Text2Vector

Text2Vector is a simple HTML page created to be able to generate vector text for use with the Glowforge (or any CNC router).

This source is stored on GitHub: https://github.com/wmd-glowforge/text2vector

This source is hosted on GitHub Pages: https://wmd-glowforge.github.io/text2vector/

The original discussion started at: https://community.glowforge.com/t/text2vector-free-vector-text-generator/63916

Learn more about Glowforge: https://glowforge.us/f/MAJFORQN (and save some money with this code!)

Installation

Text2Vector can simply run on your computer, in a web browser.

1. Open the HTML file in a browser
2. Type some text that you want to be able to score or engrave
3. Adjust the settings to make the text look how you want
4. Use the buttons to Copy or Save the generated SVG file

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Advanced Function - Kerning Editing

To use the advanced featured - Kerning Editing - simply make sure you have "Kerning" enabled, and enable "Kerning Editing".

This will allow you to adjust the spacing between certain pairs of characters. Place your cursor between two characters in the textarea. Then use the F-keys to adjust the spacing. "F1" decreased space by 10%. "F2" increases space by 10%. "F3" decreases space by 1%. "F4" increases space by 1%. "F5" will download the in memory kerning table, so you can replace the default one, or store the values for use later.

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Contributing

Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like the project to change. Feel free to join the discuss at: https://community.glowforge.com/t/text2vector-free-vector-text-generator/63916

Current Contributers

• bill.m.davis (initial idea and implementation)
• drvegetable (advanced kerning editing)
• bwente (Bootstrap UI update)

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License

MIT