Glowforge Basic — Cotton Fabric

What speed should I use to cut Cotton Fabric on the Glowforge Basic?

The top-rated community setting uses 45 mm/s at 20% power. Always run a test burn on scrap material first to confirm focus and power are correct for your specific batch.

How many passes does the Glowforge Basic need to cut Cotton Fabric?

All settings here use a single pass. Confirm focus and do a small test burn before committing to your final design.

Do I need air assist for Cotton Fabric on the Glowforge Basic?

Yes — 1 of the 3 settings here specify air assist on. It clears smoke and debris from the cut line, improves edge quality, and reduces fire risk especially during cutting.

What DPI should I use to engrave Cotton Fabric on the Glowforge Basic?

Settings here use 254 DPI. For photographic detail or fine artwork, consider testing at higher DPI, but expect longer run times.

What software do I use with the Glowforge Basic for Cotton Fabric?

The Glowforge Basic works with Glowforge App. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.