What's Standard Cut and Print Then Cut?

Q1: What is "Standard Cut"?

A1: The Standard Cut mode represents a conventional design format incorporating discernible cut lines. These designs encompass a spectrum ranging from straightforward singular lines to those designed for segmented cutting in distinct sections or diverse material colors, subsequently assembled or layered together.

It is noteworthy that the design may or may not manifest color within the software interface due to the fact that it’s common to display as elementary red cut lines upon opening the software.

You may need this mode for: vinyls, heat transfer papers, fabrics, and other projects alike.

Q2: What is "Print Then Cut"?

A2: Print Then Cut mode is designed for printing using your personal home printer, followed by precision cutting using your cutting machine. In the software, the inclusion of registration marks is imperative to ensure a precise alignment for the subsequent cutting process.

You may need this mode for: printable vinyls, printable stickers, printable tattoos, and other projects alike.

Q3: Differences between "Standard Cut" and "Print Then Cut"?

A3: During the process of selecting Print Then Cut Mode, you need to turn on the registration marks and ensure the smooth operation of cut lines and a printer. The materials you would use for your project can be printable stickers, printable vinyl, or many other printable materials available from the workshop. This allows for more intricate and colorful designs.

On the contrary, Standard Cut Mode needs specific cut lines. The color you are able to gain is from the material you’re cutting. Ensure you do not turn registration marks on even if you have colored objects on the page. Otherwise, the machine is prone to search for them prior to cutting.

You would like to use a standard cut for materials like cardstock, vinyl textured, and heat transfer vinyl. And the materials the mode uses are less complex.