AI Settings Assistant
Describe what you want. Light Lane proposes specific setting changes as a before-and-after diff. Review, confirm, or dismiss. You stay in control.
Features
Light Lane Features: From AI Settings to Test Grids
Six feature pages. Each one shows a different part of Light Lane in action: how the UI works, what settings it touches, and what you get at the end.
Feature Deep Dives
Click any card to see the feature in detail.
Features
Material Test Grid
Burn a grid of speed and power combinations. Pick the best cell. Apply those settings to your job in one click. No guessing.
Templates
Save a job layout as a .lltemplate file with locked settings and swappable placeholder artwork. Reopen it for the next order.
Step and Repeat
Arrange your artwork in a grid array with row and column controls, spacing, and count. Send the whole array as one job.
Dither Modes
Three dither algorithms: Floyd-Steinberg, Atkinson, and Bayer. Preview each on your image before you burn. Switch with one click.
Offline Licensing
Activate online with one click or offline with a license file. For air-gapped shops that cannot reach the internet from the laser PC.
Feature Overview at a Glance
A quick reference for what Light Lane includes. See each feature page for full details.
| Feature | What It Does | Plan Required |
|---|---|---|
| AI Settings Assistant | Proposes setting changes as a diff you can review before applying. | Pro |
| Material Test Grid | Burns a speed/power matrix so you can pick the best cell visually. | Maker and Pro |
| Templates (.lltemplate) | Saves layout, settings, and placeholder artwork for reuse. | Pro |
| Step and Repeat | Arranges artwork in a grid array with spacing and count controls. | Pro |
| Dither Modes | Three algorithms (Floyd-Steinberg, Atkinson, Bayer) with live preview. | Maker and Pro |
| Offline Licensing | Activates the app on air-gapped machines with a license file. | Maker and Pro |
| Shape Editor | Eight shape presets plus custom freeform drawing for vector work. | Maker and Pro |
| SVG Layer Management | Control layer visibility, order, and per-layer settings for multi-layer SVGs. | Maker and Pro |
| 17 Material Presets | Built-in speed/power starting points for common materials. | Maker and Pro |
Also Built Into Every Copy
- Five processing modes for different artwork types (line art, fills, photos, vectors, mixed).
- Image adjustments: brightness, contrast, sharpness, gamma, and invert.
- G-code preview showing the exact toolpath before you send it to the laser.
- Heatmap overlay that visualizes burn intensity across the entire job.
- Drag-and-drop import for PNG, JPEG, BMP, and SVG files.
- Text editor with system fonts, sizing, spacing, and per-character settings.
- Multi-controller support: switch between GRBL, Marlin, Smoothieware, and Ruida without reinstalling.
- Verified updates on stable and beta channels with one-click install.
Features FAQ
Which features are available on the Maker plan?
Maker includes the material test grid, 17 material presets, all five processing modes, three dither algorithms, image adjustments, G-code preview, shape editor, text editor, SVG layer management, and offline licensing. The AI settings assistant, templates, and Step and Repeat require Pro.
Does Light Lane have a vector editor for cutting?
Light Lane has a shape editor with eight presets (rectangle, circle, star, polygon, and more) plus freeform drawing. It is not a full vector editor like Illustrator or Inkscape. For complex vector work, design in another tool and import as SVG.
Can Light Lane import DXF, AI, or PDF files?
No. Light Lane imports PNG, JPEG, BMP, and SVG. Convert other formats to SVG using Inkscape or your design tool before importing.
Does Light Lane support camera alignment or rotary attachments?
Not yet. Camera alignment and rotary support are not currently available. Check the changelog for updates on upcoming features.
Can I try all features before paying?
Yes. The 14-day free trial gives you full Pro access, including the AI assistant, templates, and Step and Repeat. No credit card required.
Try every feature free for 14 days
Full Pro access. No credit card. Download the app, connect your laser, and test every feature on your own materials.
Next steps
Validate one real workflow in Light Lane, then move to the most relevant guide or feature page.
Last updated February 21, 2026