V3 Build 5 Uploaded
I just uploaded the V3 build 5 beta to http://www.grzsoftware.com/v2dl.php . The primary fix here is the offset roughing crashes that were occurring. I can’t say for certain that the problem is gone for good but I have not been able to cause the problem to happen after I found the source of the problem.
I also made a number of performance improvements so I would appreciate any feedback you can give about these.
My favorite addition is that you can now drag any compatible file onto the window to open it. This was a simple thing that I never realized was missing.
I also just realized that I think I forgot to mention the new “Save Job” command has been added under the File menu. You can try it and verify that it works for you but don’t be surprised if the files you save cannot be opened in the next release or two. This is still beta software and there may be a bug that requires a file format change. I don’t expect any changes but it could happen. This command saves the STL, stock, retract and max depth, and any supports in one file. This is one that people have been asking for and I’m glad it finally made it in there.
Save Job is great! My latest workpiece looked wonky when I ran the gcode through CutViewer, and when I zoomed in I learned why–I had chosen a flat rather than ball endmill for finishing. I had already closed MC so I restarted it and reloaded the job. It was so nice to not have to recreate my supports from the little scribbled notes! Thank you, Robert.
Glad it’s useful. I meant to do it a long time ago but time goes by so quickly that I don’t even realize how long I’ve been talking about a feature without completing it.
-Robert