Brother Pe Design 6 Manual

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Layout & Editing
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Layout & Editing
Edit menu
The Edit menu contains commands for performing simple actions on selected patterns, such as cutting and 
pasting.
ExitExits the application.Alt + F4 p. 24
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
UndoUndoes the last operation.Ctrl + Z
RedoCancels the effect of the last Undo.Ctrl + A
GroupTurns several selected objects into one object.Ctrl + G p. 134
UngroupCancels the grouping for grouped objects.Shift+ G p. 134
CutRemoves the selected pattern(s) from the screen 
while saving a copy in the Clipboard.Ctrl + X
CopySaves the selected pattern(s) in the Clipboard without 
removing them from the screen.Ctrl + C
DuplicateMakes a copy of the selected pattern(s).Ctrl + D
PastePastes the contents of the Clipboard on the screen.Ctrl + V
DeleteRemoves the selected pattern(s) from the screen 
without saving them in the Clipboard.Delete p. 114
p. 137
Change to StraightStraightens the two rounded lines that meet at a 
smooth point.p. 137
Change to CurveRounds off the two straight lines that meet at a corner 
point.p. 137
Mirror
Horizon-
talFlips the selected pattern(s) up/down.Ctrl + H p. 133
VerticalFlips the selected pattern(s) left/right.Ctrl + J p. 133
RotateAllows you to manually rotate the selected pattern(s) 
by an arbitrary angle.Ctrl + Y p. 133
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
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Numerical
SettingSizeResizes the selected pattern numerically.p. 132
RotateRotates the selected pattern numerically.p. 134
CenterMoves the selected pattern to the center of the Design 
Page.Ctrl + M p. 131
Align
LeftAligns the selected patterns on their left sides.p. 131
CenterAligns the selected patterns on their left/right centers.p. 131
RightAligns the selected patterns on their right sides.p. 131
To pAligns the selected patterns on their top edges.p. 131
MiddleAligns the selected patterns on their top/bottom 
centers.p. 131
BottomAligns the selected patterns on their bottom edges.p. 131
Select AllSelects all of the patterns.Ctrl + E p. 130
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
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Image menu
The Image menu contains commands for importing and exporting image data and creating embroidery data 
from image data.
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
Input
from FileImports image data from an existing file so that it can be 
used as a guide for creating embroidery data.
p. 111
from 
TWAIN 
deviceOperates a TWAIN standardized scanner or other 
device to import an image.p. 111
from 
Por traitCombine images of facial features that are provided 
with the application to create an original portrait.p. 112
from 
ClipboardImport image data from the Clipboard.p. 113
Output
to FileSaves the image data as a file.p. 114
to 
ClipboardCopies the image data onto the Clipboard.p. 114
Select TWAIN deviceSelects which TWAIN device installed in the computer 
to use.p. 111
ModifyAdjusts the size and position of the image data.p. 114
Image to Stitch Wiz-
ardGives step-by-step instruction for creating embroidery 
data from image data.p. 115
Display 
Image
OnDisplays the template image.F6 p. 113
FadedDisplays a faded copy of the template image.F6 p. 113
OffHides the template image.F6 p. 113
aNote:
The file name extension must be one of the 
following: Windows bitmap (.bmp), Exif (.tif, 
.jpg), ZSoftPCX (.pcx), Windows Meta File 
(.wmf), Portable Network Graphics (.png), 
Encapsulated PostScript (.eps), Kodak 
PhotoCD (.pcd), FlashPix (.fpx), JPEG2000 
(.j2k).
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Text menu
The Text menu contains commands for performing actions on text patterns, such as fitting text to a curved 
path.
Sew menu
The Sew menu contains commands for controlling the way each pattern will be sewn.
