Glowforge Software - Introduction

[@Adamsg0505]

I my goodness. I’ve been looking for someone to take step by step on the different setting and how to use them. I thank you a million times. You have my support always. Thank you

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Glad I could be of help Gail!

[@rachelforero1555]

Please make more videos on Glowforge. Your very easy to understand and listen to. I want to buy one but first educate myself before making this huge purchase. I plan on getting the pro and using it to make income. Thanks for your time.

[@danalewis9240]

I have looked at the ads for GF and thought it was cool. But then I saw the price - : / I was thinking I will never get that ever. Then I saw one working at a store I went into and was just mesmerized. I then got excited about all the potential it had and I have with one. My husband actually thought it could be a good investment because I am pretty good with all my other craft machines. I’ve been making things my entire life, I can always figure it out. I just wanted to say I appreciate your videos for their clarity and understanding. I am a big researcher when it comes to this kind of purchase. I keep gravitating back to your videos.

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Thank you for the awesome comment Dana. Glad I can be of help to you on your journey!

[@jonjenmeg]

Great video. I got my Glowforge yesterday and your info on commands answered many of my questions about navigation....and like you, i did not know about referral codes and I paid full price.

[@heartsdesire4u]

great video! I have been trying to figure out how to adjust to not have such deep engraves that take so much time. Would love to see video on the other settings like that it was perfect!

[@Fobius8]

Thanks for a video! Please I need advise. I want to buy a 6k model but I still can't decide. I make stencils on average 40 stencils a day. Is it really easy to insert png files in app with selected size? Thank you!

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Yeah, it’s super easy to bring different file types into the app at the correct scale. You can also scale your object in the app with a decent amount of precision too. What program do you create your png’s in? As long as you have it the right size when you export it you won’t have to mess with the size when you bring it in the app.

[@frankgatto4092]

So isn't 1/8th inch say pine wood, 1/8 inch pine wood. So wouldn't the settings inside glowforge work on the "non grade proof" material? Seems to me they took all of the questions work out. Except of course I'm sure their material doesn't have knots. Thanks appreciate these videos!!!!

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Yes, good question. I don't use their proof grade materials anymore, I get mine elsewhere but you're right, if I'm cutting 1/8th pine that I got elsewhere I just use their setting for 1/8th pine and it's cuts just fine. All my guesswork is taken care of.

[@frankgatto4092]

Ya that's what I was thinking. What do you find to be the best wood to work with? It seems a lot of folks like birch...

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

@@frankgatto4092 Yes, birch is very popular. Check these people out. smokeyhilldesigns.com/ Wood specifically for laser enthusiasts. I get all my wood from them. My personal favorite is MDF veneered with walnut. I like to use real wood when I can but the dimensional stability of MDF is hard to beat.

[@christinestombaugh7798]

Is it pretty easy to make your own custom designs? Could you possibly make a tutorial for that? Like idk maybe a holiday ornament or something with a name?

[@guateparaninos5714]

Hi! I'm thinking on buying it. Have you been able to engrave on textiles/fabric?

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Yup. It’s a bit tricky but definitely doable

[@mm0901]

Thank you sooo much for this!!

[@christinestombaugh7798]

I own a Cricut and am considering getting a glow forge also and so far from what you explained it seems like the software is somewhat similar to design space by Cricut. But I make everything I do custom so I want to know if that’s easy to do with a glowforge

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Good question, the Glowforge app allows you to select your settings etc everything you need for successful cuts. They recently released a subscription based design suite that works inside their app for $20 a month. It's very exhaustive and is definitely worth it if you make and sell fairly basic products, but it's not great if you need to make more intricate custom designs.

[@christinestombaugh7798]

Am I able to edit my own svgs into my account?

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

@@christinestombaugh7798 You can scale, rotate and mirror them but thats it.

[@darkanchordesigns5906]

Bought mine today. I believe i used your code. Joe?

[@AndrewPetzold]

I had the same question!

[@josephsvizzero856]

How do I get a referral code

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Order with this link: glowforge.us/r/GBXLKUNV (the code is embedded in the link)

[@smlegler]

Why didn't you show the output? I was really eager to see the final product being cut and shown right after it was printed/cut.

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

I know, I was kicking myself for forgetting to put that in.

[@elledevon]

Hey, do you happen to have any information about a chart to regulate the depth of engraving? They have the speed and power options however nothing actually quite describes the actual depth measurement?

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Hmm that's a very good question. I've seen several charts on color and such but never one on depth. I'll reply back on here if I come across anything.

[@paigeburke6870]

Great information thank you!

[@alexdroban4312]

Is it possible to use a thicker wood material to be etched or engraved but not cut? If so, what would be the maximum thickness? Thank you.

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

Alex, the maximum material thickness for engraving is 2”

[@alexdroban4312]

JDM3D , Thank you!

[@familiaUrrutiaJourney.official]

Pardon me but I can't find the link to get a discount, I am about to buy a plus.

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

glowforge.us/r/GBXLKUNV

[@janicerolivier]

Can you give me the code I already ordered my pro but didnt put the code in they asked for the code

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

GBXLKUNV It’ll get you $500 off! Enjoy your new machine!

[@carriesmith4809]

I bought my pro the othe day, I did not know about the code to save. Do you think it is to late to get the code and get the savings?

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

They've applied the discount before to others who have already purchased. Email customer service and just say you forgot to use it and see if they'll take it.

[@jamievanskiver8380]

Great video! Can the Glowforge cut material? Wool felt, cotton... ty

[@MartinsonManufacturing]

I haven't cut any of those materials myself yet, but the GF can definitely cut different kinds of fabrics.

[@jamievanskiver8380]

@@MartinsonManufacturing thank you!

[@1joeycat]

I wish I knew about referral codes too. I paid full price for my pro.