Accumark Professional Edition: What'S New For Accumark October 2020 End-To-End Is Just The Beginning

AccuMark® Professional Edition
What’s New for AccuMark

October 2020
End-to-End is Just the Beginning
Highlights
• New Help Resources
• Batch Processing Enhancements
• Send to AccuNest from Easy Marking
• New marker plot format – PDF file
• Image Library Link
• Grade Enhancements
• Colorways Support Batch Image
• Measure with Macros
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AccuMark® Professional Edition ...................................................................................................... 1
What’s New for AccuMark October 2020 ...................................................................................... 1
End-to-End is Just the Beginning .................................................................................................... 1
Highlights ............................................................................................................................ 1
AccuMark® Professional Edition What’s New for AccuMark October 2020 v13.2.0 .................... 8
Enhancements since 13.0 ........................................................................................................... 8
New Licensing Option Available in AccuMark 13.2 .................................................................... 8
Log In with USB Key............................................................................................................. 9
Log Out of the License ....................................................................................................... 10
Network License ................................................................................................................ 12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 13
Improvements to AccuMark Explorer....................................................................................... 14
Help Tab ............................................................................................................................ 14
New Fields in AccuMark Explorer File/Options ................................................................. 15
Improvements to the Model Editor .......................................................................................... 16
Sorting Options ................................................................................................................. 16
New Features in Batch Processing ............................................................................................ 16
Storage Area ..................................................................................................................... 16
Marker Reports from Batch .............................................................................................. 18
Attaching Markers ............................................................................................................ 19
Sending Markers to the AccuNest Queue ......................................................................... 20
Generate Cut Tickets with CSV Import .............................................................................. 20
ASTM DXF Conversions with CSV Import .......................................................................... 22
Image Library Updates .............................................................................................................. 24
Image Library – New Configuration Option ...................................................................... 24
Image Library Link to External Directories ........................................................................ 25
Improvements for Digital Printing ............................................................................................ 26
Colorway Support in Easy Order ....................................................................................... 26
Colorway and Replace Image in Both Order Editors ......................................................... 27
Add New Size Supports Colorway Selection in Easy Marking ........................................... 30
PLM Integrations ....................................................................................................................... 31
AccuMark Model and Piece Comments to PLM Style-Model............................................ 31
Improvements for Easy Marking............................................................................................... 32
Introductory Help Screen .................................................................................................. 32
Help Tab ............................................................................................................................ 33
Send to AccuNest .............................................................................................................. 34
Internal Label Display ........................................................................................................ 36
Hide/Show Annotation ...................................................................................................... 36
Print Options ..................................................................................................................... 37
Background Image for Fabric ............................................................................................ 38
Expanded Range for Variable Tilt ..................................................................................... 39
New Features for Marker Plotting ............................................................................................ 40

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Plotting Splices .................................................................................................................. 40
Marker Plot as a PDF file ................................................................................................... 41
Plot Arrowhead on Grainline............................................................................................. 41
AccuMark® Professional Edition What’s New for Pattern Design October 2020 ........................ 42
Help ........................................................................................................................................... 42
Introductory Help .............................................................................................................. 42
Help Tab ............................................................................................................................ 43
Context Sensitive Help....................................................................................................... 44
Data Conversions ...................................................................................................................... 45
Updated File Import Selections ......................................................................................... 45
Ease of Use Enhancements ....................................................................................................... 47
Highlight View for Points of Measure ............................................................................... 47
Pleat Object View .............................................................................................................. 48
Calculator Supports Select Region .................................................................................... 49
Support for 4K Monitors.................................................................................................... 49
Grade Enhancements................................................................................................................ 50
Change Sign in Edit Delta .................................................................................................. 50
Updates for Add Grade Point ............................................................................................ 50
Updates for Flip Grade Rule .............................................................................................. 50
Match 2 Lines .................................................................................................................... 51
Proportional Grade & Piece Rotation ............................................................................... 52
Updates for Grade Measure Area ..................................................................................... 52
Image Enhancements................................................................................................................ 53
Copy Image ....................................................................................................................... 53
Resize Image ..................................................................................................................... 53
Simplified Image Selection ................................................................................................ 54
Label Extensions ................................................................................................................ 55
Bundle ID Option for Piece Labels ..................................................................................... 56
Enhanced Move Display for Trim Images ......................................................................... 57
Updated PDF Library ......................................................................................................... 57
Image Symbol Display ....................................................................................................... 58
Colorway Enhancements .......................................................................................................... 59
Replace Image Supports Colorways .................................................................................. 59
Warning for Duplicate Colorway Name ............................................................................ 60
Save Model Maintains Active Colorway ........................................................................... 60
Wizard Enhancements .............................................................................................................. 61
Measuring with Macros .................................................................................................... 61
Preferences ............................................................................................................................... 62
Custom Hotkeys for Info Bar ............................................................................................. 62
AccuMark® Professional Edition What’s New for AccuMark February 2020 v13.0.0 .................. 63
Image Library ............................................................................................................................ 63
Image Library – Images as AccuMark Data Types ............................................................ 63
Defining the Image Library Location (Local or Network) .................................................. 64

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Creating New Folders in the Image Library....................................................................... 65
Referenced vs Embedded Images ..................................................................................... 65
Migrate Images ................................................................................................................. 66
Identifying Referenced vs Embedded Images ................................................................... 68
Adding Images to the Image Library ................................................................................. 69
Moving Images in the Image Library ................................................................................ 71
Sharing Image Libraries .................................................................................................... 71
AccuMark Explorer .................................................................................................................... 72
Zip Files – Drag and Drop .................................................................................................. 72
Zip Files – Image Updates and Colorway Support ............................................................ 73
Send To Mail...................................................................................................................... 74
Importing a SQL Zip file into Userroot .............................................................................. 74
Printing Data Items ........................................................................................................... 75
Preview Pane – Model Options ......................................................................................... 75
SQL Support .............................................................................................................................. 78
DSN .................................................................................................................................... 78
Model ........................................................................................................................................ 78
Show Additional Fields ...................................................................................................... 78
Cutter’s Must Updates ...................................................................................................... 79
Fabric Table Updates within the Model ............................................................................ 80
AccuMark & YuniquePLM Integrations ..................................................................................... 81
Model Flip Quantities ........................................................................................................ 81
Alteration Editor ....................................................................................................................... 82
Longer Alteration Rule Names .......................................................................................... 82
Laylimits Editor.......................................................................................................................... 83
Per Model Bundling ........................................................................................................... 83
Pair Orientation for AccuNest ........................................................................................... 83
Order Editor .............................................................................................................................. 84
Generating a Marker with Colorways ............................................................................... 84
Easy Marking ............................................................................................................................. 85
Snap to Geometry ............................................................................................................. 85
Configurable Icon Menu Display ....................................................................................... 86
Marker Header Available for Digital Printing ................................................................... 88
Cut Generation .......................................................................................................................... 89
Cut Ticket Updates ............................................................................................................ 89
New Reports Updates ............................................................................................................... 90
Filters ................................................................................................................................. 90
New information available ............................................................................................... 95
New functionality available .............................................................................................. 96
Output Settings: Printing & CSV ........................................................................................ 97
AccuMark® Professional Edition What’s New Pattern Design 13.0.0 ....................................... 100
Enhancements since 12.2 ....................................................................................................... 100
Image Enhancements.............................................................................................................. 100

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Image Tab ....................................................................................................................... 100
Introduction to Colorways ............................................................................................... 100
Creating Colorways ......................................................................................................... 101
Viewing Colorways .......................................................................................................... 103
Deleting Colorways ......................................................................................................... 103
Modifying Colorways ...................................................................................................... 104
Image Panel .................................................................................................................... 106
Label Updated for Colorways .......................................................................................... 107
Grade Enhancements.............................................................................................................. 107
Delete Grade Point Function ........................................................................................... 107
Ease of Use Enhancements ..................................................................................................... 108
Extend Line ...................................................................................................................... 108
Realign Grain Option in Flip/Rotate Piece ...................................................................... 109
Select Multi Sizes in Create Graded Nest ........................................................................ 109
Clip By Piece .................................................................................................................... 110
Hotkey for Place All Positioned ....................................................................................... 111
Bookmark Enhancements ....................................................................................................... 112
Selecting Pieces for Viewing Point Numbers ................................................................... 112
Work Area Colors Update ............................................................................................... 113

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What’s New for AccuMark October 2020
v13.2.0
Enhancements since 13.0

Many new improvements have been added to the October 2020 release of the AccuMark
Family software.
New Licensing Option Available in AccuMark 13.2
The AccuMark 13.2.0 release includes new options to authenticate your AccuMark product
licenses. Users will be able to log in via email, USB key or a network license.
First time installations of this new version of AccuMark software will be presented with a new
dialog window allowing you to choose a method to log in and validate your Gerber License.

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Log In with USB Key
Most users will select the USB option, which means that an AccuMark key is attached to the
computer. Before selecting this option, make sure the AccuMark USB key is plugged into your
computer and the key’s light is on.
1. Select the Log in with USB key button. This option will not appear again unless you log
out of your licensed AccuMark application.
NOTE: Hovering over an option will display a tooltip as shown below.

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2. The software product opens once the USB key has been validated. Additional license
details are available through the license profile such as your key number for standalone
USB keys. Click the license number, within the upper right-hand corner, to view further
details.
3. A pop-up window opens and contains your License Key number, the Product Name it is
licensed for, and the License Expiration date. Users also have access to the Admin
Control Center (ACC) (http://localhost:1947) from within the dialog. The ACC will show
details about the license and its content.
Log Out of the License

Users may log out of the license but are not required to do so when you have finished using the
application. The application can be normally closed by pressing the X button on the top right
corner. Once an AccuMark application is reopened, you are automatically logged in to your
license. Restarting your computer will not log you out of the license.
Follow the steps below to log out of the license.
1. Select the license profile number in the top right corner.

2. Press the Log Out button.

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3. A confirmation window opens. Select Yes to continue logging out of licensing, select No
if you wish to continue using the license for your AccuMark products.

