From a DXF file to a knitting shape

To be able to use in CREATE DESIGN , the shape constructions that were created in another 2D CAD software, you can import DXF files.

  1. The shape construction is available as DXF file
  2. The Start dialog is open
    1
    Click the Importation DXF function.
  1. The Importation DXF dialog box appears.
    2. 2
    Select the DXF file in the Open dialog
  2. The different shape elements of the DXF shape are displayed in the Panneaux tricotés tool window.

Reduction of curve points during the DXF import

    1
    Select all shape elements in the Panneaux tricotés tool window.
    2
    Define the intensity of the reduction in the toolbar under Réduction de points.
    3
    Confirm your selection clicking on Réduire les points.
    4
    Click on Nouveau projet de coupe de ligne orNouveau projet de coupe à dimension , to convert the DXF shape to a project.
  1. The lined shape or dimensioned shape project is opened and displays your shape with reduced curve points.

INDICATION! Under the Layer tool window you can deactivate point reduction as well as layers so that internal elements are not transferred to a lined or dimensioned shape.