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Complete Features Overview

Comprehensive index of all Piecer pattern editor features.

Core Features by Mode​

🎨 Design Mode​

Drawing Tools - Create and edit shapes

  • Pen Tool (P) - Custom shapes with bezier curves
  • Rectangle Tool (R) - Quick rectangular shapes
  • Circle Tool (O) - Circular shapes
  • Image Tool (I) - Reference images
  • Comment Tool (K) - Text annotations
  • Select Tool (V) - Selection and manipulation
  • Arc Tool (C) - Create curved segments

Piece Properties - Shape options and settings

  • Shape naming and organization
  • Fabric assignment
  • Fill colors
  • Duplicate, mirror, rotate operations
  • Seam allowance configuration
  • Notches and fold lines
  • Line connections between pieces
  • Variables for pattern grading
  • Shape locking

Point Editing - Precise point controls

  • Single and multiple point selection
  • Drag to move with grid snapping
  • Keyboard nudging with arrow keys
  • Bezier handle adjustment
  • Point deletion and modification
  • Fine grid snapping (1cm/0.25inch)

Layer Management - Organize your work

  • Pattern pieces list
  • Visibility toggle per piece
  • Layer reordering
  • Fabric management
  • Project information

View Controls - Canvas navigation

  • Zoom (1x - 100x range)
  • Pan canvas (Space + Drag)
  • Smart grid system (Fine/Medium/Coarse)
  • Grid snapping (zoom-dependent)
  • Measurement display toggle (View settings)
  • Unit system (Metric/Imperial)
  • Print Mode (W)

Keyboard Shortcuts - Quick reference

  • Tool shortcuts (V, P, R, O, I, K, C)
  • View shortcuts (M, W, Space)
  • Editing shortcuts (D, Delete, Arrows)
  • Selection modifiers (Shift)
  • Undo/Redo (Cmd/Ctrl+Z)

🎨 Material Mode​

Material Mode - Fabric visualization

  • Fabric swatch creation
  • Assign fabrics to pieces
  • Material mode preview
  • Color visualization
  • Works with 3D mode

📦 Print Mode​

Export Options - Professional output

  • SVG export (vector graphics)
  • PDF export (multiple paper sizes)
  • Print-ready output
  • Multi-page layouts
  • Scale verification

🌐 3D Mode​

3D Visualization - See patterns in three dimensions

  • Floating window or split view
  • Automatic fold simulation
  • Rotate and zoom 3D view
  • Material display in 3D
  • Connection-based assembly
  • Camera controls

👥 Community​

Community - Share and discover

  • Publish patterns to community
  • Browse community patterns
  • Like and save favorites
  • Replicate patterns to your account
  • Download permissions control
  • Search and filter patterns

🔔 Notifications​

Push Notifications - Stay connected

  • Real-time push notifications
  • New follower alerts
  • Pattern and collection like notifications
  • Updates from creators you follow
  • Works on iOS, Android, and desktop

📱 Web App​

Install as Web App - Native experience

  • Install on iOS, Android, or desktop
  • Quick launch from home screen
  • Full screen experience
  • Required for iOS push notifications
  • Offline support

Advanced Features​

🔗 Seam Connections​

Advanced Connections - Link pattern pieces

  • Create line connections between shapes
  • Copy stitch style between connected lines
  • Verify seam length matching
  • 3D folding based on connections
  • Connection validation

📐 Variables​

Lock Any Numeric Value - Constrain measurements

  • Apply variables to line lengths, positions, seam allowances
  • Orange indicates locked values (e.g., bagWidth = 10)
  • Change variable once to update all linked values
  • Maintain consistency across your pattern

Learning Resources​

📚 Workflows & Tutorials​

Step-by-Step Guides - Learn techniques

  • Creating your first pattern
  • Pattern grading workflow
  • Seam matching workflow
  • Preparing for print
  • Working with reference images
  • Modifying existing patterns

💡 Best Practices​

Tips & Recommendations - Professional workflows

  • Pattern design principles
  • Measurement best practices
  • Seam allowance standards
  • Notch placement strategies
  • Curve creation tips
  • Layer organization

🎓 Advanced Techniques​

Master-Level Skills - Expert workflows

  • Advanced curve control
  • Bezier mastery
  • Complex pattern grading
  • Multi-variable grading
  • Advanced seam connections
  • Precision techniques

🔧 Troubleshooting​

Problem Solving - Fix common issues

  • Drawing and editing issues
  • Measurement problems
  • Export issues
  • 3D mode problems
  • Connection issues
  • Performance optimization

Features by Use Case​

For Beginners​

Start here for essential features:

  1. Drawing Tools - Learn basic tools
  2. Point Editing - Move and adjust points
  3. View Controls - Navigate the canvas
  4. Export - Print your first pattern
  5. Shortcuts - Speed up your workflow

For Intermediate Users​

Expand your skills:

  1. Piece Properties - Master shape options
  2. Layer Management - Organize complex patterns
  3. Workflows - Learn efficient techniques
  4. 3D Mode - Visualize your designs
  5. Community - Share your work

For Advanced Users​

Professional techniques:

  1. Advanced Techniques - Master-level skills
  2. Best Practices - Professional workflows
  3. Troubleshooting - Solve complex issues

Getting Started​

Design Mode Reference​

Material & Output​

Advanced Guides​

Community & Help​

Search Tips​

To find specific features:

  1. Use browser search (Cmd/Ctrl + F)
  2. Check category index above
  3. Review use case sections
  4. Browse page by page
  5. Check shortcuts reference

Documentation Help​

Can't find something?

  • Check FAQ page
  • Browse all pages
  • Search community forums

Found an error?

  • Report documentation issues
  • Suggest improvements

Version Information​

This documentation covers the current version of Piecer.

Last updated: 2026-01-17