Video Tutorial
Updated 2026-10-03
This page offers a series of How-To videos and guides to help users get started with Laetoly. Each step-by-step guide is accompanied by a brief video for additional support and clarity. The videos now live in the Tutorials section of the website, where each one comes with written steps.
Create your first CNC project
Learn how to create your first CNC project in Laetoly. This tutorial covers creating a project, adding shapes, text, and graphics, choosing On-path or Pocket toolpaths, setting cutting depth, generating the toolpath, and checking the preview. It’s a quick introduction to the basic design and toolpath workflow before moving on to machine setup.
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Connecting Your Machine
Learn how to connect your CNC machine to Laetoly using USB. This tutorial covers the Laetoly Driver, the Comms panel, selecting the correct port, connecting to the machine, checking Device State, and running a small Jog test. It gives you the basic connection workflow needed before setting work zero or preparing a project for machining.
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CNC Mode vs Laser Mode
Learn the key differences between CNC Mode and Laser Mode in Laetoly. This tutorial explains the main settings used in each mode, including toolpath and cutting parameters for CNC, and speed, power, interval, and passes for laser work. It also gives a quick overview of the types of projects and materials that are better suited to each mode.