How to create G-Code from Text

We will use Inkscape to create SVG Graphics to render our text.

This SVG graphic will be imported into Freecad to render G-Code path information.

This Code will be used with UCS (Universal G-Code Sender) to be forwarded to our CNC machine.

Create text graphic using Inkscape

1. Open Inkscape. This HowTo uses Inkscape version 1.2
2. Select new document
3. Select text tool, write your text.
4. Press "Path --> Object to path" from the menu bar.
5. Save the file.

Create G-Code from Freecad

1. Open FreeCad. This HowTo uses FreeCad version 0.20.2
2. Select "Drawing" bench and click "New".
3. Click "File" --> "Import"; select the file you created.
4. Choose "SVG as geometry" and not "Drawing".