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Network License
1. Users who have a network license will select the Log in with Network License option as
shown below.
2. The word NETWORK will appear in place of the key number when using a network
license for authentication.

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Troubleshooting
Some users may receive this error message when attempting to run an AccuMark application
because they do not have a valid USB key, also known as a dongle, with a valid AccuMark 13.2
product license.
If you receive this error message or another, please contact your local support team for
assistance.

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Improvements to AccuMark Explorer
Help Tab
A new Help tab has been added to the AccuMark Explorer ribbon to provide consistent and
accessible help resources. Several of the features direct the user to additional online
community forums and training resources. An internet connection is required to connect to
sites such as the Gerber Community and Gerber University.
Within the Help tab, users can access the following information:
• Online Help – provides additional information on how to use the functions in the
software along with video tutorials
• What’s New – document provides an overview of the new features added in the
installed software version
• Release Notes – document identifies the system requirements
• Gerber Community – connect to gerbertechnology.vanillacommunity.com to access the
latest news and events at Gerber and to connect with our support community
• Gerber University – connect to gerberu.com to review the latest training sessions
available including both self-paced and instructor led offerings
• Problem & Enhancement Report – report new feature request and defects directly from
the AccuMark applications
• Support – connect to the gerbersoftware.com site to verify the local support contact
information
• Documents – access to additional AccuMark support/training documentation
• About AccuMark Explorer – display the program version information
• Version Information – verify version information about files related to the AccuMark
software

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New Fields in AccuMark Explorer File/Options
In addition to physical dress forms, Alvanon provides corresponding digital avatars for use with
3D. Alvanon provides a web platform where the digital avatars can be downloaded and then
used with AccuMark 3D, https://abp.alvanon.com/about
Details for setting up Alvanon Avatars can be found in the What’s New document for AccuMark
3D. Fields to create the license request have been added to AccuMark Explorer in the Options
dialog box on the User Settings Tab – Alvanon Permission File and User License ID.

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Improvements to the Model Editor
Sorting Options
In the Model Editor, users now have an option to Sort A-Z or Z-A by the Piece Name, Category,
Description, and Fabric fields. The piece sort order is a useful tool to confirm information, such
as all pieces intended to be selected have indeed been added to the model.
The sort order is a useful display tool, and the sorting is not saved with the model. The Model is
saved with the originally created order.
When the sort order is performed, a column header appears, for example this sort has been
arranged Z-A. Selecting “Original Order” will reset the sorting order to the original stored state.
New Features in Batch Processing

Batch Processing is a powerful tool that allows users to automate many of the daily tasks that
are part of the production workflow. Easily speed time to production by using Batch to process
marker orders, nest the ordered markers, create and export plot, cut, and even digital print files
seamlessly, without user intervention.
In version 13.2.0 Batch has been made even more robust with the addition of more new
features to streamline work, reduce human error, and speed time to market. These changes
include a new flexibility of defining a different Storage Area when submitting jobs, the ability to
define the report configuration for automatically generated reports, and even functionality to
attach markers directly in Batch Processing.
Storage Area
Each Batch Parameter Table has a Storage Area included, but flexibility has been added in
version 13.2.0 to allow users to define a different Storage Area when submitting jobs. The
Storage Area selection can be made when Adding a Job and Importing CSV files, but if the
Storage Area was defined when submitting from a source such as AccuPlan, that information
from the original submission is maintained to allow the order/marker to be processed correctly.
In Batch Processing, when using the function “Add Job”, the Storage Area field is editable, with
the default as the storage area defined in the active P-Batch Parameter. Users may select
another Storage Area, then browse to submit an order or marker from the newly selected
AccuMark Storage Area. After the selection has been made for an order or marker, the SA field
is then Read Only to allow the user to see the information, but ensure the selected
order/marker processes correctly.

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When importing a CSV file into Batch, in the Job Settings tab, the Batch Table name displays,
and the Storage Area field is editable, allowing users to select a different Storage Area location,
so the CSV file to be imported into the selected Storage Area.
However, if the CSV file defines the Storage Area with the value “#StorageArea:” inside the file,
then CSV file is imported to that defined storage area.
In AccuMark Explorer,
when sending orders or
markers to Batch, the
storage area displays the
current Storage Area and
is read only. Users can
browse to select a
different Batch Table to
perform the desired
tasks, but the Storage
Area was set based on
the location of the
order/marker data.

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Marker Reports from Batch
AccuMark reports have been improved in prior software releases to allow much more user
customization for each report, and for different report configurations to be saved. Different
configured displays may be saved, allowing complete control over how much information is
displayed and how the information is grouped in reports.
As in past versions, users customize and save any configured report from the
Reports menu in the AccuMark Explorer.
For version 13.2.0, Batch Processing users can not only automatically generate reports as in
prior releases, but now also select a custom configuration for the “New” report being created.
For each Batch Parameter Table, simply select a unique custom configuration for the report
being generated. Use the lookup in the New Report Configuration field to browse to the
location where the custom report configurations are stored. These are the configurations that
were saved in the AccuMark Explorer Reports Options on the Reports tab.
As the reports
are
automatically
created, they
will utilize the
selected
configuration
and print to the
defined
location, a
printer or file
as set in the
printer field.

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Attaching Markers
The ability to attach two or more markers together when submitting to Batch Processing allows
users to perform a task previously only available during the manual marking process. The ability
to attach markers is triggered in the Batch Parameter Table options.
When using a Batch Parameter Table with this setting active, users are prompted when
submitting markers to Batch for processing to select the sequence in which to attach, and
provide a new name for the attached marker.
The markers are selected in the “Open” dialog box, then appears in the “Add Job” box, in the
sequence selected.

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Sending Markers to the AccuNest Queue
When groups of markers are sent from Batch Processing to AccuNest to be nested and/or
packed, the markers will now move from the Batch Processing Queue as each order/marker is
processed, rather than once the AccuNest queue has processed prior jobs.
This improvement is designed to increase the throughput of Batch when utilizing AccuNest. No
user interface changes have been made; this behavior occurs automatically. The AccuNest
Queue will accept all markers as Batch processes them, rather than waiting to receive marker
data once the prior submitted Batch marker has been placed and stored by the AccuNest
nesting engine.
Generate Cut Tickets with CSV Import

As part of the import of CSV files, in addition to creating the plot and cut file, cut tickets can
now be generated. This new functionality is part of the import process to ensure that Batch is
not interrupted for user intervention, and relies on the cut ticket information be included in the
CSV file. The Import dialog box is opened from the File Menu.

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The setting for creating Cut Tickets is found on the Job Settings Tab of the Import dialog box.
Within the CSV file, each data type is defined by a letter or number, followed by a colon “:”,
then the value for that data.
To create a cut ticket, define the color for the fabric with the letter “C” Note that this is the
upper case (capital) letter “C.” To set the ply count, use the upper case (capital) letter “P” The
additional optional field, Material Configuration, can be added by using the upper case letter
“M” to identify that value.
For example, in a CSV file, to create a cut ticket for a spread of 100 ply of blue fabric, with a
Material Configuration of A001, the file would have these entries:
The # sign in the file indicates the value that follows is just a comment, to help users reviewing
the CSV files identify the information.
Creating and using CSV files are a valuable part of the automation process. If you are not
currently using CSV import, more details on creating and using CSV files can be found in the
AccuMark documentation folder, accessible from the AccuMark Explorer ribbon.

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ASTM DXF Conversions with CSV Import
As part of the import of CSV files, ASTM DXF files can now be converted prior to marking and
production processes. This saves time by automating the data conversion process through
batch!
To Add the Conversion Option to a Batch Parameter Table:

1. From the AccuMark Explorer Process tab, select Batch Processing in the Order and
Marking panel.
2. From the File menu, select New or Open. The Batch Parameter Table dialog box will
display.
3. Make any necessary changes to the Settings.
4. Within the Batch Options section, select Convert ASTM dxf file.
• Once this batch option is chosen, the ASTM DXF Import Options are available to
review and make adjustments to import options.
5. When finished, select Save As from the File menu. Enter a name for the Batch
Parameter table and select Save. The table will be saved with a .bpm extension.
Once the Batch Parameter Table options saved, the user can begin the CSV file import process.
A Batch Watch directory needs to be identified. The default watch directory resides in the
following location: C:\ProgramData\Gerber Technology\Batch Watch Dir. Within this watch
directory a sub folder is automatically created and named ASTM Import. It is within this
directory all the ASTM DXF should be placed.

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To Convert ASTM DXF Files with CSV Batch Import:
1. Add ASTM DXF files in the ASTM Import subfolder within the defined Batch Watch
directory.
2. Add the CSV order files to the Batch Watch Directory. Import is located in the File menu
of Batch Processing.
3. The ASTM DXF file name must match the model name listed in the CSV order file.
4. DXF files will be converted that are located in the ASTM DXF file. Once the files are
converted, the remaining production processes defined in the Batch Parameter will be
completed like nesting and plot or print options.
5. Once the ASTM DXF files are converted, the file will be deleted from the Batch Watch
Directory subfolder.
Note: If the model already exists in the referenced storage area, the ASTM DXF will not be
converted and Batch will utilize the existing AccuMark model.
ASTM Import Subfolder Import CSV Files
Batch Processing Queue

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Image Library Updates
Image Library – New Configuration Option
The AccuMark Image Library allows for direct image storage and access in AccuMark Explorer
which was introduced in v13.0. The image library must be configured to either a local or
network drive when first setup and a new right mouse button context menu has been added to
simplify the process.
To Configure the AccuMark Image Library:

1. Open AccuMark Explorer and select the Image Library (?) on the left-hand side of the
screen. Right mouse button to select Device settings for the Image Library.
2. The AccuMark Utilities dialog will display and the

user will have the option define the device to
store the image library. If a network drive(s) is
available, they will be listed in addition to the local
C drive.
3. Once the Image Library is configured, the display

will update in AccuMark to the selected drive.

