Introduction

Dekupeo is a desktop application for laser cutting and engraving. It helps you go from part files (DXF, SVG, bitmap) to optimized nests, generated G-code, and machine execution in one place.

Dekupeo is not a graphical editor, but rather a tool focused on effective production of designs prepared elsewhere (e.g., in CAD or vector graphics software).

Dekupeo is available as a desktop app for Windows and Linux. For Linux-specific installation and run details, see Run on Linux.

Basic App Layout

The interface is organized into four primary areas:

  • Application Menu - located at the top left, providing quick access to global app actions (Project, Create, Settings, Support, camera/gamepad status, and machine connection).
  • Left Sidebar - serves for parameter settings for active workflow step. At the bottom of the sidebar, there are buttons for navigation between workflow steps.
  • Top Workflow Bar - serves as navigation for the production flow: Upload & Setup -> Optimize & Nest -> Generate G-code -> Run & Burn.
  • Main Work Area - the active page where you import files and see the results of each step.
Dekupeo desktop workspace
Dekupeo workspace overview

Application menu

Application menu consists of several icons:

  • folder Project menu - open the project actions menu.
  • add_circle Create menu - open quick creation actions (new cut/engrave/test tasks).
  • settings Settings - open app settings (machines, materials, camera, controls).
  • contact_support Help & Support - opens support resources.
  • camera_video Camera overview - opens the camera monitoring window.
  • sports_esports Gamepad status - indicator and shortcut to gamepad settings.
  • cable Connection status - opens machine connection controls.

Project Menu

The folder Project menu handles project file lifecycle:

  • note_add New project - start a blank project.
  • folder_open Open project - load an existing .dkp project file.
  • save Save project - save current project changes.
  • save_as Save project as... - save a copy under a new name/location.

The bottom section also shows Recent projects for fast reopening.

Create Menu

The add_circle Create menu is used to start simple actions which do not use nesting:

  • upload_file Cut Single Part - import one part for cutting.
  • texture Engrave Raster - prepare a bitmap image engraving operation.
  • stylus_note Engrave Vector - prepare vector engraving paths.
  • title Engrave Text - create text engraving.
  • auto_awesome Auto Engrave - automatic object positioning/orientation engraving workflow (available from Workshop licence).
  • science Generate Test - create test patterns for speed/power calibration.
  • upload_file Upload existing G-code - load already generated G-code for execution.

Need Help?

If you need help with setup, licensing, or troubleshooting, contact support at support@dekupeo.com.

Continue to Upload & Setup to learn more about file upload and sheet setup for laser cutting.