Xtool Deduplication Option
| Metric | Standard Copy ( xtool standard) | Deduplicated Copy ( xtool -d ) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Low (User-space memory copy) | High (Hashing calculation for every block) | | I/O Write Load | High (100% of source size) | Variable (0% to 100% of source size) | | Throughput | Disk Speed Limit | RAM Speed Limit (if bottlenecked by hashing) |
Select "Delete Duplicate Objects." The system will perform an automated check and instantly remove any overlapping paths that are mathematically identical. xtool deduplication option
In design software like Illustrator or Inkscape, it’s easy to accidentally create "stacked" lines when using boolean operations or importing DXF files. To the human eye, it looks like a single line; however, the laser software reads every single path. Without deduplication, your laser would cut the same line multiple times. Key Benefits for Makers | Metric | Standard Copy ( xtool standard)
For a completely optimized file, you may also want to use the "Join Paths" option located in the same menu to connect open segments into a single continuous cut. Deduplication vs. Other "Combine" Features Without deduplication, your laser would cut the same
DXF files are notorious for containing "shattered" or duplicate paths. Before starting a long project, always run the Deduplication tool and check your . If you see the laser pathing twice over the same area in the preview, your file still has duplicates that need to be cleaned up.
Ensures consistent cut quality, especially on delicate materials like thin wood or paper.