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Image Library Link to External Directories
The Image Library was introduced in the February 2020 release, allowing users to store images
directly within AccuMark Explorer. The main benefit with the library is that it allows images to
be linked to models/pieces instead of being directly embedded. The overall result is smaller file
sizes that are easier to maintain and update.
The newest enhancement in the current release, allows users to create a link to images from a
directory outside of AccuMark Explorer. The major benefit with this additional allows
companies to manage only 1 directory for all image assets. For example, the graphic
department can create images and store in specified directory and AccuMark users can access
images from the same path. This eliminates the need to maintain separate directories and
provide access and maintain the original artwork files.
To Create A New Image Library Linked Folder:

1. Open AccuMark Explorer and navigate to the
configured local or network Image Library.
2. RMB on the Image Library and select New
Image Library Linked Folder.
3. A Linked Folder dialog will appear, enter a
display Name for the linked folder and use the
lookup to select the folder Path.
4. When finished, select OK.

5. The linked folder will then appear in the Image Library in AccuMark Explorer as a blue
folder. Images from the linked folder can then be directly added to AccuMark pieces.
Note: Images from linked folders cannot be deleted from AccuMark Explorer.

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Improvements for Digital Printing
Colorway Support in Easy Order
With the addition of Colorway selection in Easy Order, it became integral to allow multiple
entries for the same sizes. For example, an order may require a size medium in one colorway
and another size medium in a different colorway. These two requests must be listed in separate
rows to connect the appropriate colorway.
Now the user can select a row and RMB to copy, paste, insert, or delete size rows within Step 2.
Multiple same size entries can be added to any order.
To View the Colorway Column in Easy Order:

1. From the Easy Order Settings tab, select
Display Settings.
2. In the Model Information section, check the
Colorway option.
Note: Adjusting the Display Settings, updates the

display for all Easy Orders.

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Colorway and Replace Image in Both Order Editors
Prior to the October 2020 AccuMark release, Image Replacement XML files could only be
processed through Easy Order, and Colorway Images could only be processed Order Editor.
Now in version 13.2 both image options for Colorways and Image Replacement can be
processed together and within both order editors. This allows convenience to utilize the order
editor of user preference and consistency within the software.
Combining these image processes allows for even more customization within product offerings!
An example includes supporting team jersey name replacements in multiple colorways to
accommodate for home and away games or special events. So, one AccuMark model can
generate infinite images combinations while maintaining correct grade and scale! Pattern
Design has also been updated to include the option to colorway information within the image
replacement XML file. Refer to the Pattern Design section for more information.
To Order Image Replacement and Colorway in Easy Order:

1. In AccuMark Explorer, select the storage area where the Order will be stored. Select the
Model needed to create the marker. With the model selected, right click and select
Open With – Easy Order.
2. Enter the Marker Prefix. The full marker name will be created with the marker prefix +
the fabric type.
3. Proceed to the Step 2A tab, Models/Advanced.
• If the Batch Image field is unavailable, change the Display Settings located in the
Settings tab.
• Within the Model Information section of the Display Columns dialog box, select
Batch Image and Colorway.
4. With Batch Image displayed in Step 2A, use the lookup to select the appropriate XML
file.
Step 2A Define Display Settings Add Batch Image XML

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5. Select the Step 2 –
Model/Sizes tab and
see that the Size,
Quantity, Image, and
Colorway columns are
completed based on the
information stored with
the XML file.
6. In Step 4 - Fabrics, enter
the Fabric Types, Width,
and other parameters
such as Lay Limits or
Block Buffer.
7. From the Home tab,
select a Process option
to create the marker.
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To Order Image Replacement and Colorway in Order Editor:
1. In AccuMark Explorer, select the storage area where the Order will be stored. From the
File menu, select New and then Order.
2. The first page of the order will display. Type in the Marker Name, and enter the
required parameters like Annotation and Lay Limits as well as the Fabric Width.
3. Click on the Model 1 tab at the bottom of the Order Editor.
4. Click in the field for the Model Name. Use the lookup button to view a list of available
models. Select the appropriate model that was referenced within the Image
Replacement XML file and click Open.
5. Select the Lookup for Batch Image and locate the directory where the Batch Image XML
file is located. Select the appropriate XML file and click Open to fill the field.
6. The Size, Quantity, Image, and Colorway columns will automatically be populated.
7. To Process the order, click the green arrow in the toolbar at the top of the screen. The
system will prompt to save the order. Click Yes to save and process the order.
Note: The Colorway column automatically displays for all orders within the Order Editor. If no
images are required for a given order, leave the Colorway column blank.

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Add New Size Supports Colorway Selection in Easy Marking
Add New Size contains additional entries to support colorway selection in the latest release of
AccuMark. This allows the user to directly add new colorway sizes in Easy Marking as needed.
Previously, this request required the order to edited and the marker to be regenerated.
To Add a New Size with Colorway:

1. Open a marker that contains a model with colorways.
2. From the Piece tab, select Add New Size in the Add/Delete panel.
3. In the Add Size dialog select from the following options:
• Choose Model – select from the available models in the marker
• Enter Colorway – once the model is selected, choose from the available
colorways
• Enter Size – select the desired size(s)
4. Once the colorway and size options have been selected, choose Add to confirm the
request in the marker.
5. Select from the following to edit or complete the function:
• OK – processes the Add Size selection
• Remove – removes the selected Add Size highlighted in the Qty, Model, Size,
Colorway Selection
• Cancel – closes the Add Size dialog without processing
Initial Display Selection and Add Colorway Display

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PLM Integrations
AccuMark Model and Piece Comments to PLM Style-Model
Now AccuMark model and piece comments are pushed to corresponding comments fields in
PLM. These fields are captured into the RDBMS and passed to PLM.
Note: The RDBMS can be used without PLM.
(RDMBS = Relational Database Management System, or CAD Relational Database, which is

defined in the SQL support dialog box, accessed from the AccuMark Explorer File/Options)

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Improvements for Easy Marking
A new Introductory screen will display when launching Easy Marking that provides users access
to many useful resources.
Introductory Help Screen
Getting Started – Video that provides a tour of the application and tips to customize the screen
to best fit your preferences, including menu placement and colors.
Tutorials – Access resources to expand your knowledge for performing common marking tasks.
User Guide – Browse step by step help information on various marking topics.
Troubleshooting and Help contains links to access the information to contact customer support,
browse the training offerings on the Gerber University website, connect with other Gerber
users on the Community platform, view upcoming events of interest, and read all the recent
news from Gerber Technology.
A checkbox appears on this screen to disable the display every time Easy Marking is opened.
The Help screen can be opened later from the new Help Tab.

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Help Tab
To provide easier access to information resources available to users in Easy Marking, a new
Help Tab has been added.
The Getting Started panel will allow users to display the Introductory Help Screen, especially
useful if the “Show on Launch” has been disabled.
The Help panel provides access to the Online Help File, while the What’s New panel contains
release specific updated information. Support resources are grouped together on the Resources
panel, while the Version Info panel will provide full release number, useful for support
personnel who may be assisting with any questions related to the software.
• Introduction – launches the introductory help dialog with information and videos to
review the user interface, tutorials, and user help material
information
• About– display the program version information

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Send to AccuNest
A new option in the File Menu has been added to Send an open Marker to AccuNest. This
allows users to place pieces and store in Easy Marking, then Send to AccuNest so that the
automated nesting program can complete the marker placement. This new option is ONLY valid
for systems that have access to the AccuNest nesting program, via Queue Submit or a complete
AccuNest installation on the computer.
When sending the Active Marker to AccuNest, the Marker tab displaying the marker will close
to ensure AccuNest is provided the complete marker data for nesting. Users have complete
control to change the AccuNest settings for the marker to nest, as the Job Settings will display
for the marker, allowing time to be set, and choices for nesting to be made.
To maintain the piece placement done in Easy Marking prior to the Send to AccuNest action, be
sure to select “Finish Marker.”
To allow AccuNest to restart, two options are available: Unplace All Pieces, which unplaces the
pieces in the marker but maintains their dynamic state or Return All Pieces to the Menu.
For example, if pieces have been split, dynamically altered, or married, those edits are
maintained when using Unplace All Pieces. If Return All Pieces to the Menu is chosen, those
dynamic modifications are removed, and the Marker is returned to its original ordered state.

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If you do not currently have AccuNest as part of your AccuMark Family software, contact your
local Gerber sales representative to arrange a demonstration of this powerful automated
nesting tool.
AccuNest software consistently demonstrates a substantial savings in time and fabric.

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Internal Label Display
AccuMark Professional Edition Easy Marking allows users to turn on the display of internal
labels. In this version, an option has been added to “Select All” and to “Unselect All” to quickly
turn on or off the display of all internals. Users may also wish to Select All, then once the
Checkboxes are all filled, de select individual internals to hide. The new options provide an easy
way to quickly choose which internal labels to view while placing pieces in the Marker.
Hide/Show Annotation
A selection to toggle the ability to Hide/Show the annotation added in Easy Marking. In prior
versions, users could define this annotation, but the display remained visible. Now users may
choose to view or to hide this text.
The feature is accessed from the ribbon’s Marker Tab, on the Annotation panel. Note that the
Create Icon has been resized, and the panel contains icons to allow the Annotation to be
Edited, Deleted and now Hidden or Shown.

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Print Options
New items have been added to the Print Options selection for Easy Marking, allowing users to
print Yield Information. The information for Yield per Bundle and Yield per Dozen can now be
included when printing from Easy Marking.

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Background Image for Fabric
Once a Fabric Background Image has been applied, the new field BG in the Marker Info bar will
fill in with the name of the file, plus the file type extension. In this example, Floral_Cotton.jpg
has been applied as the Fabric Background for the Marker.
The field will display the image name only, but when hovering over the field, the full path will
be displayed:
This allows users to confirm which file that has been applied to the Marker.

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Expanded Range for Variable Tilt
Variable Tilt allows users to easily re position a piece by adjusting the placement, clockwise or
counter clockwise. The limitation of the allowed tilt has been expanded to allow a full 360-
degree tilt of pieces, an increase from the prior restriction of 45 degrees. The Lay limits table
guides the tilt amount allowed without using an override.

