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How to convert dxf file to metric
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2012 6:11 am
by johnnycat500
I have a dxf file that I did in inches. A friend needs it converted to metric. How would I go about doing that in vcarve...Thanks
Re: How to convert dxf file to metric
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2012 6:43 am
by wolffie
In Job Setup, change units to mm, tick "center data in job" and "scale data with job" then click OK.
You will then have to recalculate all the toolpaths by clicking "Recalculate all toolpaths".
It looks like a calculator, right next to the red X.
Cheers
Wolffie
Re: How to convert dxf file to metric
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2012 6:39 pm
by johnnycat500
Thanks so much for the info,you saved the day!
Re: How to convert dxf file to metric
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2012 6:50 pm
by wolffie
My pleasure
Wolffie