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Best Third-Party Software for USCutter... Easy Cut Studio

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As someone who is relatively new to the industry and this forum, I wanted to share my thoughts on a software I settled with and would definitely recommend. I would also love to hear your thoughts as well!

After recently demoing multiple trial versions of vinyl cutting software and as a hobby user who is new to the industry, I settled on Easy Cut Studio for my vinyl design and cutting software needs. In addition to being very intuitive to use (for example, I downloaded the trial version and within two minutes had connected it to my US Cutter machine and printed my first (pre-designed) decal), Easy Cut Studio and its developers know the needs and desires of those cutting vinyl for hobby, business, and professional use. The platform boasts its knowledge of these needs through many easy-to-learn advanced features (many of which are still far beyond my current understanding and needs) and options for importing files and fonts in a wide range of file formats including: SVGs, open type, and true type fonts, and also PDF files. I was particularly impressed with the way Easy Cut Studio made it possible to scale and format a specified group of decals without needing to go to a lot of extra hassle to get them formatted. Additionally, the software gives the user the ability to “nudge” a design a fraction of an inch if it is not quite printing right in order to better utilize your vinyl – a feature I found really nice for when I’m printing on high-priced material (like premium 3M vinyl). I outlined a few pros and cons below for you to consider when looking at Easy Cut Studio for your personal or business needs.

Pros:

  • Really intuitive for a beginner user and has enough advanced features to keep a professional user busy with options.
  • Connects very easily to a wide range of printers (in my case, I am using the US Cutter MH871-MK2 via USB cable and it was flawless and simple to connect)
  • Quick file import and export speeds - this depends on your computer but is also something I've noticed various software types having minor differences in.
  • Options to use pre-loaded fonts and typefaces in addition to the ability to download and import your own desired fonts/types.
  • Free trial version where you can actually print the decals you want to test plus utilize the many features that come with the platform.
  • Many diverse size and scaling options for making the most of your vinyl and materials.
  • Easy and simple one-time payment as opposed to other platforms with costly monthly payment options.

Cons:

  • There are multiple small lines that the software will cut through your designs until you purchase the premium - basically if you want quality decals, you must purchase the premium. That said, this didn't distract me much from moving forward with using the software.
  • Interface doesn't appear quite as updated/modern as some Adobe products or other vinyl cutting platforms.

Bottom line:

I would absolutely consider utilizing Easy Cut Studio for your vinyl cutting needs, especially if you're a beginner or moderate user like me who desires a wide range of diverse and intuitive features for a one-time price. I am very happy with this choice and look forward to hearing your thoughts. I will work to keep this updated as I go with any additional pros or cons I note. Cheers!

Alexander

- A broke college student who's into vinyl design and cutting.

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3 hours ago, 2BrokeCollegeStudents said:

As someone who is relatively new to the industry and this forum, I wanted to share my thoughts on a software I settled with and would definitely recommend. I would also love to hear your thoughts as well!

After recently demoing multiple trial versions of vinyl cutting software and as a hobby user who is new to the industry, I settled on Easy Cut Studio for my vinyl design and cutting software needs. In addition to being very intuitive to use (for example, I downloaded the trial version and within two minutes had connected it to my US Cutter machine and printed my first (pre-designed) decal), Easy Cut Studio and its developers know the needs and desires of those cutting vinyl for hobby, business, and professional use. The platform boasts its knowledge of these needs through many easy-to-learn advanced features (many of which are still far beyond my current understanding and needs) and options for importing files and fonts in a wide range of file formats including: SVGs, open type, and true type fonts, and also PDF files. I was particularly impressed with the way Easy Cut Studio made it possible to scale and format a specified group of decals without needing to go to a lot of extra hassle to get them formatted. Additionally, the software gives the user the ability to “nudge” a design a fraction of an inch if it is not quite printing right in order to better utilize your vinyl – a feature I found really nice for when I’m printing on high-priced material (like premium 3M vinyl). I outlined a few pros and cons below for you to consider when looking at Easy Cut Studio for your personal or business needs.

Pros:

  • Really intuitive for a beginner user and has enough advanced features to keep a professional user busy with options.
  • Connects very easily to a wide range of printers (in my case, I am using the US Cutter MH871-MK2 via USB cable and it was flawless and simple to connect)
  • Quick file import and export speeds - this depends on your computer but is also something I've noticed various software types having minor differences in.
  • Options to use pre-loaded fonts and typefaces in addition to the ability to download and import your own desired fonts/types.
  • Free trial version where you can actually print the decals you want to test plus utilize the many features that come with the platform.
  • Many diverse size and scaling options for making the most of your vinyl and materials.
  • Easy and simple one-time payment as opposed to other platforms with costly monthly payment options.

Cons:

  • There are multiple small lines that the software will cut through your designs until you purchase the premium - basically if you want quality decals, you must purchase the premium. That said, this didn't distract me much from moving forward with using the software.
  • Interface doesn't appear quite as updated/modern as some Adobe products or other vinyl cutting platforms.

Bottom line:

I would absolutely consider utilizing Easy Cut Studio for your vinyl cutting needs, especially if you're a beginner or moderate user like me who desires a wide range of diverse and intuitive features for a one-time price. I am very happy with this choice and look forward to hearing your thoughts. I will work to keep this updated as I go with any additional pros or cons I note. Cheers!

Alexander

- A broke college student who's into vinyl design and cutting.

Did you buy your machine secondhand and had to buy your own software?    Like skeeter said it come free with purchase of a new mh. 
 

sounds a lot like a canned sales speech except for using the term “printing” incorrectly 

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And the pure theater of the moment is the only reason you're not already banned as a spammer. 

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