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New Features for Marker Plotting
Plotting Splices
A new checkbox has been added to the Marker Plot Parameter table, that allows users to
include splices created in Easy Marking in addition to the splices created at plot time. In
previous versions, if splices were created in Easy Marking, then also generated via the Marker
Plot Parameter Table, only those created at plot time were plotted in the Marker. Now splices
from both are allowed to plot.
Splices in Easy Marking are created based on values entered in the Settings dialog, then
generated from the Splice panel on the Fabric tab.

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Marker Plot as a PDF file
A new format has been added for the output file, PDF. When a plot file is created, the resulting
HPGL data is converted to the PDF format. The PDF file will contain all the information defined
such as the Piece/Marker Annotation information, notch symbols, and internal labels as set in
the Annotation Editor used to create the plot file.
Plot Arrowhead on Grainline

In the Marker Plot Parameter Table, a new checkbox has been added to allow an arrowhead to
be easily plot on the Grainline in markers.

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What’s New for Pattern Design October 2020
v13.2.0
Help
Introductory Help
A Learn & Support resource is now available upon the launch of Pattern Design. Within the
dialog there are multiple resources to guide the user through the Pattern Design program
layout and general workflows to video tutorials and a user’s guide. Additional links have been
included to provide resources for support and common questions.
The Learn & Support dialog will automatically launch once Pattern Design is opened. To disable
the auto launch, deselect the option Show on Launch in the upper right-hand corner. It is
possible to retrieve the Introductory Help at any time through the new Help tab in Pattern
Design.
The icons in the Troubleshooting &

Help section require internet
access. Featured links include:
• Local Gerber Support
Contact Info
• Gerber University
• Gerber Community
• Gerber Events
• Gerber News
The What’s New link directs users to the gerbersoftware.com website with video content to see
the new features in action!

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Help Tab
A new Help tab has been added to the Pattern Design ribbon to provide consistent and
accessible help resources. Several of the features direct the user to additional online
community forums and training resources. An internet connection is required to connect to
sites such as the Gerber Community and Gerber University.
• Introduction – launches the introductory help dialog with information and videos to
review the user interface, tutorials, and detailed training guide
information
• About Pattern Design – display the program version information

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Context Sensitive Help
The User Input panel contains a new context sensitive help icon. When a Pattern Design
function is active, the user can select the Help icon to quickly find information on the feature
and available options!
When the User Input panel is inactive, the Help icon will open to the Online Help intro page.

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Data Conversions
Updated File Import Selections
In previous versions of Pattern Design, many import options were located under the File/Open
function. To help streamline the import process, all the import file types have been relocated
File/Import. This includes AccuMark zip files, measure charts, and data conversions types. The
same options are available to filter selection by filename, to open imported files into a new
work area, and to adjust import options for data conversions.
To Import a File to Pattern Design:

1. From the File menu, choose Import.
2. In the Files of Type field, click on the down arrow to select the data type to open.
3. In the Look in field, click on the down arrow to select the device and directory where
the files are stored.
4. Select the item(s) listed in the window. Multiple files can be selected using the Shift or
Ctrl keys.
5. Click the Open button to import.
• For data conversion file types, select the Options button to review and/or
change import settings.
Note: Import plot file was previously located under File/Import. This functionality can now be
found in the File menu under Import PLT.

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Within File/Open, only AccuMark data types reside allowing users to quickly navigate through
only AccuMark storage areas on local, network, or SQL drives to locate AccuMark models or
pieces.

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Ease of Use Enhancements
Highlight View for Points of Measure
A Highlight viewing option has been added to the Work Area panel in the View tab to help
reduce the visual noise in the work area for models with many saved points of measure.
Points of measure are user defined measurements that can be taken across multiple pieces and
tied to a measurement chart. These measurements update as pattern changes occur. This is a
valuable time-saving process and many users take advantage of this functionality. In some
cases, so many points of measure are stored within the model, it became challenging to view
the pieces in the work area.
The new Highlight feature reduces the display for points of measure to only user selected
measurements.
To Highlight Points of Measure:

1. Open a model with stored Points of Measure.
2. From the View tab, select the Point of Measure dropdown and then Highlight in the
Work Area panel.
• If points of measure were previously displayed, then they will all be removed
from the work area.
3. Move the cursor over the point of measure to display. Continue to move the cursor to
display another POM.
4. When finished with the display selection, deselect Highlight in the Work Area panel.
5. Utilize the On/Off options in the Point of Measure dropdown to adjust the viewing
display as needed.
• Use the On option to view all the Points of Measure.
• Use the Off option to hide all the Points of Measure.
Point of Measure On View Point of Measure Off Point of Measure Highlight

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Pleat Object View
Pleat objects have been added to the view menu! Once a pleat object has been added, it can be
displayed in a user defined color through Pattern Design preferences.
To View a Pleat Object:

1. From the View tab, select Pleat in the Object panel.
2. All pleat objects within the work area will be highlighted in user defined color.
3. Deselect Pleat to hide the pleat object display.
Note: The default preference is set to view pleat objects.
To Change the Pleat Display Color:

1. From the Edit tab, select the
Customize dropdown and then
Preferences in the Workspace
Panel.
2. Select the Color tab in the
Preferences dialog.
3. In the Miscellaneous Colors
section, select Pleats.
4. In the Color Selection, select a
predefined color or enter an RGB
value.
6. Select from the following options:
• OK – saves the changes to
the Preferences for this
work session only and
closes the dialog box.
• Cancel – closes the Preferences dialog box without saving any changes.
• Save – makes the changes to the Preferences permanent.
• Apply – redisplays the screen with the new settings.
• Reset to Default – changes the settings back to the default settings.

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Calculator Supports Select Region
The Calculator, located in the View tab, now supports the Select Region option when measuring
piece perimeters. Regions must be defined within the piece by internal lines to utilize this
option.
Support for 4K Monitors

Improvements have been made for the program display when utilizing 4K monitors. Many
items in the workspace, including toolbars and icons, are now scalable with Windows DPI
changes allowing for a better viewing display in Pattern Design.

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Grade Enhancements
Change Sign in Edit Delta
Edit Delta now offers a right mouse button option to quickly change the sign (+/-) for a selected
X or Y value. This is helpful if the values were initially entered with the incorrect sign.
To Change the Sign in Edit Delta:

1. From the Grade tab, select Edit Delta
in the Create/Edit panel.
2. Select the grade point to edit.
3. In the Edit Grade Point dialog, select
the delta column to change, either
Delta X or Delta Y.
4. Right Mouse Button (RMB) and select
Change Sign.
Updates for Add Grade Point

Add Grade Point now displays an arrow when in value mode to indicate the Beginning or End of
a selected location. This helps the user to quickly identify the direction and value to enter when
adding a grade point to a piece.
Updates for Flip Grade Rule

Marquee selection is now supported with the Flip Grade Rule features (both Flip Grade X and
Flip Grade Y) allowing graders to adjust multiple rules quickly and efficiently.
Before Flip Marquee Selection After Flip

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Match 2 Lines
A new function has been added to the View panel in the Grade tab to allow nested piece grade
to be matched at a user defined location. Prior to the October 2020 AccuMark release, the
process to check grade across seams was a very time-consuming process where each size was
viewed and checked separately.
Now graders can utilize Match 2 Lines to quickly match the graded nest across all sizes at the
same time to ensure proper grade.
To Match 2 Graded Lines:

1. From the Grade tab, select Match 2 Lines in the View panel.
2. Select the match point on the
target piece (A in the
example). The target piece will
not move during the function.
3. Select the match line on the
target piece (B in the
example).
4. Select the math point on the
set piece (C in the example).
The set piece will move and
rotate during the function.
5. Select the set point on the set piece (D in the example).
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Proportional Grade & Piece Rotation
Often pieces are rotated in the work area, and the position is saved. Now proportional grade
can be applied successfully to pieces in a rotated state without having to realign the piece or
grainline. This saves time and steps to keep the current piece position while applying the grade.
No setting is required. Simply place pieces in the work area as desired and utilize the
proportional grade feature.
Updates for Grade Measure Area

The Area function now supports Size Difference Between Totals allowing the user to easily
compare the graded area measurement between pieces.
To Measure the Graded Area and Compare Results:

1. From the Grade tab, select Area in the Measure panel.
2. Select the first piece or group of pieces to measure. Use
the Ctrl key to select multiple pieces. The first chart
displays. The selected pieces will be measured
separately and added together in the chart.
3. Select the second piece, of group of pieces to measure.
Use the Ctrl key to select multiple pieces. The second
chart displays. The selected lines will be measured
separately and added together in the chart. This group
of lines will also be compared to the first selected
group.

