😍 First Roland BN-20A Print and Cut: Start to Finish Tutorial for Beginners

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Unsure if Roland BN-20A is right for you? Want to know what all it can do? Looking for more Roland BN-20 tutorials? Start here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html Vinyl material used in this video is matte cal vinyl: shrsl.com/3ugia

[@tashas2176]

Thank you for your step by steps. Soo helpful. There’s no way I would have figured set up and my first print/cut out without your videos.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Sure thing

[@kavya1638]

done with 3G Blue Grid Ironall etc... heat transfers are a no-no. vinyl prints are the way to go. i badly need this machine.. Mr Beast where are you???? :3

[@kingsdesignfinds4216]

SO helpful! Could you make a tutorial for large decals? I have an image with a 60” width I’m trying to figure out…

[@granniewalker6951]

OMG!!!!! this makes running my BN 20 so much easier. I do a lot of decal and sticker printing! I cut my prep time in half by using your method!! Thanks for the info!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

That is awesome!

[@RogueGarage]

So I have spent 2 days trying to get my contour cut to work using the software I currently had. I had watched every video from US cutter and others and could not get it to work. Your video using silhouette studio was very simple. Thank you

[@Laycismom]

You explained things so clearly. Thank you. I am thinking about buying a Roland so I can print stickers with white ink. I was wondering how we get the design to print in the same color I created it in.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

If you want to print stickers with white ink you will need the BN-20 (not the BN-20A) but I would suggest you consider if you really need white ink. Usually you can get the look of white with the negative space just by printing on white material. I do not have white ink in my BN20A and as you can see parts of the designs are white.

[@tamaracederlof473]

@@SilhouetteSchool thank you for responding. :)

[@sewluckyembroidery]

What settings would you use to do die cut instead of the kiss cut on this machine?

[@nickharland2880]

Can i ask how you find the limitations of the cut? I plan to use the machine to cut small vinyl graphcs and im interested in how much detail you can retain? and how quick it cuts.

[@terryw5500]

Melissa can you do a video on making banners with bn20a. Mines comes in next month. Again thanks for all the info because of you i was able to buy. Also signs. How to do yard signs and car magnets. I would love to know the material to buy

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Check out this page for a growing list of applications: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html

[@ashleyjacoby534]

I just bought my first Roland BN-20A, I also just purchased the business version of silhouette studio and I have Ai ready to go. My question is once I did the cut lines and went to save the image to upload it to Ai I did not receive that info box after I selected “save to hard drive”. Like you have in this video. But I do have silhouette business though…

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! Did you select SVG from the drop down menu?

[@alexismarie4993]

Exact same issue here. Please help

[@shifukuco]

Hi i followed the process and everything and it printed the stickers well it just didn’t cut them all the way through it just put a dent in the material, there was also a red outline is there a way i can fix or a solution to these two issues :)

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Sounds like either the blade is not installed correctly or you need to increase the force

[@101lager]

How confident are you in selling a tumbler with this vinyl on it, and know that it won't come off within a week or 2?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

This is a professional grade print and cutter. The quality is exceptional, I would highly recommend.

[@101lager]

@@SilhouetteSchool I am actually not doubting the quality of the machine . I am asking because I am wondering what would happen if someone would put a ceramic cup with a decal on it in their dishwasher. Would the vinyl come off?

[@ChaunCreates]

Hello, followed your videos step by step. Thank you for helping me learn my machine. I’m having trouble after doing my cut there’s red cut lines left in my print any idea how to fix this?

[@printswearshopbyjinky9533]

hello, Mel, do you have a link for the Silhouette business edition and adobe if you have too please i will try this process looks not complicated at all. thank you

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! You can find all links to Silhouette software upgrades here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2017/07/silhouette-studio-upgrade-features-list.html

[@printswearshopbyjinky9533]

@@SilhouetteSchool thank you🙏

[@gfreeman3979]

Aloha, this was informative thank you. Although I didn't see you actually hit the 'print' button assumed that you can drag it or hit the print icon below. The thing is after I hit print it stayed at 0 percent for over 5 mins. The program says printing but nothing is printing. Has this happen to you the first time? It ripped fast but it is not printing. After I heated up my food, typed this message... its still at 0 percent. Any feedback? Mahalo in advance.

