This feature is included in the Basic Edition and above.

Silhouette Studio provides an Offset feature to create matting effects (sometimes referred to 'shadowing' or 'creating shadows'). This is where an additional offset line is created either outside or inside the design's original outer lines.

Creating Offsets

To create a matting effect for your image:

  1. Open the Offset panel (on the right-hand tool bar)
  2. Click on your design to select it
  3. Click on the 'Offset' or 'Internal Offset' option

    'Offset' Example:


    'Internal Offset' Example:

  4. Adjust the 'Offset Distance' options to your desired settings

    Offset Distance: The greater the number, the farther away the traced shadow or mat will be from the original design

    Corner vs. Round: The corner option will provide sharp edges while the round option will provide smooth edges

    NOTE: You will not be able to adjust these settings after you hit 'Apply' in the next step. They can only be manipulated while being created.

  5. Once finished, click Apply

Offset Video