Find My Laser and Build the Right Device Profile

Why this matters

How LightBurn discovers supported lasers, why the device profile matters, and what to check before sending your first job.

How it works

• LightBurn stores machine-specific connection and workspace information in a Device profile; the correct profile is the foundation for positioning and output.
• Find My Laser can detect many USB-connected devices, but a device can still require manual setup when automatic discovery is not supported.
• Workspace size, origin orientation and device type must match the real machine; a wrong profile can make a perfectly valid project move to the wrong place.

Practical workflow

1. Connect and power the laser before opening the device discovery workflow.
2. Run Find My Laser and select the detected controller/device only if it matches the real machine.
3. Verify workspace width and height against the manufacturer's specification.
4. Verify the origin corner and test jogging at low risk before running a project.
5. Save the profile with a meaningful name if you manage more than one laser.