diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 5288adc..ebefd90 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -2,7 +2,10 @@ A Windows desktop application for CNC nesting — imports DXF drawings, arranges parts on material plates, and exports layouts as DXF or G-code for cutting. - +
OpenNest takes your part drawings, lets you define your sheet (plate) sizes, and arranges the parts to make efficient use of material. The result can be exported as DXF files or post-processed into G-code that your CNC cutting machine understands. @@ -46,8 +49,6 @@ OpenNest takes your part drawings, lets you define your sheet (plate) sizes, and | **User-Defined Variables** | Named G-code variables (`$name`) emitted as machine variables (`#200+`) at post time | | **Post-Processors** | Plugin-based G-code generation; Cincinnati CL-707/800/900/940/CLX included | - - ## Prerequisites - **Windows 10 or later** @@ -80,6 +81,15 @@ Or open `OpenNest.sln` in Visual Studio and run the `OpenNest` project. 5. **Add cut-offs** — Optionally add horizontal/vertical cut-off lines to trim unused plate material 6. **Export** — Save as a `.nest` file, export to DXF, or post-process to G-code +### CAD Converter + +The CAD Converter turns DXF/DWG files into nest-ready drawings. Toggle layers, colors, and linetypes to exclude construction geometry; review detected bend lines; and preview the generated cut program with contour ordering before accepting the drawing into the nest. + + + ## Command-Line Interface OpenNest includes a CLI for batch nesting without the GUI — useful for automation, scripting, and CI pipelines. diff --git a/screenshots/screenshot-cad-converter-1.png b/screenshots/screenshot-cad-converter-1.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..c082736 Binary files /dev/null and b/screenshots/screenshot-cad-converter-1.png differ diff --git a/screenshots/screenshot-cad-converter-2.png b/screenshots/screenshot-cad-converter-2.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d24aab7 Binary files /dev/null and b/screenshots/screenshot-cad-converter-2.png differ