[@haileynicole3441]

Can this device be used to make die cut stickers? Like can it cut all the way through the material so that you can pop it out with the backing still intact?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Yes it can perf cut. Here is a video kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6icmaiqnK-AfLc

[@ChasityW]

Do you have a video like this for the BN2-20a? I just got mine set up last night (big thanks to your setup video) and I'm feeling overwhelmed with actually getting started. This is my first print then cut machine other than a Cricut.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Yes here is the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXSuk6Z4pp6po7Msi=NwwsTGwjNjOKQ1HW. Also all of my BN2-20A videos are on this playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnvOonWOlr2jedE

[@SamanthaBossy]

Is there a way to make it a die cut sticker instead of kiss-cut like in the video? I work in Silhouette on a daily basis and I'm looking for the machine upgrade 😊 thank you!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Yes you can make die cut or kiss cut stickers on the Roland BN machines.

[@EdgarLopez-vs2kf]

Hi, Thank you for all your vids. Can you please help with the crop off the white in VW. Although its transparent there's still to much waste space for me. Thank you so much.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZ6TZap3j7yAbMk

[@lauradavis2234]

Hi Melissa, I'm setting up my workspace in Illustrator, I see you are working in RGB but which colour setting do you select from the 'edit' tab, then 'colour settings' section eg Europe General purpose 3, North America General Purpose 2 etc? thank you

[@leslien8370]

Hello did you just download Illustrator from adobe ? I also use a mac for everything about to download the other one Thanks so much for your videos helped me to install the printer yay. !!!!!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Yes I did

[@uniformityschoolwearandacc2974]

Melissa, how do you transfer your Mac-based files to a PC prior to output?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there- do this!! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2024/06/how-to-send-files-from-mac-directly-to.html

[@shadiraiscoa8557]

How to reused the vinyl? can you make a video please

[@IzludeTingel]

Can it use a carrier sheet? Also, can it print to and cut cereal box material? (Making custom packages for my 3D printed figures)

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! You could do packaging stickers with the BN-20A. The specifications for cutting are: Max. 1.0 mm with liner, for printing Max. 0.4 mm (16 mil) with liner and 0.22 mm without liner.

[@iGadgetChic]

thank you for the great tutorials You save the day every time

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Happy to help!

[@iGadgetChic]

@@SilhouetteSchool I watch you months before I finally bought my Roland BN20-A. Once it came last week I set it up and started the same day without any problems. Thankful to you. Now I need a tutorial on how to put designs side by side to avoid wasting media. I do the nesting feature but still wasting media. Do you have a tutorial link for that? Thanks again 😀

[@elinoraflores7207]

Do we need Adobe illustrator for Roland to cut when also using Sillouette studio? I’m so confused 😢

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Check out this tutorial to skip everything and JUST use Silhouette Studio! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/08/how-to-use-silhouette-studio-business.html

[@janenesanders5780]

Glad I found your site, I have ordered haven't received yet, look forward to learning from you.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Congratulations! Check the blog for more info too! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html

[@thebabyshowerplace]

What type of vinyl are you using? I only see printable HTV, 651, and 631.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5CyfYaGirKcraM

[@airwolf08]

I have been trying to follow your video but I don’t have illustrator I use Corel draw which won’t open the saved image is there anyway I could open up my image and follow the rest of your video also I do have the business version of silhouette thankyou

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! If you have Business Edition of Silhouette Studio, check this blog post out! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/08/how-to-use-silhouette-studio-business.html

[@airwolf08]

@@SilhouetteSchool Thanks very much ill take a look now

[@djshelleyshell]

Can’t you trace and make the cut line in Illustrator?

[@elevated-apparel]

Yes way easier or if you have graphtec studio pro you can make the cutting line in one click. I'm sure roland has a software to design in and not do ask these steps she doing. This is a crafters way of doing it.

[@arianareyes7597]

Will you ever use CorelDraw?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I have a few videos on Corel Draw

[@laurieramon7625]

Hi, I"m really new to this . I have been trying to figure out the cutlines but when I try to select path its not on my image. Do you think I missed a step?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

It's hard to know without knowing the steps you are taking. Are you using Silhouette Studio and AI?

[@laurieramon7625]

@@SilhouetteSchool yes I'm trying to follow the steps as the video but I get stuck when I get to select path

[@rulaatallah5408]

If your problem in selecting the path is in Illustrator, it might be easier for you to select the path from the Layers window in illustrator, that way you can see the path more clearly as it will be in a separate layer.