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Image Enhancements
Copy Image
In previous versions of AccuMark, images could be copied using the Copy Line function. Now in
version 13.2, there is a new Copy Image feature available directly in the Images tab which
duplicates trim, label, and edge finishes.
To Copy an Image:
1. From the Images tab, select Copy in the Create
panel.
2. Select from the following User Input options:
• Trim/Label – image types tied to a 3-point
image reference line.
• Edge – image type tied to an internal or
perimeter line.
• All Colorways – select to add the copied
image(s) to all colorways
3. Select the image(s) to copy. Left click to place the
duplicate image.
Note: There is a RMB button option to Select All images to copy. This will select all the image
types that are displayed in the Pattern Design work area. Also, the Copy Image feature is
not available for fabric image types.
Resize Image
A new feature has been added to the Image tab to adjust the image size with a free hand
method. In previous versions, the image size or scale was adjusted using numeric values within
Edit Image Properties. Now in addition to the precision editing, the Resize function allows the
user to visually adjust the image size to determine the correct scale within the piece.
To Resize an Image:
1. From the Images tab, select Resize in the Modify
panel.
2. Select from the following User Input options:
• Fabric/Trim – image types tied to a 3-point
image reference line.
• Edge – image type tied to an internal or
perimeter line.
• All Colorways – select to add the copied
image(s) to all colorways
3. Select the image(s) to resize. Left click to complete
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Before Resize Resize Visual Adjustment After Resize
Note: There is a RMB button option to Select All images to resize. This will select all the
image types that are displayed in the Pattern Design work area. Also, the Resize Image
feature is not available for label image types.
Simplified Image Selection

When selecting an image to place or edit from the Image Library, the selection process within
Pattern Design has been updated to reduce the number of clicks and mouse movement
required.
To select an image, simply double click the desired image within the Image Selector. The Image
Selector will close and the user will be able to continue with editing or additional image
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Label Extensions
A new option has been added to the Label Image Properties to extend the piece geometry for
the label area only. In many cases, the desired label is larger than the defined seam allowance
for a piece. By adding the label extension, only the area for the label is extended saving
material utilization while also maintaining the correct digital print parameters. This label
extension is stored within the piece and recognized as the piece perimeter within Marker
Making.
As modifications are made to the label such as move, rotate, or delete, the extended piece
geometry will automatically update. The label extension is available for all label types including
text, barcode, and QR code.
To Add a Label Extension:

1. From the Images tab, select Place in the Create panel.
2. Select Label from the Image Type in the User Input Options.
3. Define the desired Label Type and Label Info.
4. Check the option Extend Piece Geometry. Select Apply to preview the label with
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General notes regarding image labels:
• When labels are applied to mirrored pieces, the label will not be copied to the mirrored
side in Pattern Design, Easy Marking, or the final print file.
Image Extensions are currently not supported with the following:

• Notches
• Trace piece
• Piece plot
Bundle ID Option for Piece Labels

To help identify bundles within digital print files, the new
option Bundle ID has been added to the Label Image
Properties.
When the Bundle ID option is selected, a general BD code

will display on the piece label in Pattern Design. Once an
order is processed, the bundle ID will be assigned based on
the preferences in the P-Marker Plot parameter table.
Within Easy Marking the defined numeric or alphanumeric
bundle codes will be displayed on the pieces and listed in
the digital print file.
To Include a Bundle ID:

1. From the Images tab, select Place in the Create
panel.
2. Select Label from the Image Type in the User Input
Options.
3. Define the desired Label Type and Label Info.
a. Check the option Bundle ID. Select Apply to
preview the label.

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Enhanced Move Display for Trim Images
Trim images now retain the clipped view at the piece perimeter while using the Move Image
function located in the Images tab. No setting change is required.
Previously when moving a trim image in Pattern Design, the image would become unclipped
showing the full image boundary. For some large-scale, engineering images, moving an image
with the extended image view made it challenging to adjust the location especially in situations
like trying to match across seam lines.
With the clipped move enhancement, image placement/matching is improved with this release.
13.0 and previous Move Trim view 13.2 Move Trim view
(Unclipped) (Clipped)
Updated PDF Library

The Pattern Design PDF library used when creating Save As 1:1 pdf file has been updated to
match the same library utilized in Easy Marking. This creates a consistency in the print file
output.
This a proprietary Gerber library that has multiple advantages including:

• Reduced file size
• Preserved color space (RGB/CMYK) and color profile
• Maintained images in their original format

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Image Symbol Display
An image symbol display has been added to help identify image types on the image anchor
point when images are turned off or a new colorway is created.
Fabric, trim, and label images are all tied to an anchor point that is represented by a 3pt line. It
can be helpful, especially when grading, to turn off the image view to easily view the anchor
point. With the images turned off, the image symbol will identify the image types when only
viewing the anchor points.
• F = Fabric Image Type

• T = Trim Image Type
• E = Edge Finish Image Type
• L = Label Image Type
Image View On/Clip Image View Off
It is also possible to hide the symbols if they are not needed. By default, image symbol display
will be enabled. The View Symbol function will toggle the symbol display from on/off.
To Hide Image Symbols:

1. From the Images tab, select the Image dropdown and then Symbol in the View panel.
2. This will hide the image symbol display.

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Colorway Enhancements
Replace Image Supports Colorways
Replace Image has added support for colorways increasing the customization options AccuMark
offers. Now team sports production can automate the placement of player name and number
graphics in multiple colorways.
To Add Colorway to Image Replacement XML File:

1. From the Images tab, select Replace Image in the Edit panel.
2. In the Image Replacement Editor, enter the order information for each individual
including the Colorway name.
3. When the size, piece, colorway, image and replacement image have been selected,
choose Add Data.
4. Continue these steps for all replacements.
5. When finished, select Save Data.
Note: The Preview in the Image

Replacement Editor only displays
the image replacement. The
colorway display will remain the
selected active colorway.

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Rename Colorway
A new function has been added to quickly rename colorways. Located in the Images tab, users
can now select Rename Colorway to change the name of any active colorway.
To Rename a Colorway:
1. From the Images tab, select the colorway to rename in the Active Colorway dropdown
list.
2. From the Images tab, select Rename Colorway in the Colorway panel.
3. Enter the New Name and press OK.
4. The updated name will now display in the active colorway list.
Warning for Duplicate Colorway Name

When creating a new colorway, a warning message now appears if the entered colorway name
already exists in the model. After selecting OK to the warning, the user will then be able to
directly adjust the colorway name to a unique version.
This new check avoids incorrect ordering by ensuring all colorway names are unique within a
model.
Save Model Maintains Active Colorway

When saving a model, the active colorway is now stored within the model data. The user can
define the active colorway from the Images tab. Once the active colorway is set and the model
is saved, the selected colorway will automatically be available when the model is opened.

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Wizard Enhancements
Measuring with Macros
Measuring functions located in the Verify tab are now active and available while recording
scripts. This enablement allows users to verify pattern dimensions with an active script thus
saving time and reducing steps! Previously to measure a piece, it would require the script to be
saved, the recording to be closed and then reopened after the measurement was completed.
Macros are tied to point numbers and line names. Due to this restriction, there are three
measure functions that are not available for use when recording. The measure functions
disabled include: Distance 2 Lines, Measure Straight and Measure Finished. All the remaining
functions are active and available for macros!
It is even possible to record the measuring functions within the macro! A new icon, Record
Measurement, has been added to the Toolbar in the Recording Script dialog.
To Record a Measurement:
1. From the Wizard tab, select Record in the Recording panel.
2. In the Recording New Script dialog, select the Record Measurement icon. While enabled
all measure functions will be added to the script.
3. To disable the measurement recording, deselect the Record Measurement icon. This will
allow for additional measurements to be created while the recording is active not
record the measurements. Useful for pattern verification.
• Undo/Redo within the Record Scripts dialog supports all measure functions.

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Preferences
Custom Hotkeys for Info Bar
Custom hotkeys can now be created for the snap and show functions located in the Information
Bar at the bottom of the Pattern Design work area. Enabling these functions with hotkeys
allows for quick access to commonly used tools to enhance selection and piece views.
To Create a Custom Hotkey:

1. From the Edit tab, select the Customize dropdown and then Custom Toolbars in the
Workspace panel.
2. From the Keyboard tab in the Customize dialog, select the Info Bar from the Category
dropdown.
3. In the Commands section, select the desired Snap or Show function. Then press a key or
key combination to create the custom hotkey.
4. The dialog will state if the select key(s) is currently unassigned. If available, select Assign
to save.
5. When finished, select Close.
Note: To identify when the snap and show functions are enabled, the function button will
appear in a different shade.

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What’s New for AccuMark February 2020
v13.0.0
Image Library
Image Library – Images as AccuMark Data Types
AccuMark Feb 2020 integrates a powerful Image Library to organize and maintain all images
used within the system. The Image Library displays crucial image info relating to the size and
color space of the files while also providing thumbnails to quickly view. It supports the same
image formats that were previously available in AccuMark including:
JPG
TIF
PNG
BMP
PDF
Located in AccuMark Explorer, the Image Library can be found in the navigation pane beneath
the AccuMark storage areas. There are 2 steps to setup with the new image workflow when
upgrading. We’ll cover this setup and additional functionality in the following pages.
Configure Image Library location (local or network)

Migrate images from models and/or fabric tables

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Defining the Image Library Location (Local or Network)
The image library can be stored locally on the C drive for an individual user, or it can be stored
on a network drive where multiple users can access the same images files. This configuration is
typically a one-time setup.
To Define the Location of the Image Library:

Open AccuMark Explorer
From the File menu, select Options
In the Configuration tab, select drive for the Image Library. Select from:
Local = C:
Network = shared mapped drives
The configuration will only display network drives that are currently available.
Selection example where no mapped drives Selection example where mapped drives are
are available available
Once configured a directory is created within userroot to store the Image Library
(C:\userroot\ImageLibrary). All maintenance of the Image Library such as creating new folders,
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It is possible to have image libraries configured locally and on a network drive, but only 1 image
library can be active at a given time. In this case, to change the active image library use the
same Configuration Options defined in the steps above. This setup would allow users to have a
shared image library and an individual image library that is unique to that user and cannot be
edited or changed by others.
Note: the image library currently cannot be stored within SQL.
Creating New Folders in the Image Library

Once the Image Library is configured, there are no folders created by default. The user can
categorize and create folders and subfolders as needed to organize all the images utilized in
AccuMark. Examples of folder organization could be by product line, season, or color stories.
To Create a Folder within the Image Library:

Open AccuMark Explorer and locate the Image Library.
Right mouse button (RMB) on the Image Library and select New Image Library Folder.
Enter a name for the folder. The folder name can be up to 20 characters and follows the same
naming conventions as AccuMark storage areas.
It is possible to create subfolders to further organize images. To create the subfolder, right click
on the desired parent folder and select New Image Library Folder. Subfolders deeper than 10
levels are not allowed.
Referenced vs Embedded Images

