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Brother BES Lettering User Manual

Brother BES Lettering
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BES Lettering
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Brother BES Lettering Specifications

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BrandBrother
ModelBES Lettering
CategorySoftware
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Learning about the Workspace

Parts of the Workspace

Overview of different areas in the workspace and their functions.

Title Bar

Displays design name, stitch/color count, and dimensions.

Pacesetter Button

Accesses a menu of tools like New, Save, Print.

Quick Access Toolbar

Contains frequently used tool buttons for quick access.

Setting up your Workspace Environment

Customize design workspace, set measurement units.

Adjusting the View of the Workspace

Modify how the design is displayed, including zoom levels.

Magnifying and Reducing the View

Use Zoom to enlarge or shrink parts of the design for detail.

Taking Measurements

Measure distances between points using the Ruler tool.

Displaying the Hoop

View and manage the embroidery hoop within the design window.

Selecting a Hoop

Choose from pre-loaded hoop sizes or create custom ones.

Getting Help

Access software assistance through contents, index, or search.

Creating Lettering

Normal Text Tool

Create standard text items with normal proportions.

Path Text Tool

Create text that follows a set linear or curved path.

Vertical Text Frame

Create text that is oriented vertically.

Circle Text Tool

Create text that follows a circular path.

Creating Monograms

Create three-letter monogram text, with optional decorative elements.

Text Frames - an Overview

Methods for modifying text size, shape, and appearance.

Adjusting Size of a Text Segment

Manually change the overall size of a text segment.

Adjusting the Corners of Text Segments

Modify the shape of text segments by adjusting corner handles.

Using the Envelope Handles

Adjust the shape of text segments using flexible bounding box handles.

Rotating Text

Change the angle of a text segment using the rotation handle.

Adjusting the Slant of Text

Modify the angle of letters within a text segment.

Working with Individual Letters

Modify properties of individual letters within a text segment.

Adjusting the Space between Letters (Kerning)

Manually adjust the horizontal spacing between letters.

Working with Color

Manage thread colors for text segments.

Changing the Color of a Text Segment

Modify the thread color of existing text segments.

Creating Multi-color Text Segments

Insert special characters to divide text into sub-segments of different colors.

Text Properties

The Properties Panel

Central panel for modifying all text object properties.

Adjusting Text Properties

Modify text content, font, height, alignment, and spacing.

Changing the Text

Edit the text content directly within the Properties panel.

Changing the Font of Existing Text Segment

Modify the font type of selected text segments.

Spell Checker

Check spelling of text segments using integrated spell-check functionality.

Changing the Slant Setting

Adjust the angle of letters to create a slanted effect.

Properties Specific to Particular Text Frames

Unique properties for specific text frame types.

Decor for Monograms

Add pre-designed embroidery frames to monogram text.

Text Styles Option

Apply different embroidery styles like Run, Steil, Appliqué, or Spiral to lettering.

Appliqué Style Text

Use fabric pieces for large letters, reducing stitch count.

Adjusting Satin Settings for Appliqué Style Text

Customize satin stitch parameters for appliqué.

Adjusting Fill Settings

Customize parameters used when generating fill stitching for a segment.

Choosing a Fill Pattern

Select from standard or carved patterns for fill stitching.

Fill Density Setting

Adjust the distance between embroidery stitches for fill density.

Underlay Properties

Configure underlay stitches for fabric stabilization.

Selecting the Underlay Type

Choose underlay types like Contour, Parallel, or Zig-Zag for fabric stabilization.

Pull Compensation Settings

Adjust pull compensation to compensate for fabric stretching during sewing.

Displaying Special Characters

Enter special characters using ASCII codes or keyboard shortcuts.

Editing Designs

Creating New Designs

Start new designs using default or custom recipe and machine formats.

Opening and Closing Designs

Load and manage embroidery files.

To open an existing design

Load existing embroidery files from various formats.

Saving a Design

Save current designs or alternative versions with different names or formats.

Selecting and Moving Parts of a Design

Select and modify individual design components or groups.

The Select Tool

Primary tool for selecting and manipulating design elements.

Copying, Cutting, and Pasting Design Components

Use clipboard functions to duplicate or move design elements.

Aligning Items in the Design Horizontally and Vertically

Use alignment tools to arrange components precisely.

Rotating Design Components

Rotate design elements by 90-degree increments or custom angles.

Merging Design Files

Import and combine multiple design files into an active design.

Distorting Segments

Apply distortion effects like Wave, ZigZag, or Twirl to design segments.

Working with Name Drops

Create multiple similar designs by replacing template elements.

Sequencing Segments

Reorder embroidery segments for optimal stitch sequence.

Using the Color Sort tool

Rebuild designs to minimize color stops by combining similar colors.

Printing Designs

Generate print-outs of designs with various information options.

Previewing a Design before Printing

View design worksheets on screen before printing.

Changing the Print Settings

Customize print options like margins, size, and color analysis.

Appendix: Greek Fonts

Greek font

Displays available keystrokes and recommended heights for the Greek font.

Greek Block font

Shows keystrokes and height recommendations for the Greek Block font.

Greek Mixed font

Presents keystrokes and height guidance for the Greek Mixed font.

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