[@daliahdz1485]

I tried so many times adding the roland versaworks cut contour swatch and instead on just doing the path it changes the color of the whole design. Can you do another video on how to do it or is it any other way that can be easier to do it?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Check out this blog post! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/12/silhouette-studio-and-affinity-designer.html

[@ashleyswain5504]

Mine is doing the same thing its turning my entire design pink instead of just the cut line.

[@ananapa.miller4188]

Hi Melissa, please let me know how you crop the white area, when I add my my design to Versa works my design have a big box around the design like yours with the pumpkin

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! If you're using a PNG, make sure you're exporting it with a transparent background.

[@MariaVasquez-pr6nh]

Hi! Thank you for this video. What cut force did you use for this cup wrap sticker?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I use the standard cut settings for vinyl :)

[@ericajanet4]

Hi! I have a question… when I click path in AI and add the cut contour my whole image turns pink and not just the border.. any idea how to fix that?

[@tomislavvucic2957]

Shift + x that will invert to stroke

[@highpriestess903]

What kind of vinyl did you used to make this cup wrap 😍

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, check out this video, the material is linked in the description kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3_EdpRro5aipK8

[@kacorrales996]

Amiga me haces un favor🙏🏽compré una igual pero tiene la A del nombre en sticker no fijo como las demás letras puedes ver si esa también 🙏🏽

[@MiMi-fb4bs]

I need so much help with this. I can’t figure out how to add the files to versa works. Also how do you change the size of the image? I just got my machine and I’m so lost.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hello there! Unfortunately it's hard to trouble shoot here. Please feel free to email us here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html If you think you would benefit from 1:1 help, please consider joining Silhouette U (www.silhouetteu.com)! Members get access to 1:1 help via priority email, chat, and a private Facebook group. Our website also has 400+ video tutorials for all skill levels plus a monthly coupon code for free designs at So Fontsy. We hope to see you soon!

[@TheDukeOfZill]

does the BN20 require an offset adjustment like graphtec plotters? example, if i print a solid color circle, then use my graphtec to cut it (reg marks), sometimes I have to adjust the offset +1 or -1 (or a few more) because instead of cutting perfectly on top of/around the printed image, it may cut shifted a few mm to the left of it, resulting in a cropped image on the right side (despite being a perfectly cut circle anyway). rather than deal with manual adjustments on the machine, i sometimes shift the cut pattern in the program a couple of pixels to the left, then cut and then it's usually fine. are there any such issues with the BN20? also at around 10:15, i see a tiny white outline around the bottom of the image. is this outline only at the bottom, or is it completely around the image? (i wouldn't mind completely around, just as long as this isn't an offset issue). if it's completely around, all i'd probably have to do is add an extra bit of color overflow to the print itself so that it's captured by the cut.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I would recommend adding a bleed to avoid a slightly white edge

[@TonysTshirtsandKreativeKim]

Very helpful!! Thank you!

[@carriersignal]

How much does it typically cost to have a page of black and white decals printed out with only writing and maybe a simple company logo? Say a page of 2 x 1 inch stickers? Think of something like a serial number and product number with CE or UL and where the item is made at for a piece of equipment to be sold.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there, it really depends on the settings you use. Cutting speed is 0.4 to 5.9 in/s not including the print.

[@arianareyes7597]

are we able to add the cutline using the offset button instead of tracing? making the offset to 0.00

[@SilhouetteSchool]

What program are you using?

[@michaellatterade9814]

bjr je voudrais savoir comment fair le contour de decoupe pour que la machine decoupe stp

[@normamedina7549]

What kind of vanilla do l need from print and cut?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

They type of vinyl you need will depend on what you are using the decals for. This one is good for print and cut stickers: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/perf-cut-vinyl-sticker-supply-list.html

[@Ni-be9ye]

I didn’t get the special items “a” on my print. Any idea what I’m doing wrong

[@coreymiller8940]

Really stupid question - how do you do a cut along the entire length of the vinyl? LOL I know how to cut around complex shapes, but I don't know how to cut the entire length of paper/vinyl once I have all the stickers/etc. I want.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! Are you meaning horizontally across?

