LightBurn is a premier layout, editing, and control software designed specifically for laser cutters and engravers, supporting Windows, Mac, and Linux.
LightBurn is a comprehensive software solution for laser cutting and engraving systems that acts as the bridge between your creative designs and your physical hardware. It allows users to import artwork in a variety of common vector and image formats (such as AI, PDF, SVG, DXF, PLT, PNG, JPG, GIF, and BMP), edit and arrange them using powerful built-in tools like offsetting, boolean operations, and welding, and then send the instructions directly to the laser cutter.
Compatible with Ruida, Trocen, TopWisdom, and most G-Code based controllers, LightBurn creates a unified workflow for managing laser power, speed, cut order, and more. It runs natively on Windows, Mac OS, and Linux, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of makers and professionals.
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Open LightBurn, click the 'Devices' button, and select 'Find My Laser'. The 'Device Discovery Wizard' will scan to find your connected laser (often recognized as Ruida or G-Code) and guide you through the setup.
The Weld tool combines overlapping shapes into a single unified shape by merging their areas together, which is essential for creating clean outlines for cutting.
The license key works forever for the version you purchased. However, access to new updates and features requires an active maintenance renewal after the first year.
Yes, LightBurn offers a free trial period that allows you to test the software with your laser cutter before purchasing a license.