Create a pattern without shape and open the shape

I. Generate pattern without shape:

    1
    Select File / New from the menu bar.
    -  or  -
    Click .
    2
    Enter a Pattern name.
    3
    Select the machine type and the desired setup type.
    4
    Select Basic pattern (pattern without shape) and Design Pattern.
    5
    Set pattern size and select the Front stitch with transfer basic knitting mode.
    6
    Select a start.

You can insert a start after drawing the basic pattern as well.

    7
    Confirm the settings with Generate Design Pattern.
  1. The Symbol view [Basic] will be opened.

II. Open the shape and position it in the pattern:

    1
    Load shape via Shape / Open and Position Shape....
  1. The Open dialog box will be displayed.
    2
    Specify path and select the desired shp shape.
    3
    Click the Open button.
  1. The shape will be laid on the pattern in the shp format.
    4
    Click on the symbol.
    5
    Move the shape with the left mouse button pressed.
    -  or  -
    Move the shape with the arrow keys of the Tool Properties toolbar.
    -  or  -
    Move the shape with the arrow keys of the keyboard.