[@kathyallen2804]

can you make outdoor yard sign prints with this?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Ooo! Check out this video where I made a canvas banner! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6Pbi4t9ist1aNU

[@mundodasmanasluaesa7287]

Hi, I'm new here, but I know the BN 20A, tell me something if the equipment has an intuitive software like Versa Works, why do I work with silhouette software? I await your reply, thanks!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

If you want to create your own designs, do layout, or add cut lines you can use Silhouette Studio.

[@ReRaze_Over9000]

How different is the software between the 20/20a? Can tips for the 20 be applied to the 20a

[@SilhouetteSchool]

The software is the same and yes pretty much all tutorials that would reference the BN20 can be applied to the BN20A and vice versa.

[@bhutch216]

The only difference between the two machines is that the 20A doesn’t not have white or metallic ink capabilities and doesn’t require the recirculation components. Saves on maintenance cycles and wasted ink.

[@derrickquezada2673]

My versaworks doesn’t rip. Not enough memory it says. I’ve changed the settings in preferences. Any advice on what the problem could be?

[@bojanrodiger5701]

Hi, try to enter in versawork as an administrator.

[@steffjimenez8929]

Whenever I do this it brings me to a little warning triangle.. How do I fix that?

[@foodislife3390]

Hi there, I’m trying to figure out if I can just cut out a stencil with the Roland bn-20. I don’t want to print anything as I’m going to remove the object I cut so I can use it as a stencil. Is that possible with this machine?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I would setup the design in Silhouette Studio just the same way...don't fill it with any color. Export as PDF and open in AI then turn the line the CutContour color. Set the mode to Cut online in VW

[@foodislife3390]

@@SilhouetteSchool thank you so much for your speedy reply, really appreciate that info. Apparently our library has the machine so I want to understand as much as possible how to do it before booking time to go use their machine, and be as prepared as I can be.

[@rulaatallah5408]

@@foodislife3390 Another option would be to keep your image as is, ie filled with colour and the cut line, and once on VersaWorks, select the "Cut Only" option from the Operation Mode drop down menu. This can be found by selecting the scissor icon, the drop down menu will be on the top, the default is print and cut, click on the drop down menu and then select "Cut Only" this way it won't print and will just cut using your cut line as a guide. Hope this helps.

[@foodislife3390]

@@rulaatallah5408 that’s great info, thank you!

[@rulaatallah5408]

@@foodislife3390 you're most welcome, hope it works.

[@Teamkeydesigns]

What paper are you using on this video? I tried to click above but it says link is not valid anymore.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I am using matte cal vinyl shrsl.com/3ugia

[@andrewsoriano8375]

Hi can you make a video on how to add a bleed ?? Please if you know how to 😃

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I have a few tutorials on how to make a bleed here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html

[@drpepper9005]

What kind of pc do I need to run this ?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there here are the minimum operating requirements for Versaworks: Windows® 10 (32/64 bit), Windows® 8.1 (32/64 bit), Windows® 7 Ultimate/Professional (32/64 bit) CPU Intel Core™ 2 Duo, 2.0 GHz or faster recommended and RAM 2GB or more recommended

[@valenciamaribel]

Question , all I have is a Mac. Do i have to get a PC to use this machine ?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I am a Mac user also. I do everything on my MAC as far as designing and adding the cut lines. Unfortunately Versaworks is only PC compatible so I use a PC for that...same with the White Toner Printer.

[@custombreations]

@@SilhouetteSchool both of you guys should look into a program called Parallels. It lets you run Windows within an app on your Mac. This is how I run Windows on my Mac to print with my DTF printers, and I'm getting by BN-20A setup on it as well. Highly recommend! It's integrates with all your Mac files as well so there's no back and forth

[@calmingmelodies3187]

What is the difference between this machine and a white toner printer ? Does this machine print white ?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! To make the BN-20A more economical, it cannot print white and uses ecosolvent inks. You can with the white toner printer that uses toner versus the ink. Check out our blog posts on all printers including this one here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/melissas-fleet-of-printers-for.html

[@bhutch216]

The BN20 is capable of making transfers, stickers, banners, posters, etc. The 20 has white ink for transparent media, the 20A does not. The media is cheap and you can make a really good profit. The down fall is it is slow. White toner printers are a scam and the transfers chip and crack within the first few washes and the media and ink is so expensive that you can never make a profit using it. One media and toner restock will cost you over $1800 on a white toner.

