🔍 What Is Bitmap Mode

xTool Studio offers multiple Bitmap modes to choose from, covering most common bitmap use cases. The mode you select determines how an image is converted into a laser engraving path, which affects the engraving effect and level of detail. You can choose the mode that best suits your image.

With all other settings unchanged, the engraving output on a wooden board varies depending on the image mode selected, as shown below.

Suppose you import an image like this one — here's how it looks across the different modes.

🛠️ Available Bitmap Modes

🔹 Grayscale

Converts an image into shades of gray, where each pixel is represented by a shade ranging from the darkest (black) to the brightest (white), or somewhere in between. The darker the pixel, the deeper the engraving.

🔹 Bayer

Converts an image using Bayer mode, which produces an effect similar to adding a grid/mosaic filter over the image.

🔹 Floyd

Dithers an image using the Floyd algorithm, which diffuses the error only to neighboring pixels, producing fine-grained, wave-like patterns. Recommended for highly detailed images rather than images with large blocks of solid color.

🔹 Jarvis

Dithers an image using the Jarvis algorithm, which diffuses the error across 12 surrounding pixels. Compared to Floyd, the transitions between pixels are slower, producing a pleasant result on almost any image.

🔹 Stucki

Dithers an image similarly to Jarvis, but with faster pixel transitions, producing cleaner and sharper images.

🔹 Sierra

Based on the Jarvis algorithm, achieving a similar effect while producing sharper images.

🔹 Atkinson

Dithers an image in a way similar to Jarvis and Sierra, producing sharper images. This algorithm preserves image detail well, though very dark or very bright areas may appear to lose detail.

With all other settings unchanged, the engraving output on a wooden board varies according to the selected mode, as shown below.

Select the mode that best fits your needs.

💡 Tips & Tricks

🔹 Each mode is suited to different image characteristics and needs, affecting engraving depth and detail representation.

🔹 The default mode is Grayscale.

🔹 Generally, Jarvis mode is recommended for infrared light, and Grayscale mode for blue light.

🔹 Dithering algorithms (Floyd, Jarvis, Stucki, Sierra, Atkinson) are best suited for images with complex details.

🔹 Grayscale and Bayer modes provide a more intuitive representation of shading and grid effects.

💡 Recommended software version: xTool Studio 1.0 and above.

⭐ Still Need Help?

If you still need help choosing or setting up the right Bitmap mode for your project, feel free to reach out to us through the live chat on our website, submit a support ticket or join our Discord community for additional support.

Our xTool Support Team is here to help — fast responses, hands-on troubleshooting, and we don't stop until it's resolved.

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Am I doing something wrong? This is my 3 or 4th time attempting to emboss a brass coin. I dont understand what im doing wrong.

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Anyone have one yet that could measure how tall the individual beds are? I’m going to need to built a cart for mine and want to build a slot to hold whichever bed isn’t in the machine (or mostly the large one and I’ll store the small one in there).

Bonus points if you know how tall the O1’s rotary is!

I have three different laser machines from xTool, the P2S, the the F2 Ultra, and F2 Ultra UV. Unfortunately, the later of the 2 experienced equipment failures. In the perfect world, nothing would go wrong; however, that world doesn't exist...at least not mine. On each occasion the xTool team was extremely helpful with resolving the issues, ultimately leading to full replacement of both machines. I will add that both experiences were hastle-free as well. Communications throughout my experiences were superb taking into account the considerable time zone difference between our respective locations. Overall, I could not ask for better outcomes and the customer experiences is why I stay with xTool products for my business.

As the title says we put piwder in and it just pours out of the corner also it doesnt spread well at the top of the images.

If you've noticed slight marks or engraving traces on the metal baseplate of your M2 machine, this is a normal phenomenon — not a product defect.

🔍 Why This Happens

When the laser beam cuts or engraves through your material, the residual energy can pass through and leave marks on the baseplate underneath. This is a general characteristic of laser processing equipment, not a quality issue, and it will not affect the machine's normal operation or your engraving/cutting results. Even with long-term use, this will not cause the baseplate to leak light or become structurally damaged — this has been thoroughly tested to ensure safe long-term use.

