Using a sign pattern

[AlBCuttnWud]

So I have downloaded a sign pattern and am trying to add a few other patterns within the recessed carve area of the sign. I seem be having trouble understanding how to set the depth for patterns I am dropping into the recess that comes as is when downloaded.

I only have the basic Designer3 so was thinking I might need an additional add-in to get the results I am looking for. I am thinking there is a function, similar to the conforming vectors for text that adjusts the depth according to the recessed region.

Not sure if I asked the question very well, thanks for your help.

[mtylerfl]

You adjust the thickness of patterns yourself. (You don't need any extra software for this basic task.) Typically, a good starting thickness is to make the pattern thickness the same as (or less than) the depth of your Carve Region.


See page 2,3 and 4 of the following Tips & Tricks. Perhaps that may help.


Tips, Common Questions and Answers – Part 1 – ISSUE 13 October 2008

[SteveNelson46]

I might add that if the carve region or background is not a flat surface you may need to apply a merge.

[mtylerfl]

Yes. Here is a Tips & Tricks that may be helpful for understanding Merge styles (and a particular purpose of Grouping).

Group and_Merge Features in Designer – ISSUE 2 November 2007

[AlBCuttnWud]

[QUOTE=mtylerfl;234713]Yes. Here is a Tips & Tricks that may be helpful for understanding Merge styles (and a particular purpose of Grouping).

Thanks so much, appears I have some reading to do.