Prior to AccuMark Feb 2020, all placed images became embedded within the piece and model
data upon saving. This included all fabric, trim, and edge finish images used with digital prints
and 3D models and often resulted in large file sizes. In order to better support multiple images
and colorways, all placed images moving forward will be stored as a reference within piece and
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Library and linked to the assigned piece or model, but the images are NOT stored locally within
the file.
There are multiple advantages with this new referenced format including:
Smaller file size
Easily update image changes
All required files can be maintained directly in AccuMark
When working with images in AccuMark 13.0, there are 2 workflows to consider and
understand.
New Image Placement – new placed image files in version 13.0 will automatically be referenced
to the selected image stored within the AccuMark Image Library.
Working with Upgraded Image Piece and Model Files – images will remain embedded in all
piece and model data upon upgrading to version 13.0.
Migrate Images
For users upgrading to AccuMark Feb 2020, it will be necessary to migrate all the previously
embedded images to the AccuMark image library. In the migration process, the image remains
on the piece but the path moves from locally embedded to referenced path in the image
library.
When images are migrated, they will all initially be placed in the same folder. Users can then
move and reorganize the images into different folders if needed. This is typically a one-time
setup after upgrading.
There are 2 paths to migrate from:

Models/Pieces (utilized mainly with digit prints/image placements)
Fabric Tables (utilized mainly with 3D files)
To Migrate Images from Models/Pieces:

Create or select the folder in the image library to place the migrated images.
Right click (RMB) on the selected folder and choose Migrate Images > From Models/Pieces.
A Browse for Storage Area dialog will display allowing storage areas to be selected. The user
can select the local, network, or SQL database to migrate all the images at once or select
individual storage areas.
To select individual storage areas, expand the drive and use the Ctrl key to select the desired
storage areas.
Use Clear to remove current selection if needed.
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Once completed, a summary will appear with the results of the migration. The images will
appear in the folder and are ready to use.
To Migrate Images from Fabric Tables:

Create or select the folder in the image library to place the migrated images.
Right click (RMB) on the selected folder and choose Migrate Images > From Fabric Table.
An Open dialog will display allowing fabric tables to be selected. The default path for AccuMark
default fabric tables is C:\ProgramData\Gerber Technology\Silhouette 2000\Fabrics. However,
the fabric tables can be stored in any location.
To select fabric tables left click to select. Use the Ctrl or Shift key to select the desired fabric
tables.
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Once completed, a summary will appear with the results of the migration. The images will
appear in the folder and are ready to use.
The same embedded image may be used in multiple models. If this is the case, it is not
necessary to create multiple copies of the same image. As the migration processes, a dialog will
appear when duplicate images are identified.
Choose from the following options:

Yes – Adds numeric suffix to image to keep separate copies.
Yes to All – Adds numeric suffix to all the duplicate images found during migration. This is
typically not recommended.
No – only migrates 1 image for the found duplication.
No to All – only migrates single images when a duplication is found for all during the migration.
Cancel – cancels the image migration.
Identifying Referenced vs Embedded Images
There are visual cues throughout AccuMark to help identify how an image is stored within the
system. Within AccuMark Explorer, fabric images can be identified within the model editor.
To Identify the state of a Fabric Image:

Locate and select the desired model in AccuMark Explorer.
Right Mouse Button (RMB) on the model and select Open With – Model Editor.
In the Fabric section, located in the upper right corner of the model editor, the image name will
display in red if the fabric image remains embedded.

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NOTE: The RED Image Name is not an error. This is a visual cue to alert the user the images
have not been migrated. It is possible to continue using this model without migrating and the
images will remain embedded within the model. When new images or edits to existing images
are required, the user will then need to migrate the fabric table images to the Image Library. All
new images in 13.0.0 must be placed from the Image Library.
Adding Images to the Image Library
Images can be added at any point for use within AccuMark. There are 2 methods to add image
files to the AccuMark Image Library.
Lookup
Drag and Drop
To Add an Image using the Lookup Method:

Select the desired folder in the image library.
Right click (RMB) and select Add Images.
An Open dialog will appear and the user can select the directory where the image resides. Use
the Ctrl or Shift key to select multiple images.
Press Open.

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Similar to when migrating images, there is a possibility when adding images, the selected
image(s) may already exist in the Image Library in the selected folder or another folder within
the image library. Typically, only 1 instance of the image is needed to be stored. If a duplicate
image is found when adding an image, the following dialog will appear.
• Yes – Uses the existing image and does not add a new instance.
• Yes to All – Uses the existing image and does not add a new instance for all duplicate
images that are found.
• No – creates a duplicate image.
• No to All – creates a duplicate image for all instances found when adding.
• Cancel – cancels the image addition.
If you selected Yes or Yes to All, a follow-up dialog will display to allow the user to keep the
existing location for the duplicate image or move to the current selected storage area.
To Add an Image using the Drag and Drop Method:

Select the desired folder in the image library.
Open the Windows directory where the image resides and drag and drop into the AccuMark
Image Library folder.

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Moving Images in the Image Library
The image location may need to move as new folders are created and organization is adjusted.
Note that the image path is automatically updated within the piece so that even if the image is
moved, the referenced piece will retain the image placement and update with the new path
directly from AccuMark Explorer.
To move image to different folders within the image library, the user can drag and drop or cut
and paste.
Sharing Image Libraries

AccuMark zip files have been enhanced in AccuMark Feb 2020 to support images and
colorways. Models can be shared with images included in the zip file. If only the image library
needs to be shared, you can open Windows Explorer to select and zip and share. The image
library is located within the userroot folder either on the local or network drive,
C:\userroot\ImageLibrary.

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AccuMark Explorer
Zip Files – Drag and Drop
Users can easily drag and drop AccuMark zip files from windows explorer right into AccuMark
Explorer.
If you are dragging into a drive, device, or storage area

folder that is collapsed, as you drag over to the destination
location hover over the + icon in front of the folder and
wait for 1 second and it will automatically expand to let
you see its components.

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Zip Files – Image Updates and Colorway Support
The Export Zip dialog has a new option to support images referenced in AccuMark 13.0 with the
Image Library. With the new Image Library, images are no longer embedded in the model data.
If the user needs to send the image files with the pattern data, the option Include Images must
be selected.
Export with Include Images Selected Example
Export without Include Images Selected

Example
If the model has saved colorways, the option Only Selected Colorways can be enabled to
choose the colorways to include within the zip file.
To Export a Model with Colorways:
1. Select the desired model in AccuMark Explorer to export and RMB to select Export Zip.
2. Check the options Include Images and Only Selected Colorways.
3. A separate Export Colorways from Model/Piece dialog will display with all the available
colorway options. Click to select the desired colorway options to include.

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Send To Mail
Updates for sending data to mail recipients now include the ability for users to name the zip file
being created. The default name for the zip file will depend on the data selected, and will act in
the same manner as export zip.
For example, when choosing one data item to send to mail, the default zip name is the data
name. When choosing multiple data to send to mail, the default zip name is the storage area
name. If you select a storage area, the default zip name is the SA name.
In the Mail Items - Export To Zip File dialog window a new field called “Name Of Attachment”
has been added that will allow the user to change the zip filename
Importing a SQL Zip file into Userroot
Since users are now able to create a zip file of an entire storage area, for SQL storage areas that
incudes the ability to zip one or all of its subfolders. Previously importing a SQL storage area zip
file that contains subfolders into userroot was not supported. Now the users are given choices
on what to do with those subfolders on import.
Users will be presented with a diaog asking if they would like to create new userroot storage
areas for each of the subfolders, or to import all the data in all the subfolders into the one
userroot storage area.
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The dialog that displays next is similar to the usual Import Summary dialog with an additional
textbox that allows the user to name the storage areas with a prefix of their choosing.
Users can accept the default of “Import_” as displayed in the “Imported Storage Areas prefix”
text box, or enter anything they like providing the prefix follows the rules for storage area
names.
Upon completion of the import, the new userroot storage areas will be created accordingly
with each new storage area name being comprised of: the prefix + the storage area name + the
subfolder name(s).
Printing Data Items

You can now print data items directly from AccuMark Explorer. The data will be printed in its
associated format. You no longer have to open the data item and select the print option, as an
alternative simply right-click on the data item(s) you wish to print.
A dialog will be presented with the print options associated with the data item to print.
Preview Pane – Model Options

Thanks to your continuous feedback we continue to make improvements to the AccuMark
Explorer’s Preview Pane. We are exceptionally glad that you are using the visual data
representations in ways that help save time and effort while easily assuring data accuracy.
Now users have the ability to show Model Options, and the model option Names. In AccuMark
Explorer’s View – Preferences, for Models there are two new selections:

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Model Options tab: Show Model Options:
Piece Display tab: Show Option Names:
Example when both are selected:

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Preview Pane – PDS Colors
Customers have told us they enjoy having the ability to set colors for their pieces, and especially
being able to coordinate the colors being used in other areas of the AccuMark like in PDS and in
Easy Marking (for example, through the Model color).
A new request came in to have the preview pane use the colors that were set in PDS. PDS has
several choices for setting colors on pieces, and those colors will now be shown in the preview
pane through the new option called “Use colors set in PDS”
In PDS:

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SQL Support
DSN
Users would inadvertently select the

DSN option in SQL Support when they
weren’t using an ODBC connection
mostly because of the way the SQL
Support dialog was laid out. This would
cause errors when trying to connect to
the SQL Server or SQL Express.
For this reason, we moved the DSN

checkbox over to the far right, making it
less noticeable and thus, less enticing
SQL Support is available from the

AccuMark Explorer – File – Options in the Configuration section.
Model
Show Additional Fields
AccuMark has the ability to use some data types as set in the model editor, vs. using those as
identified in an order. Previously you would have to set a registry entry to show the ability to
select Lay Limits, Block Buffer, Size Code, and Alteration in the model. Now those fields can
easily be shown through a new selection in the Edit menu called “Show Additional Fields”
When these fields are filled in, these entries will be used at order processing time, instead of
the same entries that are entered in the order.
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Cutter’s Must Updates
New information has been added into the Cutter’s Must to show totals for pieces including the
total number of unique pieces (Total Unique Pieces), the total number of flips for all the pieces
(Total Quantity (Flips) and the total number of flips per piece and fabric (Quantity (Flips)).
Fill in the information for the fabrics and the flip quantities like in this example:
Then with the Model Print Options setup for displaying a Cutter’s Must, click on Print Preview
for it to display:

