Cut Type Encoding

Origin accepts color-coded vector shapes indicating cut types saved as SVG files:

Below are the codes and the resulting cuts:

Note that the line width does not affect the width of the cut. A hairline or a 0.5" stroke in your design program will result in the same line.

SVG Color code	On Tool Representation	Resulting Cut
Use this for engraving.
Use this for helpful marks that you don't plan to actually cut.
Use this to cut out a positive shape at the specified dimensions.
Use this to cut a through-hole with dimensions equal to the SVG shape.
Use this to remove material from within a shape to a depth that you specify on-tool. Note: pocketing cuts will automatically add border offset to ensure a clean cut. Pocket cuts need to be followed by an Inside cut to accurately pocket the width of the final dimension.

Open shapes (eg: a single, open-ended line) can be coded as a guide or online cuts. When cutting, Origin will center the cutter on the path.

Closed shapes (eg: a continuous circle or rectangle) can be coded as guide, online, interior, exterior, or pocket. This is because a closed shape is required for Origin to identify 'inside' and 'outside.'

Check out this video for more information: