OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL DESIGN LAB
GRAVIT DESIGNER
Gravit Designer is a free online vector graphic program similar to Inkscape and Adobe Illustrator. It works on any computer that can connect to the Internet but does not work on an iPad. Inkscape is used to create logos, illustrations, and designs for both the laser cutter and vinyl cutter.
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Your design files can be saved to the website, but you can also download them to the computer.
1. Learn how to use Gravit Designer
YouTube Tutorials​
A great place to start is the official Gravit Designer YouTube channel.
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Joshua Pomeroy shares video tutorials for different vector design programs. View his Gravit Designer playlist.
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John Umekubo is a middle school teacher who has tutorials for a wide variety tools aimed for his students. View his Gravit Designer playlist.
Other Resources​
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Gravit Designer Online Documentation
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Designing for Laser Cutting and Etching
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Creating Vector Files for Laser Cutting
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2. Start Designing!
The best way to learn Gravit Designer is to watch the videos and practice what you learn.
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Watch one video, then practice that skill for a few minutes. When you're ready, move on to the next video. While watching videos, please wear earbuds and/or turn on closed captioning.
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I'm sure you're excited to make a vector for the laser cutter or vinyl cutter, but I strongly encourage you not to rush through this process. It's better to take your time and learn how to use Inkscape well rather than trying to quickly make something in one day and have it be a bad design.