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
Edit LettersAllows you to edit entered text.Ctrl + L p. 156
Text Attribute SettingAllows for precise control of character attributes.Ctrl + K p. 157
Fit Text to Path 
SettingFits a line of text along a path.Ctrl + T p. 158
Release Text from 
PathReleases the text from the path.Ctrl + Q p. 160
Transform TextApplies a preset transformation to text.F2 p. 160
Clear TransformationRestores the original shape of the text.F3 p. 160
TrueType Font 
Attribute SettingSets the attributes, such as the style, for TrueType 
fonts that are converted to embroidery data.p. 161
Convert to Outline 
ObjectCreates outline data from text data converted from a 
TrueType font.p. 161
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
Sewing Attribute 
SettingSets the sewing attributes of the regions and the 
outlines of a pattern.Ctrl + W p. 171
Sewing Order/ColorAllows you to check and change the sewing order of 
pattern colors and individual patterns.F10 p. 184
Set hole sewingSets a pair of patterns for hole sewing (to avoid 
sewing twice at the same place when a pattern 
encloses another one).p. 180
Cancel hole sewingCancels hole sewing.p. 180
Stitch to BlockConverts imported stitch patterns into blocks (manual 
punching data), allowing you to set sewing attributes 
and to keep the stitching quality when scaling.p. 142
Convert to StitchConverts a shape object to a stitch object.p. 140
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Display menu
The Display menu contains commands for modifying the appearance of the screen.
Applique WizardProvides step-by-step instructions for easily creating 
appliqués.p. 181
Select Sewing AreaSets the sewing area.p. 183
Optimize hoop 
changeOptimizes the sewing order of patterns in a Design 
Page for multi-position embroidery frames (100 × 172 
mm, 172 × 100 mm, 130 × 300 mm, or 300 × 130 
mm).p. 204
Optimize Entry/
Exit pointsOptimizes the positions of the entry points and the exit 
points for the sewing data.p. 139
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
Grid SetupControls the display and characteristics of the grid.p. 202
PreviewSpecifies whether the patterns appear as stitches or 
in the normal view.F9 p. 187
Realistic Preview
Displays a realistic image of how either selected patterns 
or all patterns will look after being embroidered.Shift + F9 p. 187
Realistic Preview 
Attribute SettingSets the preview attributes for the Realistic Preview 
function.p. 187
Refresh WindowUpdates the screen.Ctrl + R
Stitch SimulatorDisplays a simulation of the machine stitching. p. 188
Reference WindowHides/displays the Reference window.F11 p. 193
ToolbarHides/displays the Toolbar.p. 107
Status BarHides/displays the status bar.p. 107
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
aNote:
The Realistic Preview function cannot display a 
clean preview of the pattern if the monitor is set 
to 256 colors or less. The monitor should be set 
to at least 16-bit High Color (65536 colors).
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Option menu
The Option menu contains commands for providing additional options.
Help menu
The Help menu contains commands for accessing the on-screen help information system.
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
Design CenterStarts up Design Center and displays its window up 
front.F5 p. 30
Programmable Stitch 
CreatorStarts up Programmable Stitch Creator and displays 
its window up front.p. 54
Design PropertyDisplays a dialog box containing sewing information 
for the selected pattern(s).p. 189
Design Page PropertyAllows you to change the size of the Design Page, and 
the color of the Design Page and the background.p. 108
Edit User Thread 
ChartAllows original thread charts to be created and edited.p. 190
Select 
System 
UnitmmAllows you to change the system units to millimeters.p. 202
inchAllows you to change the system units to inches.p. 202
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
ContentsStarts up the on-screen help information for this 
application.F1
Customer supportOpens the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page 
on our Web site. 
Online RegistrationDisplays the online registration page from our Web 
site.
p. 13
About 
Layout & EditingGives information about the version of this application.
aNote:
This function cannot be used if there is no 
Internet browser correctly installed in the 
computer.
aNote:
This function is available only if the Internet 
browser is correctly installed and an Internet 
connection can be established. *Online 
registration is not possible in certain 
countries and regions.
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Reference
Programmable
Stitch Creator
Programmable Stitch Creator
List of Tool Box Buttons
List of Menus
bMemo:
Many menu commands are available as buttons on the Toolbar or in the menu that appears when the right 
mouse button is clicked.
