Learn LightBurn Shortcuts for Windows
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcut keys |
| New file |
Ctrl + N |
| Open file |
Ctrl + O |
| Import |
Ctrl + I |
| Save |
Ctrl + S |
| Save as |
Ctrl + Shift + S |
| Export |
Alt + X |
| Print – black only |
Ctrl + P |
| Print keep colors |
Ctrl + Shift + P |
| Exit |
Ctrl + Q |
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Undo |
Ctrl + Z |
| Redo |
Ctrl + Shift + Z |
| Select all |
Ctrl + A |
| Invert selection |
Ctrl + Shift + I |
| Cut |
Ctrl + X |
| Copy |
Ctrl + C |
| Duplicate |
Ctrl + D |
| Paste |
Ctrl + V |
| Paste in place |
Alt + V |
| Delete |
Delete |
| Convert to path |
Ctrl + Shift + C |
| Convert to bitmap |
Ctrl + Shift + B |
| Close path |
Alt + C |
| Auto join |
Alt + J |
| Optimize path |
Alt + O |
| Delete duplicates |
Alt + D |
| Exit tool / Select mode |
Esc |
Vector Tools Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Draw line |
Ctrl + L |
| Draw rectangle |
Ctrl + R |
| Draw ellipse |
Ctrl + E |
| Edit nodes |
Ctrl + ` |
| Edit tabs |
Ctrl + Tab |
| Edit text |
Ctrl + T |
| Offset shapes |
Alt + O |
| Weld shapes |
Ctrl + W |
| Boolean subtract |
Alt + – |
| Boolean intersection |
Alt + * |
| Boolean assistant |
Ctrl + B |
| Break apart |
Alt + B |
Image Tools Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Adjust image |
Alt + I |
| Trace image |
Alt + T |
Laser Tools Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Position laser |
Alt + L |
| Rotary setup |
Ctrl + Shift + R |
Arrange Tools Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Group |
Ctrl + G |
| Ungroup |
Ctrl + U |
| Flip horizontal |
Ctrl + Shift + H |
| Flip vertical |
Ctrl + Shift + V |
| Mirror across line |
Alt + M |
| 2-point rotate/scale |
Ctrl + 2 |
| Push forward in Draw Order |
Page Up key |
| Push back in Draw Order |
Page Down key |
| Push to front |
Ctrl + Page Up key |
| Push to back |
Ctrl + Page Down key |
Align Tools Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Align left |
Ctrl + Shift + Left Arrow Key |
| Align right |
Ctrl + Shift + Right Arrow Key |
| Align top |
Ctrl + Shift + Up Arrow Key |
| Align bottom |
Ctrl + Shift + Down Arrow Key |
| Align center vertically |
Ctrl + Shift + Page Up key |
| Align center horizontally |
Ctrl + Shift + Page Down key |
Distribution Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Move V-together |
Alt + Shift + V |
| Move H-together |
Alt + Shift + H |
Node Edit Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Convert to a smooth corner node |
S |
| Convert line to smooth curve |
S |
| Convert curve to line |
L |
| Convert smooth node to corner |
C |
| Delete line – While over a line |
D |
| Delete node – While over a node |
D |
| Insert node point |
I |
| Insert node at the midpoint |
M |
| Break shape at point – While over a point |
B |
| Trim line at next intersection |
T |
| Extend the line to the next intersection |
E |
Print & Cut Shortcuts
| Action |
LightBurn Shortcuts |
| Start wizard |
Alt + 0 |
| Set first target position |
Alt + 1 |
| Set second target position |
Alt + 2 |
| Align output to targets |
Alt + 3 |
| Align output to targets – no scaling |
Alt + 4 |
FAQs
What is LightBurn?
LightBurn is a user-friendly laser software used to control and design laser cutting and engraving machines.
What operating systems is LightBurn compatible with?
LightBurn is compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux operating systems
What file formats can LightBurn import?
LightBurn can import various file formats including SVG, DXF, AI, PDF, BMP, JPG, PNG, GIF, and more.
Can LightBurn control my laser machine?
LightBurn supports a wide range of laser machines including CO2, fiber, and diode laser systems. However, it is important to check if your specific laser machine is compatible with LightBurn.
Can I use LightBurn with my 3D printer?
No, LightBurn is designed specifically for laser machines and is not compatible with 3D printers.
Is LightBurn free?
No, LightBurn is not a free software. It offers a 30-day free trial period after which users need to purchase a license to continue using the software.
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