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 Tools → Device Settings or by clicking
in the Main Toolbar.
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.
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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.
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.

