LightBurn is not just a slicer; it is a robust vector editor. In version 1.7.04, the node editing tools were significantly tightened. Users can manipulate nodes and curves with Bézier handles directly on the canvas. This version improved the performance of boolean operations (combining, subtracting, or intersecting shapes). For users creating custom designs from scratch rather than importing them, this meant faster iteration times without needing external software like Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape.
One of the first things users notice in the 1.7 iterations is the polish on the UI. LightBurn has always been user-friendly, but updates in this version focused on making the workspace less cluttered. The "Laser" and "Console" windows were optimized to provide real-time feedback without obstructing the canvas. For users running high-resolution monitors (4K and above), scaling issues that plagued earlier legacy builds were largely resolved, ensuring that buttons and toolbars remain crisp and clickable. LightBurn 1.7.04