Outline Bits (Beta)

More control over your cutouts — no workarounds needed. You can now assign a dedicated bit just for outline cuts in multi-stage carves.

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Previously, Easel always used your detail bit for outline cuts – including final cutouts – even if it was a small V-bit or 1/32" bit. That often led to slow carves, broken bits, or complex workarounds.

Now, with Outline Bit, you can:

  • Choose a separate, sturdier bit (like a 1/8" or 1/4" end mill) just for the outline
  • Skip duplicating workpieces or manually hiding shapes
  • Keep everything in one carve with three distinct toolpaths: Roughing, Detail, and Outline

Add an outline bit to cut out your design

After you select an Outline Bit, Easel will assign it to shapes where the Cut Path is set to “on shape path”, “outside shape path”, or “inside shape path”:

Pockets Pockets will be carved by the Roughing and Detail Bits

Outlines Outlines will be carved by the new Outline Bit

How to use it:

  • Opt-in to use the new Outline Bits feature in beta
  • Load or create a project in Easel with a roughing and detail pass
  • Click the “+” next to your Detail Bit and select an Outline Bit
  • Simulate your carve — the outline pass will appear as a separate orange toolpath
  • During carving or downloading G-code, you'll now see a new “Outline Pass” option when selecting toolpaths

This feature is currently in beta — and available to all Easel users. Try it out, share your feedback, and help us shape the final version.

Opt in on the top, right hand side of this page and try it out today!