All About Grading

This tutorial will walk you through everything you need to know about Grading in CLO. Features covered include Auto Grading, importing DXF along with RUL files and grading. using the Grading Tool
[Timestamps]
Auto Grading 00:28
DXFs with RUL files 1:57
Grading Tool 04:02
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[@jamie-leeeijkenboom8921]

Thank you for this tutorial. You were very clear on what you were explaining and very much to the point.

[@CLO3D]

Glad it was helpful!

[@FreshSteelo9]

Thanks for providing these videos 💯

[@csar9097]

At last! An excellet tutorial!!! THANK YOU!!!! Supersubscribed

[@CLO3D]

You are welcome!!

[@naneocosplay]

This is veryu well explained, thank you so much!

[@CLO3D]

You're very welcome!

[@Chocolatesew]

thank you so much, super helpful!

[@CLO3D]

You're welcome!

[@Clases3d]

wow I didnt know that feature, is very usefull!

[@CLO3D]

Right?!

[@monikascircle]

excellent

[@jovoovideo]

Thank you. : )

[@CLO3D]

Sure!!

[@joneienleah]

So I have a video request that I think could help educate a lot of people out there. Have you noticed the lack of tutorials on how to do advanced grading in CLO? And by advanced I mean grading more than just a rectangle but a complex garment like a tailored shirt or pants. I have had one client that needed grading (must admit I am not the best at grading) but it went pretty smoothly because it was a very simple jersey dress. But I had a recent project that required grading men's shorts using their measurement chart in the tech pack. The result was internal lines going astray and things that couldn't be fixed on individual sizes. I even consulted with two pattern experts on my team and they said they use Optitex for grading, never CLO. So I am curious, what is the best way to grade complex garments in CLO? How do you fix weird outcomes on individual sizes like errors in the shape and internal lines misplacement? What are the best methods to translate the grade rules from a tech pack to a complex garment in CLO?

[@CLO3D]

Understanding how to best use Grading in CLO takes knowledge of how to to Grade IRL. Then based on the garment itself, there are different approaches. CLO grading especially is a starting point and success depends on the knowledge of the user.

[@jonathaferreira5481]

NOSSA! ME AJUDOU MUITO OBRIGADO

[@CLO3D]

você é muito bem-vindo!

[@hanachiang3658]

In the grading property editor, I noticed that you have three "0" after the decimal point. I only have two. Where can I change the setting to make the grading more accurate? Thank you.

[@CLO3D]

This depends on the unit of measure you are using. If you are using inches, make sure you are using CLO 6.1

[@Red-zv2xt]

I've made a pattern traced from a book, and I'm trying to use the auto grading tool to have it fit a larger avatar, but it doesn't seem to be working and Im unsure what im doing wrong: Ive selected all the pattern pieces and avatar, and a loading bar pops up, but nothing changes. Am i just doing something wrong?

[@CLO3D]

I would suggest doing a search in our Support Forums for help. If you do not find an answer post your issue with screenshots. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us

[@gabriellagonzales9425]

This video mentioned importing DXF with RUL file. Does the CLO website offer these files to download?

[@CLO3D]

RUL files are not universal. How garments get graded depends on many factors including the type of garment, the size range or gender, for starters. Grading is an art to itself and this is something that would need to be learned outside of CLO.

[@morganaagnusdei5418]

How accurate is the autograding in production? Is Clo enough or another software is needed in order to have accurancy?

[@CLO3D]

CLO Patterns are very accurate to the hundredth of a decimal placement. What you see/measure and approve in CLO is the same pattern shape will export and print out. It is still up to the user to check that grading result after using auto grading or manual grading is appropriate for the size growth/decrease they are looking for.

[@Paper_Anchor]

@@CLO3D Can we see the autograding in the grading tool and edit it? Does the pattern export with the autograding?

[@user-nz8ls4rb1w]

Hello! Thank you for the tutorial. I have a question: if my base is M (usually how I design), and I want to create grading patterns how small and bigger sizes, how do I create the small ones? I am referring to the smaller sizes, smaller than the base size? Is the process the same, or do I have to do something different?