[@ashleyswain5504]

I did exactly what you did and a thin blue line is printing around all of my images please help.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Either change the line weight to 0 or make it transparent

[@kelvinwiggins4629]

How do you size your images just right?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I do all my designing / sizing in another program then when I bring it into VW I make sure it's at 100%

[@dominiquealexander6265]

What type of media did you use??

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! You can find links to all the media I use for the BN-20a on this page: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html

[@skireeroundtree435]

So this machine prints and cut for you or just cut

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Print and cut! Check out our blog posts about it here! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html

[@wawacollections]

It is uv dtf sticker? Is it permanent?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

No it's not a UV sticker. It's ecosolvent on adhesive vinyl

[@aaliyahwells5803]

Do you happen to know why when I add my image to the queue the page is sized to 20 by 24 inches and I'm not able to arrange it. Thanks

[@aaliyahwells5803]

All my images are far apart from each other and won't let me arrange them.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Use the clipping tool in VW in the Settings to remove some of the excess space around each image then nest.

[@aaliyahwells5803]

@@SilhouetteSchool Thanks it worked

[@redsheeran4726]

For some reason, my single color graphic, which is green, is only printing in grey....any ideas?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, it is hard to troubleshoot here. Please feel free to drop us an email: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html Or! If you'd like extra help - like in-depth video tutorials or 1:1 help via email or chat for your projects - please consider joining Silhouette U (www.silhouetteu.com). We hope to see you soon!

[@estellac3926]

Hi I was wondering how do I select both.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I'm not sure what you mean by "select both"

[@HOUSTON_TEA]

What cute setting are you using

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I used the default for Generic Vinyl

[@habanero6332]

Thank you. You didn’t show the cut settings. Can you do that?.

[@amberpastore9047]

Why is it when I’m done it says the file is corrupted when I try and open in versaworks? Please help

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, it is hard to troubleshoot here. Please feel free to drop us an email: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html Or! If you'd like extra help - like in-depth video tutorials or 1:1 help via email or chat for your projects - please consider joining Silhouette U (www.silhouetteu.com). We hope to see you soon!

[@amberpastore9047]

@@SilhouetteSchool I did leave an email and haven’t heard back.

[@tarpon63531]

Does anyone else know what kind of media (paper) she uses. I have tried to follow her link on media type but I cant find the answer I am looking for. Thank you in advance.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! If you click the link above to the machine and the materials I use to go with it.

[@lyndalhart]

How can I add contour cut lines if I don't own Adobe Illustrator?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I am working on tutorials for other software programs as well

[@sharonda3298]

What paper did you use with this sticker?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! Check out this section of the blog for multiple BN-20A projects and the materials used: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/roland-bn-20a-and-versaworks-tutorials.html

[@aleciahalman2766]

Do you know if you can use GIMP?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! I'm sorry, I haven't explored other program options in depth.

[@latanyawilson8862]

Do you have to have a Silhouette studio

[@SilhouetteSchool]

There may be other ways to create a cut line, but I use Silhouette Studio everyday and that's the easiest and fastest way I have found to create the cut line needed for Versaworks. Silhouette Studio is free to download and you can practice tracing. To use Studio to create the cut lines you'll need to be able to export as a PDF which is a feature in the upgraded version of the software called Business Edition. It's a one time paid upgrade of $99

[@marilynsapp6241]

Is there a monthly fee for this program

[@toquesha]

How do you get the images to move to the opposite side to print on that side

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Position them where you want them in Versaworks

[@toquesha]

@@SilhouetteSchool once I bring an image in it doesn't let me move it to a different area only if I click on to rotate it like from side to side or mirror or up & down

[@happydad2692]

What if the file doesn’t rip , it says rip is at low memory to change in preferences

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I have not seen that error before. Does your computer have enough memory? Seems like a system issue

[@happydad2692]

I just checked it does

[@janicerivera3159]

Is it cricut compatible?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

What do you mean?

