UV Laser Engraving: What’s the Best Way to Add Text?

When working with laser engraving, especially with a UV laser engraver, clean and precise text is essential for professional-quality results. Many users wonder how to add, edit, and customize text efficiently in ComMarker Studio.
This guide walks you through everything—fonts, alignment, grouping, outlines, arrays, and more—so you can create polished text engravings with ease.

1. Can You Use Any Font for Laser Engraving?

Yes—you can import almost any font into ComMarker Studio.
Simply install the font on your computer, and it will automatically appear in the software’s Font Family list.

Types of Fonts Supported

ComMarker Studio works with:

• TrueType Fonts (TTF)
  These can be filled and are ideal for solid engraving, especially with UV laser machines where clarity matters.

• Single-Line Fonts
  These engrave using simple line strokes, making them perfect for fast marking or when you need minimal burn.

If you want bold, filled letters—use TrueType.
If you want fast, crisp outlines—single-line fonts are best.

2. How Do You Edit and Align Text?

Once you insert your text, you can adjust:

• Font size

• Alignment

• Orientation

• Text content

Just type in the text box and apply any of the design tools in the side panel.

Important Notes

• Some fonts don’t support all languages.

• You cannot mix multiple fonts or sizes in the same text box.
  (You’ll need separate text objects.)

3. How Do You Manage Multiple Text Objects?

If your engraving design includes multiple words, shapes, or icons, grouping makes your workflow much easier.

Grouping

• Select all elements

• Click Group

• Move, scale, or rotate them together

Ungrouping

• Click Ungroup to edit each item separately

This is especially helpful when preparing layouts for bulk marking or product personalization.

4. When Should You Mirror Your Text?

You should mirror your design any time the engraving will be viewed from the opposite side. Examples include:

• Bottoms of glass cups

• Rubber stamps

• Mirrors

• Acrylic placed upside down for back engraving

With UV laser engraving, especially on glass or acrylic, mirroring ensures the final view is correct from the front.

5. How Do You Prevent Letters Like “O” and “P” From Falling Out When Cutting?

When cutting text (not just engraving), inner shapes can fall out—for example:

• O

• P

• A

• R

To keep inner parts attached:

1. Draw a small bridge using the Draw tool

2. Select both shapes

3. Go to Boolean → Subtract Top

This creates a clean connecting “bridge” while keeping the letter readable.

6. How Do You Create an Outline for Laser Engraving?

To add a stroke or outline around text:

1. Select the object

2. Click Offset

3. Enter your desired outline width

This is especially popular in UV laser engraving for:

• Nameplates

• Logo borders

• Decorative text

• Jewelry tags

7. How Do You Engrave Multiple Copies Efficiently?

If you need several copies of the same text (e.g., batch production), ComMarker Studio’s Array tool saves tons of time.

Using the Array Function

• Select your design

• Click Array

• Choose:

  • Rectangular Array (rows & columns)

  • Circular Array (around a center point)

• Enter:

  • Row count

  • Column count

  • Spacing

• Click Confirm

This is perfect for laser engraving multiple tags, coins, labels, or promotional items.

Final Thoughts

Mastering text tools in ComMarker Studio gives you full control over your laser engraving projects—whether you’re using a fiber laser or a UV laser for ultra-fine details. With features like font import, grouping, mirroring, outlines, and arrays, you can create clean, professional designs with ease.

If you have questions or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment or contact [email protected].

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