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Fabric Table Updates within the Model
Prior to AccuMark 13.0 all fabric surface images/textures where linked directly to the physical
material properties within the fabric table. This often caused duplicate table entries simply to
accommodate different surface textures. This has been updated in 13.0 to allow for a more
efficient workflow.
Now the Image column in the Fabric section of the Model Editor is editable where the user can
lookup and link an image to the physical properties dynamically. This allows the same material
physical properties to be used repeatedly while linking the surface texture at the model level.
This eliminates duplicate entries.
The image column remains within the fabric table in the event there is a standard default
surface texture that is repeatedly used with specific fabric properties. Once a fabric category is
selected, the image column will populate with the default image if available. If the surface
texture needs to be changed for the that specific model, the user can select the lookup in the
Image column and link an image directly from the Image Library.
When reviewing the Fabric Table for the first time after upgrading, a symbol will be displayed
next to the images that have not been migrated to the Image Library. It is possible to continue
working with the model and fabric table without migrating images, but note any new fabric
image added to the default image column must be stored within the AccuMark Image Library.
Once the fabric tables images have been migrated to the Image Library, the symbol will be
removed to alert the user of the updated status.
Before Migrating After Migrating

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AccuMark & YuniquePLM Integrations
Model Flip Quantities
The Model’s Flip quantities are now brought through into YuniquePLM into the Style Model
page.
Example of flips in the Model editor form:
Example of those flips shown in the Style Model page:

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Alteration Editor
Longer Alteration Rule Names
AccuMark users now have the ability to create alteration rule names up to 30 characters.
Please note that if you export your alteration table to an AccuMark running a previous version
of software that these longer rule names will get truncated down to 10 characters.
Comment Field Added
A comment field has also been added to the Alteration Editor in v13.0. Users can now add a
comment up to 80 characters long to each alteration rule.

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Laylimits Editor
New fields were added into the AccuMark Laylimits Editor that will be triggered during Order
Processing.
Per Model Bundling

The first addition is new Checkbox labeled “per Model” When this option is selected, the
selected bundling will be applied per model.
This means that the first bundle in the second model will have the same orientation as the first
bundle in the first model. Using this option is very useful to ensure the correct bundle
orientation when combining two models, for example a jacket and pant, into one marker for a
two-piece suit.
Pair Orientation for AccuNest

A new Piece Option selection has been added, which is to allow AccuNest to maintain the
pairing of left/right pieces as defined in the Model.
As AccuNest automatically makes the most efficient marker possible, if the left or right piece is
flipped, this setting will ensure the opposite piece is also flipped to maintain the proper pairing.

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Order Editor
Generating a Marker with Colorways
A new option has been added to the Order Editor to support the creation of marker with
colorway options. Once the Add Colorway option is enabled, the user can add any saved
colorway from the selected model.
NOTE: Colorway selection is only supported with Order Editor NOT Easy Order.
To Order a Marker with Colorways:

From the File menu in AccuMark Explorer, select New – Order.
Enter the standard information required in the Order tab.
On the Model tab, select the desired model with colorways and then check the option Add
Colorway.
Once Add Colorway is selected, a new Colorway column will appear in the order.
Use the drop down to select from the available colorways for each of the needed sizes.
Process Order.

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Easy Marking
Improvements have been made to further enhance the user experience and improve the ease
of use within Easy Marking.
Snap to Geometry
A new option has been added that can be used during functions to ensure the user has actually
selected a particular location on a piece in the marker, to ensure accuracy when performing
certain tasks that require selection precision.
The features that can use this new Snapping feature include Create Annotation, Bump
Line/Manual, Split Piece/Manual, and Measure Point to Point. The Snap to Geometry button is
displayed in the Marker Info bar.

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Configurable Icon Menu Display
Users can now decide how to display the Piece Matrix menu in Easy Marking, within the
marking area as it was in prior versions or within its own workspace/window.
There are three different display options for the Matrix Menu:
Paged – the default setting which displays the Piece Icons in the Marking Workspace.

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Paged with Splitter – a setting that allows the Piece Icon menu to appear in a new window.
Notice the 1/1 display to indicate in this picture there is only one icon page.
The color for the Piece Icon Matrix Menu area is set in the Options and Colors dialog box.
Scrolled with Splitter – a setting that in addition to having the Piece Icon Menu in a window,
displays all the icons in this resizable space, not on separate pages.

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Marker Header Available for Digital Printing
In addition to placing identification labels on pieces for digital printing, it is now possible to
generate a marker header for digital print files generated from Easy Marking. The marker
header can be customized to include information such as:
• Marker Name
• Length
• Width
• Model/Size /Quantity
• Colorway Name(s)
Located in the Advanced tab of Easy Marking under the new Digital Print Output panel, you will
find the options to configure the Marker Header. Note that the selected header will not appear
within Easy Marking, but will be available once the digital print is generated using the function
Save As 1:1 within the File menu.
To Configure the Options for the Digital Print Marker Header:

In the Advanced tab, select Marker Header in the Digital Print Output panel.
Select from the options below. The Preview will update as new options are selected.
Press OK when all options have been selected.
Type – select one from the options:

Text
Barcode – not recommended unless limited
information is selected. It becomes too long to scan
with multiple options selected.
QR Code
Information – select all needed information
Select from the following options (marker name,
marker description, length, width, utilization,
model/size/quantity, colorway name, add
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Location – select location to place marker header
Text Options – available when Text Type is selected.

Select from system fonts and sizes
Cut Generation
Cut Ticket Updates
Additional information will now be written into the Cut Ticket File during Cut Generation
including the Cut File Path and the Material Configuration. No additional information is
required from the user for the Cut File path to be added into the Cut Ticket, but the Material
Configuration can only be added to the Cut Ticket if the user has completed that field in the Cut
Generation form.

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New Reports Updates
Filters
A new tool has been added into the new reports: Filters. Filters in the reports are similar in
effect to the filters that are available in Excel: allows you to view specific rows of data while
hiding other rows based on various criteria. This gives you the ability to organize the data so it is
easier to view and analyze. The filters available will depend on the data that’s in the report.
Filters along with the different sorting and grouping capabilities give you the reports that you
want to see in the way that you want to see it.
Simply right-click on a column and select “Enable Filters” to initiate the filter functionality:
This will add the dropdown and filter controls:
To remove filters, click on the delete filter icon:
Now let’s explore the kinds of filters that are available.
Number Filter:

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Symbols display for the function to apply to the filter:
You can perform a sequence of functions:
For example, filter for quantities greater than 0 then click Apply button:
The filter will show in the blank area of the column with the results showing in the subsequent
rows:
Date Filter:

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You can use the calendar selector to pick specific dates:
You can pick a range of dates:
It will auto-fill in the equivalent:
Enumeration Filter:
Enumeration is based on a list of available selections. Selections like drop down entries in a
field.
With options to select “Any” or “None” of the matching criteria. Any = those that match the
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The list of selections that are presented are based on the report results, which may or may not
have all of the available selections for that field. For example, this report was for models and
displaying the model Status
Selections shown in the report: Selections available for Model Status in Model editor:
Example: find models that have a model status of “Grading In Progress”:
Example: find models that don’t have a status of “Grading In Progress”:
Text Filter:
User types in what to look for into a textbox:

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You can optionally select to “Use Regular Expressions” to further refine the search:
Clicking on “(a)+” will display the list of regular expressions that can be used:
Clicking on “Regular Expression Help” at

the bottom of the form will bring up a
webpage with more info: “Regular
Expression Language - Quick Reference”

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New information available
In addition to the new filters, per users requests a lot of new information is also available.
In the Marker Reports:
Target Length has been added to Marker

Report: Marker Fields: in Specification section
New section for Referred Data Items: displays
the name of the additional fields that can be
specified in the model editor form, including
Lay Limits, Annotation, Block Buffer,
Matching, Notch
Fabric Type has been added to Marker
Report: Marker Fields: in Specification section
In the Model and Piece Reports:

Several fields including calculations, statistics, and quantities for perimeters, internals, and so
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Comments for Pieces in Model editor form:
Altered Sizes
When the Altered Sizes option is selected, when the

report is being displayed an additional dialog will be
presented to the user to select the Alteration library
and/or Size Code library to use whe calculating the results.
New functionality available
“Show Unique Records” allows the user to hide duplicate data. While the actual data is not
duplicate, but it may appear as duplicates in the reports when various values or columns are
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Move Up and Move Down Buttons allow the user to select the row to move up or down in the
report display output. This is in addition to the ability to drag and drop rows:
Output Settings: Printing & CSV
General Settings include the ability to include the storage area and notation information, as
well as row numbers
Printing options include Page Settings and Page Setup.
Page Settings comprise of the ability to include Page

Header, Page Number, Date, and a Logo. Add a company
logo to your reports!
Page Setup include size, orientation, margins (normal printing attributes).
One of the best features is the Visual Settings where you further customize the look of the
report including colors and fonts for the various sections of the report, Column Widths and
Columns per Page. As you are changing the settings, a sample preview is display letting you
immediately see how the report will be printed without having wasting any physical paper.

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CSV options allow you to choose a List Separator, Text Qualifier, and Values Alignment, and just
like printing – will give you a preview of the CSV output.

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The List Separator is extremely helpful when exchanging CSV data with others who may use
different operating system or regional settings. You can choose to use the system settings or
pick a setting that will work well on other systems that use different list separators without
interferring with the rest of their computer’s settings.
The Use for all values option for the Text Qualifier when selected will enclose all values with the
selected qualifier.
The Values Alignment option tells the CSV output to align the data with the column headers.

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What’s New Pattern Design 13.0.0
Image Enhancements
Image Tab
With the introduction of colorways in AccuMark Feb 2020, all the image functions in Pattern
Design are now grouped together within a single Images tab. The image workflow has become
very robust and having all the functions grouped together allows users to quickly navigate
through the creation and editing process of preparing digital print files or 3D simulations.
There are panels within the Image tab to accommodate:

• Create
• Edit
• Modify
• Grade
• Colorway
• View
It is still possible to create custom toolbars and/or hotkeys to access commonly used functions.
Introduction to Colorways
Colorways in AccuMark allow for any of a range of combinations of colors in which a style or
model is available. In the past, multiple models had to be created in order to accommodate this
request. Now one model can store all the various combinations available for production.
Colorway functionality supports all image types including fabrics, trims, and edge finishes.
The digital assets must first be created in graphic program and then stored in the AccuMark
Image Library. At that point, new colorways can be created and images added to create the
unique color combinations. All the same AccuMark digital print properties apply, meaning the
color fidelity is maintained and passed to the final print file.