[@011Mandie]

It is not giving me the option for the Versaworks Swatch Files for Roland. Can anyone help?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi @011Mandie, it would be easier to provide you the help you are requesting if you could please send an email with some additional information. Please provide as much info (including cut settings / exact material / screen grabs) as possible when emailing. My email can be found through the contact page on Silhouette School Blog www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@413printandpress]

what is your cut setting on

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I used the default cut setting

[@monieandrews9431]

hi my images from silhouette are not opening in illustrator what could i be doing wrong

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! Unfortunately we'd need a bit more information to help troubleshoot. You can shoot us an email or DM on social media www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@andrewsoriano8375]

Hi my Roland dosnt want to cut the test cut I don’t now y I adjusted the blade

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Shoot us an email so we can try to help troubleshoot: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@peachcreation]

I followed all the steps but when i get to path and select it and click on the pink roland it turns the whole image pink. Has anyone had that problem?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there it sounds like you've selected the main path of the object rather than an outline path to select with the contour cut.

[@tannerytimberltd6293]

appreciated

[@jeannettes.riddick6368]

why is my Roland BN20A versaworks not cutting but making all the noise

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi @jeannettes.riddick6368, it would be easier to provide you the help you are requesting if you could please send an email with some additional information. Please provide as much info (including cut settings / exact material / screen grabs) as possible when emailing. My email can be found through the contact page on Silhouette School Blog www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@StormsLover94]

When i select the path on Illustrator and press the pink, my entire image turns pink :(

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi Courtney Storm, it would be easier to provide you the help you are requesting if you could please send an email with some additional information. Please provide as much info (including cut settings / exact material / screen grabs) as possible when emailing. My email can be found through the contact page on Silhouette School Blog www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@beyondthedecorbyconstance9047]

So we also got to have adobe illustrator

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/08/how-to-use-silhouette-studio-business.html

[@moniquestrahan2477]

How do you save file to a pdf?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

It depends what program you are saving from :)

[@moniquestrahan2477]

I’m following along with you. I don’t see we’re save to pdf is I seen you do it but I can’t find it. I have the Business edition also.

[@valdrumgole2585]

Do you have to have AI or can you use photoshop?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

There are various programs you can use to create the contour lines. I currently have videos on how to use Adobe Illustrator and Affinity Designer

[@Duhdadaman]

Having trouble with swatch bn20

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Shoot us an email with what is happening www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@conradsolarez6234]

what if we dont have illustrator?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Affinity Designer is another option. www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/05/roland-bn-20-software-why-silhouette.html

[@heresyoursign356]

So mine won't be here till at least June 😫😫 Trying to learn what I can till then and I'm wondering if you can do a cut and a kiss cut, for sticker sheets, like I do on my Silhouette.

[@nutehill2207]

how to remove red sqaure around image

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/07/how-to-auto-trace-png-image-in.html

[@impressedllc1692]

My entire image changes to the color of the CutContour

[@SilhouetteSchool]

It sounds like you are not selecting the Path, but instead the design. Make sure you are only selecting the "path" line.

[@rulaatallah5408]

Make sure that you are changing only the stroke to CutContour and not the fill. If you have the fill selected, when you select CutContour, it will change the fill colour, ie. your entire image colour. Hope this helps.

[@leticiamartinez3106]

With the Roland ban-20a will I be able to print glass wraps for the 16 oz glass?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! I made this tumbler wrap on the BN-20a! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/03/sublimation-tumbler-mess-up-how-to-save.html

[@hopeshaw8310]

Can we use PhotoShop instead of Illustrator?

[@dchrist412]

you dont laminate it?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You can but on the BN-20a eco solvent inks don’t necessarily need it!

[@orangestarprinting1683]

The BN20 is a waist of money. you will spend your time trouble shooting instead of printing. i paid for the machine and so far have spent a little over $500 in vinyl just to get it to print. the machine has made me$0.00 in revenue. Roland has zero support. i put in a support ticket to their third party company and they never called back. after you make the purchase roland washes their hands of you. the supplier i bought it from is even worse.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hello there! Unfortunately it's hard to trouble shoot here. Please feel free to email us here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html If you think you would benefit from 1:1 help, please consider joining Silhouette U (www.silhouetteu.com)! Members get access to 1:1 help via priority email, chat, and a private Facebook group. Our website also has 400+ video tutorials for all skill levels plus a monthly coupon code for free designs at So Fontsy. We hope to see you soon!

[@DianaLopez-f2u]

What does the RIP setting do to the image? I been printing with out doing the RIP 😮

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You can't print without ripping so if you click "Print" it will automatically rip for you.