# Preparing a Cut File

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## Preparing a Cut File

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#### Design at Home Checklist

1. Confirm project units (**inches vs mm**) - must match your post-processor choice
2. Set up the correct **machine profile** in VCarve (per the [Onefinity + Vectric setup guide](https://www.onefinitycnc.com/post/setup-a-post-processor-exporting-gcode-for-vectric-with-the-redline-motion-control-system)): 
    1. VCarve → **Machine → Machine Configuration Management**
    2. Click **Download from the Cloud** (upper-right corner) → Yes
    3. Manufacturer: **Onefinity**
    4. Series: **Elite Redline** (correct for Gen 2 Redline/Realtime)
    5. Model: **Foreman 48×48**
    6. Configuration: **Defaults** (unless rotary added later)
    7. When saving toolpaths, choose: **Onefinity Redline/Realtime (inch)** or **(mm)** - match your project units
    
    Backup/manual post-processors: [RealTime CNC](https://realtimecnc.com/)
3. Design your part and assign toolpaths - see [Speeds and Feeds](https://wiki.spen.cc/books/woodworking/page/speeds-and-feeds) for starter values
4. Run **3D preview / simulation** in VCarve - check for unexpected plunges, tabs, and rapid collisions
5. Save your `.crv` project and bring it to the shop via **USB drive or cloud** (either works)

#### At the Shop - Export Toolpaths

1. Open your `.crv` file on a **master VCarve** computer (CNC PC or vinyl cutter PC)
2. Re-check tooling and run 3D preview again
3. **Save toolpaths** → export G-code with the correct post-processor
4. Transfer G-code to the dedicated CNC PC running RTS-X (USB or cloud)

Once G-code is on the shop PC, continue to [Running a Job](https://wiki.spen.cc/books/woodworking/page/running-a-job) for simulation, machine startup, and job execution.

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