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Larry: /* Additional Addons */

2026-04-29T17:55:14Z

Additional Addons

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	=== Additional Addons ===		=== Additional Addons ===
	Besides the KM-FreeCAD Addon noted above, there are many other Addons that you may find helpful. Some of the ones that we've discussed in previous CAM Jam sessions are listed below.		Besides the KM-FreeCAD Addon noted above, there are many other Addons that you may find helpful. Some of the ones that we've discussed in previous CAM Jam sessions are listed below.
	* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD		* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD.
	* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.		* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.
	* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with Timestamp' and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.		* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with Timestamp' and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.

Larry: /* Additional Addons */

2026-04-29T17:54:50Z

Additional Addons

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	* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD		* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD
	* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.		* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.
	* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with ~~Timesampt~~ and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.		* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with Timestamp' and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.

	=== Feeds & Speeds ===		=== Feeds & Speeds ===

Larry: /* NibblerBOT */

2026-04-29T17:49:09Z

NibblerBOT

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	#* In the resulting popup window enter '<nowiki>https://github.com/KnoxMakers/KM-FreeCAD'</nowiki> in the Repository URL and 'main' in the Branch fields.		#* In the resulting popup window enter '<nowiki>https://github.com/KnoxMakers/KM-FreeCAD'</nowiki> in the Repository URL and 'main' in the Branch fields.
	#* Click on Apply, then OK to close the window.		#* Click on Apply, then OK to close the window.
	# Go to the Addon Manager by selecting Tools -> Addon Manager from the menu.[[File:~~KM_FreeCAD~~.png\|150x150px~~\|thumb~~\|Click to Enlarge]]		# Go to the Addon Manager by selecting Tools -> Addon Manager from the menu.[[File:KM FreeCAD.png\|thumb\|150x150px\|Click to Enlarge]]
	#* Make sure your filter is set to 'Any, Any' and then type 'knox makers' in the search field. This should find the KM-FreeCAD Addon. '''If that doesn't work you may need to search for 'km' and select the KM-FreeCAD Addon.'''		#* Make sure your filter is set to 'Any, Any' and then type 'knox makers' in the search field. This should find the KM-FreeCAD Addon. '''If that doesn't work you may need to search for 'km' and select the KM-FreeCAD Addon.'''
	#* Select the Knox Makers FreeCAD Manager/KM-FreeCAD Addon and you should get a popup window with details on the Addon, click the Install button. Once installation is complete acknowledge the Success window that will pop up and Close the detail window.		#* Select the Knox Makers FreeCAD Manager/KM-FreeCAD Addon and you should get a popup window with details on the Addon, click the Install button. Once installation is complete acknowledge the Success window that will pop up and Close the detail window.

Larry: Updating to reflect KM-FreeCAD and Knox Makers FreeCAD Manager

2026-04-29T17:40:30Z

Updating to reflect KM-FreeCAD and Knox Makers FreeCAD Manager

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	#* Click on Apply, then OK to close the window.		#* Click on Apply, then OK to close the window.
	# Go to the Addon Manager by selecting Tools -> Addon Manager from the menu.[[File:KM_FreeCAD.png\|150x150px\|thumb\|Click to Enlarge]]		# Go to the Addon Manager by selecting Tools -> Addon Manager from the menu.[[File:KM_FreeCAD.png\|150x150px\|thumb\|Click to Enlarge]]
	#* Make sure your filter is set to 'Any, Any' and then type KM in the search field. This should find the KM-FreeCAD Addon.		#* Make sure your filter is set to 'Any, Any' and then type 'knox makers' in the search field. This should find the KM-FreeCAD Addon. '''If that doesn't work you may need to search for 'km' and select the KM-FreeCAD Addon.'''
	#* Select the KM-FreeCAD Addon and you should get a popup window with details on the Addon, click the Install button. Once installation is complete acknowledge the Success window that will pop up and Close the detail window.		#* Select the Knox Makers FreeCAD Manager/KM-FreeCAD Addon and you should get a popup window with details on the Addon, click the Install button. Once installation is complete acknowledge the Success window that will pop up and Close the detail window.
	#* FreeCAD will prompt to Restart, select Restart Now.		#* FreeCAD will prompt to Restart, select Restart Now.
	# Verify your installation		# Verify your installation

Larry at 17:13, 29 April 2026

2026-04-29T17:13:56Z

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	=== Additional Addons ===		=== Additional Addons ===
	Besides the KM-FreeCAD Addon noted above, there are many other Addons that you may find helpful. Some of the ones that we've discussed in previous CAM Jam sessions are ~~linked~~ below.		Besides the KM-FreeCAD Addon noted above, there are many other Addons that you may find helpful. Some of the ones that we've discussed in previous CAM Jam sessions are listed below.
	* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD		* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD
	* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.		* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.

Larry at 17:12, 29 April 2026

2026-04-29T17:12:49Z

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	* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.		* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.
	* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with Timesampt and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.		* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with Timesampt and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.

