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Device Settings

The Device Settings window contains device-specific settings for your laser. The settings available change based on the device selected — not all settings described below will necessarily be shown in your instance of LightBurn.

Access Device Settings by selecting Laser ToolsDevice Settings or by clicking Device Settings icon in the Main Toolbar.

Have Multiple Lasers?

Select the correct device in the Devices dropdown in the Laser Window.

Laser Window

Device Settings Window

The Device Settings window

The Device Settings window is split into several tabs, not all of which will be available for all machines.

  • Dimensions / Units


    Per-device unit and dimension settings.

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  • Basic Settings


    The most commonly used device settings.

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  • GCode


    Modify GCode output for GCode Devices.

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  • Additional Settings


    Settings for simulating previews and estimating time.

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  • Custom GCode


    Advanced GCode customization for the Custom GCode device type.

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  • Galvo and Basic Settings


    The most commonly used device settings for Galvo lasers.

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  • Ports and Laser Settings


    Configure a Galvo laser's ports and laser source.

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Troubleshooting

  • If you aren't seeing a setting you expected to see, check which tab you're in and make sure it's applicable to your laser.