Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Learn the basics of LightBurn layers in this beginner-friendly tutorial! Discover what layers are, how to use them, and how they control your laser workflow.

🎯 What You'll Learn:
- What layers are and how they work in LightBurn
- How to use the Layers panel and color bar
- Assigning layers to shapes
- Layer modes: Line, Fill, Offset Fill, and Image
- Speed and power settings for each layer
- Layer toggles: Output, Show, and Air Assist
- Tool layers (T1 & T2) for reference geometry
- Layer order and processing sequence
- How to reorder layers for optimal results

📚 Helpful Resources:
LightBurn Cuts / Layers Documentation: docs.lightburnsoftware.com/2.0/Reference/CutsLayersWindow

LightBurn Cut Planner: docs.lightburnsoftware.com/legacy/OptimizationSettings

Tool Layers Guide: docs.lightburnsoftware.com/legacy/BeginnerUITour#tool-layers

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(Video recorded with the public beta 1.6)
- LightBurn Support Forums: forum.lightburnsoftware.com
- LightBurn Documentation: docs.lightburnsoftware.com
- LightBurn Suggest a Feature: lightburn.fider.io

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