Basic Vector Creation
Intro: Basic Vector Creation
This chapters gives a simple introduction to creating vector shapes.
FunctionsThe Vector Creation functions are available on View Tools Toolbar.
Text on a Curve function is available on Design Tools Toolbar, in the Text flyout.
The Ellipse Creation and Circle Creation functions are under a single flyout menu.
Polygon Creation and Start Creation functions are under a single flyout menu.
STEP 1: Example 2-1
STEP 2: Vector Shapes Tutorial
This project will go through all the basic vector creation tools.
On the diagram, all dimensions are marked next to the shapes. The center: (_,_) are X and Y coordinates
1 Create a New Model 775mm x 775mm (30” x 30”)
2 Origin in the lower left corner
3 Create the following shapes as shown on the diagram on the following pages:
Chose to work either from the MM below or INCH diagram below.
Wrap the ‘ArtCAM Delcam’ Text onto the ellipse
4 Open the Text tool and click on the Text, Select Ellipse and click Select Curve in the Text Tool page
5 Try various options in Text On A Curve function