eCut analyzes the exact geometry of your vector objects and tightly packs them into a specified sheet size.
Compared to upgrading to CorelDRAW Suite or buying a plotter without software, eCut is an absolute bargain.
Need to create custom packaging or 3D slotted displays? eCut features built-in macro generators for structural design.
Since eCut is renowned for bridging the gap between graphic design and physical production (cutting, plotting, CNC), the best new features are those that solve specific "shop floor" problems.
: Open CorelDRAW, go to Tools > Customization > Workspace , and click Import to select the toolbar file corresponding to your version from C:\eCut\eCut6\CorelDRAW Toolbar . ecut for coreldraw
eCut is not just for vinyl. It's a valuable asset for shops with CNC routers, laser cutters, and milling machines.
In the world of digital printing, signage, and vinyl cutting, precision isn't just a preference—it is a necessity. For decades, CorelDRAW has been a titan of graphic design, but users who work with , routers , and laser engravers often find that out-of-the-box CorelDRAW lacks the specialized tools needed for efficient production. Enter eCut for CorelDRAW .
Close CorelDRAW. Locate the GMS file in your eCut installation folder, for example, C:\eCut\eCut6\CorelDRAW GMS. Copy the appropriate eCut.gms file for your CorelDRAW version. Open CorelDRAW, go to Tools > Options > Workspace, and click the "Import" button. Navigate to C:\eCut\eCut6\CorelDRAW Toolbar, select your version's toolbar file (.xfer), and import it.
At its heart, eCut excels at preparing files for plotter cutting. It can print files on a system driver or directly on a COM port for older devices. The tool accurately separates the "Print" layer from the "Cut" layer, ensuring that your printed designs are cut precisely along the correct contour lines. eCut analyzes the exact geometry of your vector
CorelDRAW users who work with vinyl cutters, laser engravers, and CNC routers often face a workflow gap.
eCut is a professional plugin (macro suite) designed specifically to bridge the gap between CorelDRAW and cutting hardware. Developed by the Czech company , this software extends CorelDRAW's native capabilities, turning the design software into a full-fledged CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) station.
: Once installed, configure Ecut according to your cutting plotter's specifications and your personal preferences.
A split screen showing a messy layout on the left vs. a perfectly nested layout on the right using eCut. eCut is not just for vinyl
XFCut is another plugin focused primarily on vinyl cutting. It supports a wider range of cutters out of the box. However, its feature set is not as deep as eCut's. While eCut has over 40 tools for CNC, costing, layout, and design, XFCut's core strength is its broad driver support and basic cut workflow. If your needs are purely vinyl cutting, XFCut is a strong contender. If your shop has a CNC router, laser, or needs advanced nesting and cost tools, eCut is the more comprehensive choice.
You would have to manually duplicate the keychain vector, carefully arrange all 50 pieces on an acrylic sheet layout to avoid overlapping, manually count how many LEDs will fit inside the storefront letters, and guess the total cutting distance to estimate your laser time. This process could easily take two hours of tedious clicking.
eCut is a third-party macro collection and plugin built exclusively for CorelDraw. Instead of acting as a creative drawing tool, eCut functions as a manufacturing assistant. It automates repetitive, complex geometric tasks that would otherwise take hours to complete manually. It is widely considered an industry-standard add-on for professionals working in: Sign making and outdoor advertising CNC routing and milling Laser cutting and engraving Plasma cutting Vinyl cutting and plotting LED channel letter manufacturing Key Features That Revolutionize Production 1. Advanced True-Shape Nesting