File menu
The File menu contains commands for handling files, such as opening and saving.
To o l  B oxPurposeSee page
Sets the pointer in selection mode.
Pointer shape: 
p. 213
Sets the pointer in point edit mode. 
Pointer shape: p. 216
Sets the pointer in line drawing mode. When you start up the application, the drawing 
mode is selected. 
Pointer shape: p. 212
Sets the pointer in region (reset) mode.
Pointer shape:   p. 218
Sets the pointer in region (engrave) mode.
Pointer shape:   p. 217
Sets the pointer in region (emboss) mode.
Pointer shape:   p. 217
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
NewCreates a new work area.Ctrl + N p. 209
OpenOpens a previously saved programmable stitch file.Ctrl + O p. 209
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Mode menu
You can use Programmable Stitch Creator to create patterns for programmable fill stitches, motif fill or motif 
line stitches, and stamps. However, the method and work area are different for each. Use the Mode menu to 
select the mode for the pattern that you want to create.
Edit menu
The Edit menu contains commands for performing simple actions on selected lines and patterns, such as 
cutting and pasting.
Template Open
Opens a background image file that can be used as a guide 
to draw a new pattern for a programmable fill or motif stitch. p. 210
SaveSaves your work area on the disk. Ctrl + S p. 221
Save AsSaves the current stitch pattern under a new file 
name.p. 221
ExitExits the application.Alt + F4 p. 58
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
Fill/StampEnters Fill/Stamp mode for creating stitch patterns for 
programmable fill stitches and stamps. p. 210
MotifEnters Motif mode for creating stitch patterns for motif 
stitches. p. 210
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
UndoUndoes the last operation.Ctrl + Z
RedoCancels the effect of the last Undo.Ctrl + A
CutRemoves the selected line(s) from the screen while 
saving a copy in the Clipboard.Ctrl + X p. 214
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
aNote:
The following file formats can be opened: 
Windows bitmap (.bmp), Exif (.tif, .jpg), 
ZsoftPCX (.pcx), Windows Meta File (.wmf), 
Portable Network Graphics (.png), 
Encapsulated PostScript (.eps), Kodak 
PhotoCD (.pcd), FlashPix (.fpx), JPEG2000 
(.j2k).
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Display menu
The Display menu contains commands for modifying the appearance of the screen.
CopySaves the selected line(s) in the Clipboard without 
removing them from the screen.Ctrl + C p. 214
DuplicateAdds a copy of the selected line(s) to the work area.Ctrl + D p. 214
PastePastes the lines of the Clipboard on the screen.Ctrl + V p. 214
DeleteRemoves the selected line(s) from the screen without 
saving them in the Clipboard.Delete p. 214,
p. 217
Mirror
Horizon-
talFlips the selected line(s) up/down.Ctrl + H p. 215
VerticalFlips the selected line(s) left/right.Ctrl + J p. 215
RotateAllows you to manually rotate the selected line(s) by 
an arbitrary angle.Ctrl + Y p. 215
Select AllSelects all of the patterns.Ctrl + E p. 213
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
GridSelects the work grid.p. 222
Te m p l a t e
OnDisplays the template image.F6 p. 210
FadedDisplays a faded copy of the template image.F6 p. 210
OffHides the template image.F6 p. 210
PreviewHides/displays the repeating image display of the 
pattern being created.p. 212
ToolbarHides/displays the Toolbar.p. 208
Status BarHides/displays the status bar.p. 208
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
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Help menu
The Help menu contains commands for accessing the on-screen help information system.
MenuToolbarPurposeShortcut keySee page
ContentsStarts up the on-screen help information for this 
application.F1
Customer supportOpens the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page 
on our Web site. 
About Programmable 
Stitch CreatorGives information about the version of this application.
aNote:
This function cannot be used if there is no 
Internet browser correctly installed in the 
computer.
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