What actually changes.
Invert reverses the black-and-white mask. Every black region becomes a cut-out and every white region becomes shape. This is useful for negative stencils, knocked-out lettering and certain stamp or print workflows.
An inverted image may create a very large outside area. Decide which part you actually need. The lasso can limit the working area and remove unnecessary background.
Inspect before export
- Is the correct side defined as material?
- Do counters and bridges remain connected after inversion?
- Is the outside frame intentional or just image background?
- Are small floating islands stable at real size?
Step by step.
- Separate the motif into black and white first.
- Select Invert inside the image area.
- Compare Result with Original.
- Use the lasso to keep only the required stencil area.
- Inspect bridges and counters in Vector view.
- Export SVG or PDF and make a paper test cut.
Not every inverted shape becomes a practical stencil. Floating counters need bridges or a carrier so they remain in position after cutting.
Questions before export.
What exactly changes when I invert?
The complete black-and-white selection. Previous background becomes shape and previous shape becomes a cut-out.
Why does the inside of a letter disappear?
Closed counters may fall out of a stencil without bridges. Add the required connections during production preparation.
Can I invert only one part?
Invert affects the current mask. Use the lasso before or after to limit the relevant area.