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PDIs are executable programs written to extend the functionality of EdgeCAM.
A PDI is a library of commands used to perform a particular task. By running a PDI you could, for example, draw a bolt head in one operation.
To run a PDI:
Click the Custom menu then click Run Executable.
In the PDI dialog that appears click the Name box and from the drop down list select the PDI.
Note that this runs a PDI in the folder 'installation folder\cam\pdi\cat-run'. PDIs that you use in this way are called 'category run PDIs'.
(PDIs are also used to provide some of the standard menu commands of EdgeCAM, such as Rectangle. These are in the folder installation folder\cam\pdi\menu-run directory.)
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Warning Category-run PDIs cannot be used in EdgeCAM Student Edition. |
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Note for Advanced Users - You can produce your own PDIs with the PDI Toolkit. You must also learn about the internal workings of EdgeCAM. |