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You begin by importing the file you want to engrave into the GIMP editing software. Most, if not all of the Hackspace computers have this installed. | You begin by importing the file you want to engrave into the GIMP editing software. Most, if not all of the Hackspace computers have this installed. | ||
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== Hints, Tips, and References == | |||
** Images will work best if [http://diylaser.blogspot.co.uk/2011/09/laser-engraving-and-dpi-scan-gap.html| DPI is matched to the Scan Gap] | |||
** One way to prepare images is to reduce the image to black and white [http://blog.aaronbot3000.com/2013/05/a-guide-to-better-dithering-on-laser.html| using dithering]. | |||
*** For wood, etching makes things darker, but for acrylic, etching makes things lighter. | |||
