I added Underlay under Add Object → Shapes & Imports. Drop a non-plotting image behind the artwork to trace over.
How to use Underlay
- Open Studio → Add Object → Shapes & Imports → Underlay
- Import a reference image behind your artwork (not exported to G-code)
Menu path: Add Object → Shapes & Imports → Underlay
Key controls
Pick it from the menu, then adjust settings in the right sidebar.
What I plot with Underlay
- Pen-plotter art on 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 Underlay in the menu?
Add Object → Shapes & Imports → Underlay
What can I adjust?
Adjust the controls above in the right sidebar after placing Underlay on the bed.
Is this non-destructive?
Objects live on layers as elements. You can edit parameters anytime; delete the element to remove it.
Does Underlay 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 Underlay
Open 3DPlotter Studio, follow the steps above, and export a test plot. Lifetime V3 access is €29.90. Creator Bundle (€39.90) adds Map to Pen Plot, String Art, Wax Seal, and 3D Model to SVG.
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