The Machining mode specifies how the software interprets elements when it creates cutting paths in the nesting work area. You specify the machining mode for the element to draw for the active drawing tool.
By default, the Machining mode is set to Basic Cutting. There are two exceptions. The default machining mode for Insert Text is Marking Text. The default machining mode Point is Marking Point.
Each machining mode uses a unique identification color to distinguish elements with a certain machining mode in the work area. Colors display in Parts and Nesting work areas.
To change the default color, go to Main Menu > Settings > View > Line Colors and Widths.
Machining mode options
Basic Cutting
Specifies the cutting line for the element to cut. Basic cutting displays in black on the work area.
Marking Line
Specifies the marking line for the element to cut. The marking line is a shallow cut on the surface of the part. It is used to mark bending lines or locations to weld the braces. Marking lines display in red in the work area.
Marking Point
Marks a drill point, for example, the center of the hole to drill. Marking points display in green in the work area.
Painting
Displays in dark pink in the work area.
Ridge
Displays in blue in the work area.
Info
Displays information objects in dark red in the work area. Informational text displays in the Nesting report.
Marking Text
Specifies the text to cut using a special cutting machine. Marking text displays in blue in the work area.
Drilling
Displays in orange in the work area.