Difference between revisions of "VCarve Tips"

Latest revision as of 16:48, 2 September 2024

VCarve is great software for makers new to CNC (Computer Numerical Control).

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) members have access to VCarve - Makerspace Edition which allows you to design on your PC at home, then generate the G‑code at our makerspace!

The VCarve software is currently installed on our Design Workstations 2 and 3. (VCarve software is Windows only.)

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

Tips

Links to vectric.com:

VCarve Keyboard Shortcuts

Tips & Tricks Free projects

Classes

PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

VCarve training is available one-on-one, check Meetup or reach out on Slack for scheduling.

Links to external sites:

VCarve Makerspace Edition

VCarve Product Home Page

Vectric — on YouTube

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Autodesk Fusion Tips

CorelDRAW X6 Tips

Adobe Illustrator Tips

Inkscape Tips

SVG File Format Tips

Blender Tips

CNC Router Table - make a reservation

Laser — BOSS - make a reservation

Computers — Windows

For Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #computing

List of all PPM Slack channels

Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.

Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.

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