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Anamorph for Pen Plotters

Anamorph in 3DPlotter V3 (Add Modifier → Effects): Scramble the input so an overlay reveals it. Real defaults from engine source. Try in Studio.

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Anamorph is an Add Modifier tool in Effects inside 3DPlotter V3 Studio. Scramble the input so an overlay reveals it.

How to use Anamorph

  1. Select the layer whose linework you want to transform
  2. Open Studio → Add Modifier → Effects → Anamorph
  3. A modifier node is appended to the layer stack (non-destructive)
  4. Reorder modifiers in the stack; later modifiers see earlier output
  5. Tune parameters in the modifier card; preview updates on the canvas

Menu path: Add Modifier → Effects → Anamorph

Key controls

  • Acts On — own · This Layer, This Layer and Below
  • Inner Radius — 20mm (1–200mm step 1)
  • Outer Radius — 70mm (5–400mm step 1)
  • Sweep — 360° (30–360° step 5)
  • Rotate — 0° (0–360° step 1)

Tune acts on, inner radius, outer radius, sweep, and rotate in the inspector — open Studio to see all options.

Modifier stack: Preserves path count — canvas selection maps stay valid

Acts On: Choose *This Layer* or *This Layer and Below* in the inspector.

What you can plot with Anamorph

  • Pen-plotter art on A4/A3 beds (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, and other pen-holder setups)
  • Layered linework exported as G-code with pen-up travel
  • Combined with other V3 objects and modifiers in the same document

Frequently asked questions

Where is Anamorph in the menu?

Add Modifier → Effects → Anamorph

What can I adjust?

Start with the key controls above, then fine-tune everything else in the inspector inside Studio.

Is this non-destructive?

Yes. Modifiers run on the layer stack without destroying source elements. Reorder or remove the modifier node to revert.

Does Anamorph work with multi-pen plotting?

Yes. Use Pen Palette on a layer to split linework by color, or set per-path ink on modifiers like Offset.

Try Anamorph

Open 3DPlotter Studio, follow the steps above, and export a test plot. Lifetime V3 access is €29.90.

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