[@CLO3D]

Hi There. Correct the process is the same. Many people start with a base size (6 or Medium) and then create the larger and smaller sizes from there :)

[@user-nz8ls4rb1w]

@@CLO3D Thank you for your quick reply and for the info. I highly appreciate it!

[@kutiryova]

CLO 7.1.334 cannot be auto graded after the last update. Returns the error "pattern outlines and/or holes are interested." Before the update, there was no such error. It does not allow autograding even with the patterns with which it was made before the update. What I need to do to make autograding work like it used to? Thank you.

[@CLO3D]

Thanks for the heads up. If you can post your issue here with screenshots of both windows and the error, we may be able to better sort out the issue. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us

[@jayantgera8091]

When I try to do auto grading, it says 'It only works for a simulated garment.' How do I solve this error?

[@CLO3D]

So sorry to hear you are having an issue with this. Please have a look in our support forums; support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us

[@hariitolingerie]

Hi, I'd like to know if its is possible to save grade rules and to later apply them to similar garments. Also, I can't click on 2D pattern display. Nothing happens when i hover over it. Thank you for your answer.

[@CLO3D]

Currently each style does need its own Grade Rul. For the 2D pattern Display what do you mean nothing happens? Are you not able t click on pattern pieces in the 2D window? If it is helpful to add images please post to our CLO Community Forums or official Discord channel

[@hariitolingerie]

@@CLO3D Problem was solved with the update. Thanks 🙂

[@harinikaprukshi5701]

Hi, I used auto grading tool for my size avatar. I made avatar for size 16 and after that I try to create pattern for my size using auto grading tool. But it creates very weird shape even back center line not straight in auto graded pattern and should line converted to curve and one of dart leg connected with front shoulder line. front part and sleeves auto graded almost accurately. Can you help out for this matter. @CLO

[@CLO3D]

Using the Auto Grading function is a starting point for changing your pattern. You should expect that the pattern itself may need to be slightly edited after using this function. Also, if you have a complex pattern, you might see some unexpected results.

[@harinikaprukshi5701]

@@CLO3D Thank you for prompt respond.

[@mintumia329]

dear sir . my clo 3d is a some time problem. (pattern size 50 dummy size 50 but pattern to dummy too short pls. advice me)

[@CLO3D]

Please use our forums for details advice on solving your issue. Include screenshots to help explain. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us

[@pratikd]

Hi, which is best Laptop/tablet device to use Clo ? Which device will make life more easier? Please Help

[@jlee6566]

wouldn't recommend a laptop or tablet for clo, use a pc for it for better performance

[@CLO3D]

support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000307168-CLO-system-requirements-May-2021-

[@PINK_DESIGNER]

hic, I would like to know how to adjust grading if it is not smooth, have some line should be wase after grading and need to adjust by hand. Please give me the advice for this case

[@CLO3D]

The grading tools can be adjusted using the Edit Grading & Edit Curve Grading Tools. At times it does takes time and patience. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us/articles/115015798567-Edit-Grading

[@PINK_DESIGNER]

@@CLO3D Thank you for sharing, but in the video, Align has 3 options (X, Y, XY) but in my CLO only have X, and all adjustments need to input by Specifically value? can not adjust by hand?

[@PINK_DESIGNER]

@@CLO3D Oh, just see your reply today, thank to send the link

[@humasiraj5013]

How can I export patterns with grading?

[@CLO3D]

Hi. This thread from our community forums should be a great place to startl support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us/community/posts/360033247113-How-do-I-export-the-graded-patterns-in-Clo3d-to-PDF-format-

[@Riazkhan-lp9df]

Please Manual grading and how two useing tools for Manuel grading please explain in next vedio

[@CLO3D]

The actual process of grading is not standard. Each company and each garment is done a bit differently. The Designer and/or Tech Designer need to establish the grading rule that is applied. This video gives you tools to begin the grading process. You must have a grading rule to continue.

