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 This is *a* workflow that has been working consistently, there are other tools and processes that will work but to get started
+First, ensure SketchUp is installed and working correctly. Then install the export to DXF plugin (http://www.guitar-list.com/files/skp_to_dxf.rbz)
-# step one
+# Start a new SketchUp project and select a metric mm template
- * note one
+# Draw your model as 2d line work on the XY plane, Tip: use the overhead camera view.
- * note two
+# Select the part of your model to be exported to DXF (can be all)
+# Use the plugin to create the DXF file, select mm as the export unit and export as lines
-# step two
+# Transfer file to laser laptop
+# Open dxf in autocad save as 2004 dxf
-*google sketchup -> dxf via http://www.guitar-list.com/files/skp_to_dxf.rbz
+# Follow the startup procedures as above
-*take file to laser laptop
+# Test cut/engrave settings on a sample of the target work material (e.g. do Laser Coin Test)
-*open dxf in autocad save as 2004 dxf
+# Import in lasercut5.1
-*import in lasercut5.1
+*setup layers
+*set engrave/cut settings
+*set laser origin
 *download button
 *download current
-*do setup tests for function, focus,
-*use test to setup test piece
-*verify cut/engrave speed and power settings
 *use test to setup work piece
 *cut