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Standard digital fonts (TrueType or OpenType) are "outline" fonts; they define the boundary of a letter but are hollow inside.

When you "put together" a text for a plotter, the goal is to transform digital text into paths or vectors that the machine can follow. Because plotters move a physical tool (like a pen or blade) along lines rather than printing dots, standard text must be specially prepared. 1. Choose the Right Font Type plotter

Use the Weld tool to combine overlapping script letters into a single continuous path, preventing the plotter from cutting into the middle of your word where letters connect. Inkscape: Use Path > Object to Path . 3. Handle Overlaps Standard digital fonts (TrueType or OpenType) are "outline"

If you are using a script or cursive font, the tail of one letter often overlaps the body of the next. standard text must be specially prepared.

Watch these tutorials to see how to prepare script lettering and convert digital text into plotter-ready paths: Getting Script Lettering Ready for a plotter YouTube · Artwork Help