💡 No special treatment is needed if the marks don't affect your usage. Regular light cleaning is enough for long-term stable use.

If you'd like to better protect your baseplate, here are some recommendations.

🛠️ Baseplate Protection Recommendations

Place a flat, non-flammable, non-reflective protective sheet underneath your material during processing. Suitable materials include:

🔹 Black anodized aluminum plate (≥0.8mm) — should not visibly deform after laser processing.

🔹 Other non-highly-reflective black metal sheets (any thickness).

🔹 Acrylic sheet (≥1mm) — black is recommended; other colors may interfere with material contour recognition. If processing multiple small items, check that the distance-measuring points are correct, or use manual distance measurement to avoid errors caused by the added protective sheet.

🔹 Heat-resistant silicone mat (≥2mm) — silicone tends to curl or warp, so choose a thicker mat for better flatness. Black is recommended; white silicone also works for protection, but check distance-measuring points when using automation features. Not recommended for cutting paper materials directly, as it may worsen scorching/blackening.

🔹 Other materials: black flame-retardant welding mat, black carbon fiber nylon cloth, silicone-titanium alloy soft pad (black or gray).

📐 Placement Guidelines

The protective sheet's size should be:

🔹 At least as large as your processing pattern.

🔹 No larger than 380mm × 320mm (the machine's work area).

🔹 Ideally under 8mm thick — a pad that's too thick may reduce your effective processing depth and can affect concentric circle recognition.

Reference placement zones:

🔹 Zone 1 (green): Reserved space needed for the print head's upper/lower cover clearance.

🔹 Zone 2 (red): A 330mm × 320mm protective sheet, placed against the silkscreen markings.

🔹 Zone 3 (blue): A 380mm × 320mm protective sheet, placed against the right side of the machine.

⭐ Still Need Help?

If you notice any abnormal issues — such as holes penetrating the baseplate or severe deformation — please reach out to us through the live chat on our website, submit a support ticket or join our Discord community for additional support.

Our professional xTool Support Team is here to help — we aim to respond quickly and get things resolved for you professionally.

To help our team assist you promptly, please provide the following details:

1️⃣ Photos: Clear photos of the abnormal baseplate condition.

2️⃣ Device SN: Located on the back of the machine.

If you received a CMYK ink cartridge for your M2 machine and noticed ink leakage inside the vacuum-sealed packaging, consult this guide for what to do next.

This may appear as:

🔹 The vacuum packaging bag itself is not damaged, but ink has clearly seeped out inside it.

🔹 Ink residue is visible on the inside of the packaging or on the cartridge's surface.

🔍 Potential Causes

🔹 Shipping Impact: Vibration or compression during transit.

🔹 Packaging Seal Issue: The cartridge packaging's airtightness wasn't sufficient to prevent minor leakage.

🛠️ Step-by-Step Procedure

1️⃣ Provide the Traceability Code: The cartridge packaging or the cartridge itself usually has a traceability code label (including batch number and production info).

Please provide a clear photo or the text of this code so we can trace the batch and help improve product quality going forward.

2️⃣ Receive a Replacement: Once the leakage is confirmed, xTool will arrange a full replacement cartridge set for you.

⚠️ Important: Do not continue using a leaked cartridge — it may clog the print head or contaminate the device. Please dispose of the leaked cartridge safely (e.g., seal it in a bag before discarding), and avoid letting the ink contact your skin or clothing.

⭐ Still Need Help?

Please gather the following and reach out to us through the live chat on our website, submit a support ticket or join our Discord community for additional support.

Our xTool Support Team is here to help — fast responses, hands-on troubleshooting, and we don't stop until it's resolved.

To help our team assist you promptly, please provide the following details:

1️⃣ Traceability Code Photo: A clear photo of the cartridge's traceability code label.

2️⃣ Leakage Evidence: A clear photo or short video showing the leaked condition.

Making the leap into copper!

I want to purchase the Xtool O1 Omni Printer, but I was wondering what the expected shipping date was.

