Elements of Harmony

the capabilities and options of the laser engraver greatly depend on the driver. at this stage, the user can select the raster style and resolution, set the home position, and adjust power and speed settings. some drivers even allow users to adjust the pitch and sharpness of engraved edges for applications such as rubber stamps. the user then inserts the substrate into the machine, typically into the top left corner of the table, which is commonly used as the home position and is the starting point of the laser. after focusing the laser on the material (most machines offer an auto-focus function), the user pushes the start button and the laser fires away.