Embird

Design Creation & Editing

• Editing Tools
  Resize, rotate, split, and adjust designs with precision in Embird’s Editor
• Drawing Tools
  Create custom shapes with lines and curves in the Studio plug-in for unique designs.
• Manual & Auto-Digitizing
  Studio offers manual or automatic conversion of images to embroidery designs.
• Vector Support
  Import and manipulate vector graphics (e.g., SVG, EPS) for scalable designs.

Stitch Functions

• Stitch Types
  Supports satin, fill, zigzag, and cross-stitch for varied embroidery effects.
• Applique Support
  Create appliqués with automatic outlines for precise fabric placement.
• 3D Puff Embroidery
  Create raised embroidery designs for added texture.

Lettering and Typography

• Built-in Embroidery Fonts
  Includes pre-installed fonts for quick text embroidery
• TrueType Font Conversion
  Font Engine converts TrueType fonts into embroidery lettering with custom baselines
• Monogramming Tools
  Create monograms with decorative frames and stitch styles in Editor.

File Handling and Compatibility

• Import/Export Formats
  Supports over 70 formats like PES, DST, HUS, and EXP for broad compatibility.
• Image Import
  Import .jpg, .bmp, and other images for digitizing into embroidery designs.
• Multi-Brand Support
  Works with most embroidery machine brands through versatile file formats.
• Hoop Size Management
  Select from standard and custom hoop sizes to fit your machine.

Layout and Composition Tools

• Multi-Hooping Support
  Split large designs across multiple hoops for oversized embroidery projects.
• Templates and Guidelines
  Use alignment grids and templates for precise design placement.
• Background Image Placement
  Trace over imported images to create accurate embroidery patterns.

Stitch Simulation and Preview

• Stitch-by-Stitch Preview
  Simulate stitching process to review designs before sewing.
• Thread Color Management
  Assign and preview thread colors for accurate design visualization.
• 3D Simulation
  Realistic preview of how stitches will appear on the fabric.

Automation Features

• Auto-Underlay Generation
  Automatically adds underlay stitches to stabilize fabric
• Auto-Density Management
  Adjusts stitch density automatically for optimal design quality.
• Branching and Pathing Optimization
  Optimizes stitch paths to reduce jumps and thread changes.

Color and Material Management

• Thread Charts
  Includes thread charts for major brands to select accurate colors.
• Color Matching Tools
  Match and adjust thread colors for precise design rendering.
• Auto Color Reduction
  Simplifies colors in images for easier embroidery digitizing.
• Fabric Type Settings
  Adjust design parameters based on the selected fabric.
• Stabilizer Recommendations
  Receive suggestions for appropriate stabilizers.

Output and Printing

• Print Design Sheets
  Print detailed previews with stitch and color information.
• Production Worksheets
  Generate worksheets with instructions for embroidery production.

Analytics & Reporting

• Stitch count reports
  Provides total stitch counts for project planning and costing.
• Color change reports
  Lists thread color changes for efficient machine setup.
• Thread usage reports
  Estimates the length of thread required for each color.
• Time to complete estimation
  Predicted time to finish stitching based on machine speed.