This is a tutorial on how to convert images to G-code for LaserPecker.
Step 1: Download and install Inkscape software
Download and install Inkscape software from the official Inkscape website.
1.1 Software download link: https://inkscape.org/release/inkscape-1.2.1
1.2 The interface will open after the software installation.
Step 2: Install the Inkscape auxiliary plug-in
Install the Inkscape auxiliary plug-in: Laserpecker and KM Laser.
2.1 Download and unzip the compressed file: LaserPercker_V2.00.zip
2.2 Find the Inkscape installation path, and copy the files in the compressed package to Inkscape\share\inkscape\extensions.
2.3 Download and unzip the compressed file: KM-Laser-master.zip
2.4 Copy the uncompressed folder to \Inkscape\share\inkscape (choose to replace all when prompted for file conflicts).
2.5 Open the Inkscape software. If the two plug-ins appear in the "Extesion" pull down menue, the installation has been sucsessfully completed.
Step 3: Import pictures for format conversion
3.1 Drag the picture into Inkscape software and set the size.
3.2 Select the picture and select "Trace bitmap outline" from the "Path" drop down menu.
3.3 Adjust the parameters and click "Apply" in the lower right corner.
3.4 Move the resulting wireframe and delete the original image.
3.5 After exporting the G-code file successfully, there will be a set of prompt boxes which can be ignored.
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