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Image ProcessingFREE
Threshold vs Grayscale: Choose the Right Image Interpretation
Know when a black/white decision is appropriate and when preserving tonal variation is essential to the engraving.
Image modeIntermediate
Image ProcessingFREE
Dithering Modes: Turning Gray Tones into Laser-Friendly Dot Patterns
Understand why different dithering algorithms distribute on/off dots differently and why there is no single best mode for every photo or material.
Image modeIntermediate
Cut Settings & LayersFREE
Image Mode Layer Settings: What Belongs to the Layer and What Belongs to the Image
Separate Image Mode laser settings from per-image processing controls so a change to one image does not unexpectedly affect everything on its layer.
Image modeIntermediate
Cut Settings & LayersFREE
Layer Modes: Line, Fill, Offset Fill and Image
Choose the correct LightBurn Layer Mode by understanding the motion each mode asks the laser to perform.
GuideBeginner
Image ProcessingFREE
Image Engraving Workflow: Five Decisions That Matter
A practical order for preparing photo engravings: material response, Speed/Power, interval, image processing and Preview.
Image modeIntermediate