Auto digitizing software refers to programs that allow embroiders to create stitching patterns from images. The software works by taking a a user inputted image of what the user would like to embroider, and after selecting a series of options and choices, the program produces an embroidery design to be used by an embroidering machine. This method is usable only for computerized machine
. embroidery, as the resultant file can only be loaded into an embroidery machine capable of reading the type of file that is produced. Prior to the 1980s, machine embroidery depended on the use of paper tape, which would have the intended design punched out on it so that an embroidery machine would produce the desired image. Using auto digitizing software with computerized machine embroidery works in a similar way, but without the use of paper tape. Instead, any image desired can be uploaded into the digitizing program. Experts and industry professionals recommend, however, that certain types of images are better than other for use in this kind of software as some images may be too complex or possess difficult qualities to render in order to create a satisfactory piece of work. While some embroiders take it upon themselves to learn how to manually digitize images for use in embroidery machines, auto digitizing software does this work for its user. After creating an image using this type of software, embroiders may have the option to edit the design or add other designs to it. Once the designer is satisfied by the design, the finished design file is ready to be loaded into the user's machine. Once the fabric has been loaded into the machine and it has been stabilized, it is ready to start producing the user's image. Experts recommend that users monitor the machine while it is in operation in order to prevent mishaps even if the machine is entirely automatic. http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us/autodigitizing_FAQ.pdf or http://www.secretsof.com/content/1251
