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# Request to Add "Frame" Feature for Laser and Router Machines in LEKN-Tech G-Sender #6

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@folk-9

Dear LEKN-Tech G-Sender Development Team,
I would like to propose the addition of a Frame feature for laser and router machines using GRBL in the LEKN-Tech G-Sender software. This feature would significantly enhance the user experience by allowing operators to visualize the work area before starting the cutting, engraving, or routing process.

Purpose of the Frame Feature:

The Frame feature would allow users to visualize the boundary or outer area of their design on the material, whether using a laser or router machine. It would display a boundary or box that represents the physical area where the laser or router will operate, helping users confirm the proper alignment of their design.

Benefits of the Feature:

  1. Pre-Process Visualization: Users can verify the position and scale of the design relative to the material, ensuring proper placement before starting the operation.

  2. Position Accuracy: The frame will help verify the machine's starting position, reducing the likelihood of errors and preventing operations from happening in unintended areas.

  3. Material Protection: By visualizing the frame, users can avoid damaging the material or making unnecessary cuts in areas that are not part of the design.

  4. Improved Efficiency: The feature provides a quick and easy way to verify the setup before starting, saving time and reducing material waste.

Suggested Functionality:

  • The feature should allow users to activate the frame option, where the machine (laser or router) moves around the boundary of the design (without activating the laser or cutting tool) to outline the work area.
  • The movement should represent the exact area that the laser or router will process.
  • It should be easy to toggle the frame on or off directly from the software interface.

I believe adding this feature will improve accuracy and ease of use for both laser and router users in LEKN-Tech G-Sender. I hope the development team will consider this request for a future update.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

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