Apply program splits

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Use Fills > Program Split to create decorative fill stitches where needle penetrations form a tiled pattern. Right-click for settings.

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Use Outlines > Program Split to create borders or columns of even width for decorative needle penetration patterns. Right-click for settings.

You can apply Program Split to a wide variety of objects. You can adjust these either before or after applying the effect. Choose from a library of split patterns.

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Note: Digitize the stitch angle carefully when creating objects with program splits. If rows are parallel with pattern lines, they will rarely intersect and the pattern may not be visible. A 45° stitch angle is suitable for most patterns.

To apply program splits...

1Click the Program Split icon. Program Split stitching is applied to new or selected objects, based on current settings.

2Right-click the Program Split icon to access object properties.

3Select a pattern from the droplist. Alternatively, click the arrow button to access the pattern library.

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4Adjust pattern size via Size X/Y fields. The scaling lock maintains aspect ratio. Use the Angle setting to orientate the pattern within the shape.

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Tip: Tatami patterns can be combined with curved fills for interesting effects.

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