[@paridoesupcycling]

and then how do we export the patterns with grading?

[@CLO3D]

Hi There. Currently you can export a style with different sized from the Print Layout Mode. In the Nest Settings Property Editor you can choose number of garments and set to 1 of each. Please note this will lay out one of each and not nest them on top of one another. Currently in CLO you cannot nest like a paper patter you may purchase from a store. We do hope to add this in the future. Instead if you are looking to nest like this you would need to export each one one at a time then bring them into a program like Ai and stack them there. Hope this helps

[@xtclassic2530]

When using the auto grading and re-draping tool i somehow allways get the messenge „it only works on simulated garments“ any resolutions?

[@CLO3D]

For the garment were arrangement points used? Have you tried saving, closing CLO, and then re open?

[@elliotkeen9207]

if i didnt use arrangement points will it not work??@@CLO3D

[@SlyerPass]

I somehow do not see any "grading tool". All I have is edit grading and edit curve grading?

[@CLO3D]

CLO now has 4 grading tools. All of them lead to the Grading Options. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us/sections/115003621087-GRADING

[@harinikaprukshi5701]

I tried garment with graphics. but look like graphics stayed as same size. only garment was graded.

[@CLO3D]

In the same way you grade the patterns, You can select the graphic and grade them based on the size of the garment. The graphic does not grade with the patterns.

[@user-sk4oy2iv7l]

Спасибо вам огромное! Сделайте перевод на русский! Поверьте , у вас появятся очень много новых подписчиков!

[@CLO3D]

We are working on getting translations for all our lessons. Sorry for the delay and thank you for your patience.

[@Mr-And-Mrs-Ahmed]

Few days ago I saved a garment image from CLO 3D as like sketch from illustrator with thick outline but unfortunately I couldn't do that action again . Does anyone কন3 হয় 5অন্দ that ?

[@CLO3D]

Hello! It sounds like you are talking about Schematic Render. Have a look here to see if that's what you are asking about. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000411227-Schematic-Rendering-Style-for-Tech-Pack-ver-6-0-

[@Mr-And-Mrs-Ahmed]

@@CLO3D thanks 👍, you guys are amazing 🤩. Just retrieved the technique by your generous support .

[@CLO3D]

@@Mr-And-Mrs-Ahmed You are most welcome and thank you for your wonderful compliment.

[@sharirbox6677]

Hello I am using clo 6 . I am not able to find auto grading tool can you help me.

[@CLO3D]

It is located at the bottom of the 2D Toolbar. support.clo3d.com/hc/en-us/articles/360034333053-Auto-Grading

[@sharirbox6677]

@@CLO3D sorry but not able to find in toolbar

[@sharirbox6677]

@@CLO3D i have 31 tools in 2d toolbar

[@csar9097]

One question: what happens when I want to do grading and I have seam alowances?

[@CLO3D]

Sorry for the late reply. Were you able to get an answer to your question?

[@csar9097]

@@CLO3D unfortunately, no

[@CLO3D]

@@csar9097 If you have added seam allowances in CLO, those allowances will stay for each size when you add it.

[@csar9097]

@@CLO3D Thank you. I will tray

[@PINK_DESIGNER]

This video name All about grading but not is all, could you create another video with all for grading? I expect it, please!

[@CLO3D]

This video gives you the basics of understanding how to use the grading tools. Yes, there could be more added, but it would take hours and hours. It takes some practice and further exploration to master the tool.

[@PINK_DESIGNER]

@@CLO3D Thanks, Thank you!

[@marialauravelazquez8724]

alguien sabe si lo puedo comprar en español:

[@andrear2543]

Al momento de instalarlo te da una opción de idiomas y español es uno de ellos.

[@CLO3D]

Lo siento por la respuesta tardía. CLO tiene disponible el idioma español.

[@MdNazim-lm9nr]

Thank you for this tutorial. You were very clear on what you were explaining and very much to the point.

[@CLO3D]

Glad it was helpful!