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The current version of MillMage is a Release Candidate — a stable version of software that is nearly ready for official release, but in need of additional public testing. Please report any unexpected behavior in the MillMage Software Questions section of our forum, including screenshots and as much detail as possible. Ask hardware compatibility questions in the MillMage Hardware Compatibility section.

Users new to MillMage should follow the Getting Started guide.

Video: How to Use a Release Candidate

This video features our sister software, LightBurn. While there may be slight differences in appearance and layout, the demonstrated processes are similar in MillMage.

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This documentation is in active development and in a prerelease state. These documents are not complete and may include missing pages, broken links, and placeholders. Content is being updated as feedback is reviewed. Your patience is appreciated.

About MillMage

MillMage is an all-in-one software solution for makers looking to get the most out of their machines by combining powerful design features with the ability to directly control your CNC machine. MillMage will be your preferred layout, editing, and control software for your CNC router and is developed by LightBurn Software—makers of LightBurn—the leading laser cutting & engraving software solution.

Milling Capabilities

MillMage versions 0.8 and older support 2D and 2.5D top-down milling. Advanced users can help contribute to development through feedback and bug report submissions when using public release candidates of MillMage by submitting feature and update requests using Fider.

Every CNC Machine is Different

CNC cutting and engraving performance, quality, and speed is highly machine & user-dependent. Beginners are advised to familiarize themselves with their CNC manufacturer user guide and manual prior to using a CNC machine with MillMage.

MillMage Requirements

MillMage is supported on Windows, and macOS operating systems. View the installation details and full list of supported operating systems in the MillMage Installation guide.

CNC Controller Compatibility and CNC GCode Flavors

MillMage supports any CNC controller that uses standard RS-274 GCode and also:

  • GRBL
  • GRBL M3
  • GRBL-STM
  • Smoothie
  • Marlin
  • LinuxCNC

Additional controllers planned, request additional compatibility through Fider.

Installation

View detailed the MillMage installation guide at Docs.MillMageSoftware.com/latest/GetStarted/InstallMillMage/.

Using MillMage

View detailed guides at Docs.MillMageSoftware.com/latest/Reference/UI/.

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For more help using MillMage, please visit our forum to talk with MillMage staff and users, or email support.