SVG to G-code Converter

Convert SVG paths and shapes to CNC or laser G-code locally.

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Machine typeFinal width (mm)Height scales to match.Cutting speed (mm/min)Speed while cutting or drawing.Laser power (S value)Usually 1000 max, depending on your machine.

Number of passesHow many times to repeat each path.Color Mapping

Paths

Segments

Work Area

100.0 × 66.67 mm

Cut Distance

436.5 mm

Operations

C:1 S:1 E:1

Laser output uses M4 dynamic power. Confirm GRBL 1.1f or later, laser mode ($32=1), the controller power scale and work origin before use. G0 travel uses the machine's rapid-speed limits.

1 open path found. Verify this is intentional for plotting, scoring, or engraving.

SVG Input

sample.svg

Toolpath Preview

Test on scrap material first.

G-code Output

; Generated by Sticraft Local Vectorizer
; Profile: grbl-laser
; Work area: 100 x 66.667 mm
; Paths: 3
G21 ; millimeters
G90 ; absolute positioning
G94 ; units per minute feed
M5
; Operation: engrave
G0 X20.833 Y18.333
G1 X21.434 Y19.602 F1920 M4 S135
G1 X22.065 Y20.831 F1920
G1 X22.724 Y22.019 F1920
G1 X23.411 Y23.167 F1920
G1 X24.125 Y24.275 F1920
G1 X24.864 Y25.343 F1920
G1 X25.628 Y26.37 F1920
G1 X26.416 Y27.357 F1920
G1 X27.227 Y28.303 F1920
G1 X28.06 Y29.21 F1920
G1 X28.913 Y30.076 F1920
G1 X29.787 Y30.902 F1920
G1 X30.68 Y31.687 F1920
G1 X31.591 Y32.432 F1920
G1 X32.519 Y33.137 F1920
G1 X33.464 Y33.802 F1920
G1 X34.423 Y34.426 F1920
G1 X35.397 Y35.011 F1920
G1 X36.384 Y35.554 F1920
G1 X37.384 Y36.058 F1920
G1 X38.395 Y36.521 F1920
G1 X39.417 Y36.944 F1920
G1 X40.448 Y37.327 F1920
G1 X41.488 Y37.669 F1920
G1 X42.535 Y37.971 F1920
G1 X43.589 Y38.233 F1920
G1 X44.649 Y38.455 F1920
G1 X45.713 Y38.636 F1920
G1 X46.782 Y38.777 F1920
G1 X47.853 Y38.878 F1920
G1 X48.926 Y38.938 F1920
G1 X50 Y38.958 F1920
G1 X51.074 Y38.938 F1920
G1 X52.147 Y38.878 F1920
G1 X53.218 Y38.777 F1920
G1 X54.287 Y38.636 F1920
G1 X55.351 Y38.455 F1920
G1 X56.411 Y38.233 F1920
G1 X57.465 Y37.971 F1920
G1 X58.512 Y37.669 F1920
G1 X59.552 Y37.327 F1920
G1 X60.583 Y36.944 F1920
G1 X61.605 Y36.521 F1920
G1 X62.616 Y36.058 F1920
G1 X63.616 Y35.554 F1920
G1 X64.603 Y35.011 F1920
G1 X65.577 Y34.426 F1920
G1 X66.536 Y33.802 F1920
G1 X67.481 Y33.137 F1920
G1 X68.409 Y32.432 F1920
G1 X69.32 Y31.687 F1920
G1 X70.213 Y30.902 F1920
G1 X71.087 Y30.076 F1920
G1 X71.94 Y29.21 F1920
G1 X72.773 Y28.303 F1920
G1 X73.584 Y27.357 F1920
G1 X74.372 Y26.37 F1920
G1 X75.136 Y25.343 F1920
G1 X75.875 Y24.275 F1920
G1 X76.589 Y23.167 F1920
G1 X77.276 Y22.019 F1920
G1 X77.935 Y20.831 F1920
G1 X78.566 Y19.602 F1920
G1 X79.167 Y18.333 F1920
M5
; Operation: score
G0 X65 Y33.333
G2 X35 Y33.333 I-15 J0 F1500 M4 S248
G2 X65 Y33.333 I15 J0 F1500
M5
; Operation: cut
G0 X8.333 Y8.333
G1 X8.333 Y58.333 F1200 M4 S450
G1 X91.667 Y58.333 F1200
G1 X91.667 Y8.333 F1200
G1 X8.333 Y8.333 F1200
M5
G0 X0 Y0
M5
M2

How it works

Drop an SVG. It is already vector, so its paths map straight to a toolpath.
Select your machine profile (GRBL laser or pen plotter) and set work size and speeds.
Set laser power and pass count for cutting, or leave power at zero for a pen plotter.
Export the G-code and check the toolpath preview before running the job.

What people use it for

Sending an SVG design to a GRBL laser without a separate CAM step.
Driving a pen plotter from vector art.
Converting cut or engrave outlines into machine-ready G-code.
Plotting SVG art on a DIY GRBL pen plotter.

Good to know

SVG fills and text are not toolpaths. Convert text to paths and use outlined strokes for predictable results.
The G-code is GRBL-oriented; verify feeds, power, and origin against your specific machine.
Preview and dry-run first. Machine and material settings are yours to confirm.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need CAM software?

Not for straightforward jobs: this maps SVG paths directly to GRBL G-code with your speed and power settings, which covers most laser and plotter work.

How do I set it up for a pen plotter?

Choose the pen-plotter profile and set laser power to zero; the toolpath then uses pen-up/pen-down moves instead of laser power.

Is my SVG uploaded?

No, the conversion runs locally in your browser.

Do I need Inkscape's G-code extension?

No. Drop the SVG, pick a GRBL laser or pen plotter profile and download the G-code in your browser; there is no plugin to install.

Is the G-code GRBL-compatible?

Yes, it is written for GRBL boards and the senders that drive them, such as LaserGRBL or Universal Gcode Sender. Other controller families speak related but not identical dialects, so preview the toolpath and check your controller's documentation first.

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