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In the plugin dialog, next to every color layer is a small checkbox. Uncheck a color to temporarily disable that layer without deleting it from CorelDRAW. Great for test burns. rdworks coreldraw plugin
The typical user workflow within the plugin environment follows a specific logic:
When you click the plugin icon, a floating panel appears with these main sections: It is impossible to discuss RDWorks without mentioning
| Function | Description |
|----------|-------------|
| Get Current Layer | Shows selected layer index |
| Set Layer Parameter | Set Power, Speed, Scan Gap, PPI, Mode (Cut/Engrave) |
| Download to Laser | Send current selection directly to laser memory |
| Start | Begin laser job immediately (PC → controller → start) |
| Simulation | Preview path in laser display |
| File → Save as RDWorks | Export as .rd project file |
| Help | Version info |
The RDWorks plugin integrates laser job preparation and output into CorelDRAW. Instead of exporting to RDWorks separately, you can define layers, set power/speed, and engrave/cut directly. Output: The design is sent to the laser
Supported CorelDRAW versions: X6, X7, X8, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 (32-bit & 64-bit depending on plugin version).
Supported controllers: Ruida RDC6442G/S, RDC6445G, RDC6334M, RDC5131, etc.
Right-click RDWorks_Plugin_Corel_Setup.exe → Run as Administrator.
You will see a new toolbar: "RDWorks", usually on the far right of the top menu bar. If you see a red laser icon, you succeeded.
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