Sampling
Controls how densely geometry is sampled into toolpath points. Higher quality means smoother curves but longer generation time.
Block
Interactive preview is available in the interactive reader.
Parameters
quality- Preset sampling density: Minimum (no subdivision, native G-code), Draft (1.0 mm), Good (0.5 mm), or Super (0.2 mm).
segment length (mm)- Override: set an exact segment length. Smaller = smoother, more points. Leave empty to use the quality preset.
How it works
Sampling determines how many points are generated along curves. More points = smoother curves but slower generation. The quality presets provide sensible defaults:
| Quality | Segment length | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | No subdivision | Compact G-code, straight lines and native arcs (default) |
| Draft | 1.0 mm | Quick previews, testing |
| Good | 0.5 mm | Smooth curves, normal use |
| Super | 0.2 mm | Final exports, highly detailed curves |
Minimum produces the smallest G-code: straight lines emit a single G1 command, arcs and circles emit native G2/G3 commands (when Arc Support is enabled in printer settings). Curves that have no native G-code equivalent (bezier, spiral, sine wave) are still sampled with enough points to be accurate.