Postprocessor environment
The final step in creating executable NC programs. The postprocessor environment enables the conversion of calculated toolpaths into executable NC programs or NC documentation (NC Reports).
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Shows the area for editing the postprocessor script. Only a single *.lua file may be selected for editing.
The script commands for postprocessors and further information on creating and customizing postprocessor scripts are described in a separate subchapter of "Lua"
The postprocessor data are stored in a subfolder of the send2cnc program data folder (see chapter Installation). This folder can also be opened by right-clicking on a postprocessor in the overview.
Postprocessor functions
Start postprocessor run
starts the postprocessor run with the selected postprocessors. Before starting, you should pay attention to the view in the render window. This view is saved and can be used by postprocessors (e.g. for display in the NC Report).
The selected postprocessors are processed in sequence.
Postprocessor list
Several postprocessors can be selected for the postprocessor run. The selection is saved with the project. The Drag'n'Mill module also accesses this saved selection.
Postprocessor Console
The console displays feedback from the Lua script, including information, errors, warnings and other relevant messages.
It helps to monitor progress and possible problems during the postprocessor run.
Postprocessor Progress Bar
The progress bar in the status bar indicates the progress of the current post-processing run. If necessary, the post-processing run can be canceled by pressing the cancel button next to the progress bar.