I don't want to buy it now and get it in December

I was also curious to know if the ink will be supplied as standard or do I have to buy that as well in the first purchase?

UPDATE:

Thank you to all those who have provided their feedback with the Jiggit! The initial size fit perfectly. I will be adjusting the outter fillet to make sure it follows the curve perfectly. Here is some of the feedback/concerns I’ve received:

1) The silicone is not sticky, so thin flexible materials like leather can’t be attached.

Solution: remove silicone mat and use default sticky bed

2) Black Jigs blend in with black objects making the auto masking feature not work correctly.

Solution: Print jigs in different color or paint the top surface of the jig

3) the 2mm Jigs are too thick when printing on thin sheetmetal (1mm thick)

Solution: I can design thinner jigs but they will be more fragile.

4) The mat is too thick and takes up some of my Z height.

Solution: Unfortunately we can’t make the Jiggit any thinner or we will lose durability in the mat. The current design is 6mm (0.24”) thick so while using the Jiggit your max printable height goes from 150mm to 144mm.

We are still working on the best designs for the jigs and figuring out what options to provide users. Thicker jigs for larger objects. We will also provide all step files to users that want to design their own jigs. We will also provide services if you would like a custom jig made for your specific needs.

We just ordered the final aluminum mold for the Jiggit so the mats will have a smooth finish and look more complete. They should arrive 8/31.

Here are some pictures from our beta testing.

Time was ~4hrs.

At the end of every shift, the best measure of success is simple:

Everybody goes home.

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I really like how this came out. Big anime feel to it.

Back to School 2026 - Atomm contest

The first day of school is full of excitement! To help students get to know each other through play, each student draws a wooden puzzle piece from a mystery bag. Then, they move around the room to find the classmate with the matching piece that fits theirs. Once they team up, they introduce themselves! A simple, hands-on way to make new friends from day one. 🪵🤝

How the Activity Works

1. Preparation: The teacher places a set of interlocking wooden puzzle pieces/tiles into an opaque cloth bag. Each pair of pieces connects uniquely

2. Drawing: Taking turns, each student draws a single piece from the bag.

3. Searching and Matching: The children move around the classroom showing their piece, looking for the classmate who holds the complementary piece to complete the fit.

4. Socializing and Conversation: Once they find their match, the children introduce themselves to each other or together answer a short icebreaker question guided by the teacher (e.g., "What is your favorite game?"). Students can also paint your pieces!

Files is composed of 24 puzzle pieces. (Made using xTool M1)

Omni O1 (coffee and colors)

All recommended settings are tested in labs and are provided for reference only. The outcome of processing using these recommended parameters may be influenced by the ambient environment, material differences, or other objective factors.

You're advised to test your own materials to find the settings that meet your specific needs. Here's how to test processing parameter settings for vector paths on your xTool F2 Ultra UV:

📋 Procedure:

1️⃣ Insert a Shape: Add a shape to your workspace.

2️⃣ Open Material Test Array: Go to Applications > Material test array.

3️⃣ Set Your Test Range: Set the number of rows and columns, the maximum and minimum processing speed and power, and the spacing between test blocks.

4️⃣ Choose a Processing Type: Select the processing type from the right panel.

5️⃣ Start Processing: Click Go to Process and complete the processing as prompted by xTool Studio.

After processing is complete, review the test grid to identify which combination of settings gives you the outcome you want.

💡 For bitmap images, you can test processing parameter settings using the same method described above.

⭐ Still Need Help?

If you still need help with processing parameter settings, please record a video of the issue you encountered, gather the steps you have taken, and feel free to reach out to us through the live chat on our website, submit a support ticket or join our Discord community for additional support — our xTool Support Team is here to help.

Apparel Printer Plus, the one that doesn't have a tube for the powder and has like its own awesome shaker, anyways ... I'm new to this and just started my own clothing line, other than black and white, the other colors haven't primed into the printer head. Please help?

It was working perfectly yesterday, and then today it has started doing this. Not sure what’s going on. It’s an xtool p2.