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Creating Colorways
It is recommended to place all images as in previous versions to generate the Default Colorway.
This would include all image placements for Fabric, Trim, Edge Finishes, and Labels. It is also
helpful to grade and scale the images as needed prior to creating additional colorways. The
placement, grade, and scale are copied as new colorways are created, eliminating the need for
duplicate entry.
When creating colorways, it is important to note that AccuMark allows for complete
customization. This means some images can remain constant throughout the colorway
variations if needed. For example, a company logo could retain the same color, placement,
grade/scale for all options. While other images can change color, change size, or even be
deleted within a given colorway option.
When creating a new colorway there are 2 approaches:

Use an existing or default colorway and edit images to update
Start with empty colorway and place new images
Depending on the editing that is required, select the option that will generate the faster results.
Note that the Image Reference Line for all image types is available for reference placement if
needed. In order to add a new Fabric image to the colorway, the user must select Edit Image
Properties to update the display. All the remaining image types can be Placed on the new
colorway as needed.
To Create a New Colorway:

Place/Grade/Scale all the images for the default colorway.
From the Image tab, select Create New Colorway in the Colorway panel.

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The Create Colorway dialog will display. Choose the source for the new colorway and enter a
name.
Select OK.
Use Place Image to add new trims and edge finishes if needed, or use Edit Image Properties to
change the current image.
It is also possible to Add New Images to the Image Library when editing a colorway.
Visual Sample Colorway Workflow
Place/grade/scale images on default colorway
Create New Colorway, select Source and Name
Edit Image Properties to bring in new images or Place

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Continue Editing and Placing until all the desired
updates are applied
Viewing Colorways
The active colorway display can be changed at any time by selecting the colorway name from
the Active dropdown list within the Colorway panel of the Image tab. Once the name is
changed, the display will automatically update in the Pattern Design work area to show the
selected grouping of images.
The colorway must be active in order to edit, modify, or delete.
Default Floral Print
Deleting Colorways
If a colorway is no longer needed within a model, it is possible to delete the colorway. This
function is also supported with Undo in Pattern Design in the event a Colorway is deleted on
accident.
To Delete a Colorway:
Ensure the desired colorway is set to Active in the Colorway panel of the Image tab.
Select Delete Colorway. The colorway will automatically be deleted.

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Modifying Colorways
It is possible to modify any given image within the active colorway. If the selected image is
available in all or multiple colorways, the user needs to identify if the modification should apply
to only the active colorway or all colorways.
An option has been added

within Rotate Image and
Delete Image labeled All
Colorways.
When selected, the

modification will apply to that
image in all colorways.
When deselected, the

modification will only apply to
the image in the active
colorway.

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If the same image is used in multiple colorways, then there are also editing options available.
When editing the image properties for Fabric, Trim, or Edge Finishes, it is possible to make
adjustments to size, location, or symmetry options for the active colorway or all colorways.
Within each section, such as Image Properties, a lock will appear. By default, the selection is
unlocked, meaning the changes made will only apply to the active colorway. If the section is
changed to locked, the updates will be applied to that image in all colorways.
When Unlocked, Modify for only active colorway
When Locked, Modify for all colorways
To Change Properties, Options, or Symmetry for All Colorways:

From the Image tab, select Properties.
Select the image on the piece to edit. Note the Image Type options
beneath the prompt will restrict the user to either Fabrics/Trims/Labels
or Edge Finishes.
Once the Image Properties are displayed, left click on the Lock to adjust
the image for all colorways.
Enter the desired adjustments and select Apply to preview the changes and OK to exit.
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Image Panel
A new tool called the Image Panel is available in Pattern Design 13.0 to help manage all the
images within the colorways.
To Open the Image Panel:
1. Go to the Image tab, select Image Panel.
2. The Image Panel will open and remain open in the work area until closed.
3. Use the arrows next to each piece to show or hide the available images.
Why use the Image Panel?
• Automatically updates to show images displayed in work area
• Double click on any image type to directly open/review/edit the image properties
• Similar layout to graphic programs for an improved user experience with image
placement in Pattern Design
• Delete Images directly from the Image Panel
It is color coded to visually distinguish image types:
Orange = Piece Name
Blue = Label
Turquoise = Trim
Green = Edge Finish
There are 2 tabs to show image types. Since Fabric images are grouped by multiple pieces and
defined in the model editor. There is a separate tab to show the available fabric images for the
model. All the remaining image types (Trims, Edge Finishes, and Labels) can be unique per piece
and are available to view and edit from the Images tab.
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Label Updated for Colorways
For identification within the marker, it is critical that the label also contain the colorway name.
Once the colorways are created, the label can be added or edited to display this information. As
the colorway information is stored within the model, it is necessary only to select the Colorway
option. As active display changes, the label will update to display the correct colorway name.
To Add the Colorway Name to a Piece Label:

Select either Place Image to create a new label or Edit Image Properties to update an existing
label.
Place a check by the option Colorway. It is possible to have the Colorway Name display as a
separate line of text by deselecting the options Make Piece Size and Colorway One Line.
Grade Enhancements
Delete Grade Point Function
In V13.0 we added a new function to the Grade / Modify menu called Delete Grade Point. The
Add Grade Point and Delete Grade Point functions have been put into a single Grade Point
function with a drop down where the user can select the Add or Delete option.

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If a user selects the Delete Grade Point option, and individual point can be selected, or an
entire piece can be selected, or a marquee box can be drawn around the grade points to be
deleted.
Any grade point selected will then become an end point if the point was already an end point,
or an intermediate point if the point was not an end point.
Within the Delete Grade Point function, the user has the same options that are available in the
Add Grade Point function. Any selections made in the function will remain sticky only for the
Delete Grade Point function.
Ease of Use Enhancements
Extend Line
A new feature has been implemented to extend an internal line to the perimeter line or
another internal line. Located in the Modify tab in the Line Actions panel, the feature can
quickly extend the projected angle of the selected internal line.
To Extend an Internal Line:

From the Modify tab, select Extend.
Choose from the options Perimeter or Internal to identify the appropriate intersection line.
Select the internal line to extend. The internal line will automatically extend and follow the
same projected angle until meeting the defined intersection (perimeter or internal).

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Internal Line Extend to Perimeter
Realign Grain Option in Flip/Rotate Piece
Traditionally in Pattern Design there were two steps required in order to permanently realign
the orientation of a piece. One to flip or rotate and a second to realign the grainline to the new
position. In an effort to consolidate the user workflow, a new option has been added to both
Flip Piece and Rotate Piece named Realign Grain / Grade Ref.
When this option is selected, the piece(s) will automatically realign the grainline to the new
position. This is a sticky field and the user should be aware of the option status when orienting
the piece as this update will affect the position of piece within the marker.
Select Multi Sizes in Create Graded Nest
Previously when using the function Graded Size located in the Create tab of Pattern Design, it
was only possible to create 1 new size at a time. If multiple new sizes needed to be pulled out
of the nest and created that meant the function had to be repeated for every size needed.
In version 13.0, the Create Graded Size feature has been enhanced to allow for multi selection.
In order to select multiple sizes, use the Ctrl key to select sizes in a non-sequential order or use
the Shift key to select a group of sizes.

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If the option New Piece Name is selected, the user will be prompted to rename each piece for
each size selected automatically.
Clip By Piece
A new option has been created for Clip Line to automatically clip internal lines at the piece
perimeters. This allows users to clip multiple lines with a single selection rather than
individually selected lines.
To Clip All Internal Lines By Piece:

From the Modify tab, select Clip Line in the Line Actions panel.
Select the option Clip By Piece. Select the additional grading options if needed.
Left click within the piece and all the internals will be clipped automatically for the selected
piece.
Before Clip by Piece After Clip by Piece

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Hotkey for Place All Positioned
A new custom hotkey selection has been added for the placement options available in the Piece
Icon Menu including features like Place All Tiled and Place All Positioned. This are useful tools
that are now even more accessible to quickly place pieces in the work area in a specific layout.
To Create a Custom Hotkey for the Placement Options in the Piece Icon Bar:
Go to Edit tab and select Customize – Custom Toolbars.
In the Keyboard tab, select the Category dropdown and navigate to Icon Bar.
Here you will see options for the four placement features. Select the desired hotkey(s) and
press Assign.
Once the hotkey is created, it will display when the right mouse button placement options are
shown.

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Bookmark Enhancements
AccuMark now supports the ability to bookmark grading in all grade dimensions. Go to the
Grade / View / Show Selected Sizes to select the combined sizes to be bookmarked. Once these
selected sizes are visible in the PDS work area, the user can go to the Modify / Bookmark /
Define function to create the graded bookmark for each piece.
Selecting Pieces for Viewing Point Numbers
A new option has been added into the View – Point – Numbers functionality to allow you to
choose the piece(s) whose point numbers you want to display. Click on the new option “Select
Pieces” and then simply click on any of the pieces for point number display.

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In earlier software versions point numbers displayed on all the pieces that were in the work
area, sometimes making it too cluttered to easily see those numbers. You can still see all the
point numbers at once by deselecting the checkbox and clicking on the function in the ribbon.
Work Area Colors Update
Previously when making color settings updates to the work areas in PDS, the updates would
only apply to the currently opened work area. Starting in V13.0 the updates will be applied to
all the work areas.
For example – in the picture the background was changed and as soon as you select the Apply
button it will update both areas. This is true whether the work areas are tabbed or are places
horizontally or vertically aligned.

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Generate Cut Tickets with CSV Import

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Step 2A Define Display Settings Add Batch Image XML

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To Add a New Size with Colorway: