The Studio software detects the outline of shapes automatically. The procedure would be as follows:
- Print out shapes with your own software or draw it with Studio.
- Select Object|Trace... from the menu.
- Click the "Select Trace Area" button.
- Select the area of the figure.
- Select "Trace Outer Edge".
- The red line appears surrounding the image.
- Delete the original image.
- Edit the outline. Typically you would want to "Edit Points" from the left column of the window.
- When the editing is done, click the Silhouette icon from the tool menu.
- Place the paper on the cutting mat and set it to the machine.
- Click "Cut" button when everything is ready.
- Click the "Select Trace Area" button.
Send any shapes to Silhouette and find designs of your choice. Try cutting shapes and figure out balances and sizes that fit your needs.