			=== Feeds & Speeds ===
			While there are various tools and calculators to give you a starting point, nothing beats real world experience. With that in mind a table has been started to capture operator feedback from NibblerBOT doing operations on different types of woods and using the various bits available. Check for previous operations that may be similar to one you're considering and of course please add your own results to help us all out!! If you have a KM account you can log in and edit, no special permissions needed.

			[[NibblerBOT Feeds Speeds\|View/edit NibblerBOT Feeds & Speeds]]

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Larry at 17:00, 29 April 2026

2026-04-29T17:00:25Z

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	# Use the provided job templates for quick setup.		# Use the provided job templates for quick setup.
	# Tool definitions and shapes are available under the Tools directory.		# Tool definitions and shapes are available under the Tools directory.

			=== Additional Addons ===
			Besides the KM-FreeCAD Addon noted above, there are many other Addons that you may find helpful. Some of the ones that we've discussed in previous CAM Jam sessions are linked below.
			* OpenTheme - available directly from Addon Manager - Light and Dark themes for FreeCAD
			* SaveAndRestore - available directly from Addon Manager - A simple addon to save and restore your settings.
			* SaveUtils - [https://github.com/jefe317/SaveUtils custom repository] - Adds 'Save As with Timesampt and 'Save As Increment' to File menu.

Larry: Installation updates - Cleaned up dupe links, added reference and link to installation and configuration video.

2026-04-29T16:43:58Z

Installation updates - Cleaned up dupe links, added reference and link to installation and configuration video.

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	=== Installation ===		=== Installation ===
	As of March 31, 2026 the preferred version of FreeCAD to run will be the latest version found here - [https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest]. This version is preferred because it includes support options for our CNC, NibblerBOT, that aren't available in other versions. FreeCAD is available to run on many platforms including LINUX, Windows, and MacOS. ~~You can find and download the appropriate version of FreeCAD for your OS here - https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest~~		As of March 31, 2026 the preferred version of FreeCAD to run will be the latest version found here - [https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest]. This version is preferred because it includes support options for our CNC, NibblerBOT, that aren't available in other versions. FreeCAD is available to run on many platforms including LINUX, Windows, and MacOS.

	===== The installation of Unsigned Applications may require additional steps. =====		===== The installation of Unsigned Applications may require additional steps. =====
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	** Enable Developer Mode: Navigate to Settings > Privacy & Security > For developers and enable Developer Mode to allow installation of apps from any source.		** Enable Developer Mode: Navigate to Settings > Privacy & Security > For developers and enable Developer Mode to allow installation of apps from any source.
	** Use PowerShell for MSIX/Appx Packages: Run an elevated PowerShell and use Add-AppPackage -AllowUnsigned "C:\Path\To\App.msix" to install packages without a valid signature.		** Use PowerShell for MSIX/Appx Packages: Run an elevated PowerShell and use Add-AppPackage -AllowUnsigned "C:\Path\To\App.msix" to install packages without a valid signature.
			Billy has put together a video on [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GtQJIhNWR8 Installing and configuring v1.1.0CAM+ version of FreeCAD for CAM]. Beyond the installation of FreeCAD this video, as the name implies, covers suggested initial preference changes and helpful setup tips for FreeCAD. '''Note that it also covers the installation of the KM-FreeCAD Addon which is also documented in the NibblerBOT section below.'''

	=== Learning The Software ===		=== Learning The Software ===

Billy: /* What is FreeCAD */

2026-04-10T22:41:08Z

What is FreeCAD

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	=== Installation ===		=== Installation ===
	As of March 31, 2026 the preferred version of FreeCAD to run will be the latest version found here - https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases. This version is preferred because it includes support options for our CNC, NibblerBOT, that aren't available in other versions. FreeCAD is available to run on many platforms including LINUX, Windows, and MacOS. You can find and download the appropriate version of FreeCAD for your OS here - https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases		As of March 31, 2026 the preferred version of FreeCAD to run will be the latest version found here - [https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest]. This version is preferred because it includes support options for our CNC, NibblerBOT, that aren't available in other versions. FreeCAD is available to run on many platforms including LINUX, Windows, and MacOS. You can find and download the appropriate version of FreeCAD for your OS here - https://github.com/Connor9220/FreeCAD/releases/latest

	===== The installation of Unsigned Applications may require additional steps. =====		===== The installation of Unsigned Applications may require additional steps. =====

Billy: /* Installation */

2026-04-05T19:22:09Z

Installation

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	===== The installation of Unsigned Applications may require additional steps. =====		===== The installation of Unsigned Applications may require additional steps. =====

	* MacOS installation note: You may need to run <code>xattr -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/FreeCAD.app</code> before MacOS will let you launch FreeCAD. ~~(HT: adam_williams)~~		* MacOS installation note: You may need to run <code>xattr -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/FreeCAD.app</code> before MacOS will let you launch FreeCAD.
	* Windows - various methods for Installing Unsigned Applications:		* Windows - various methods for Installing Unsigned Applications:
	** Change App Installation Sources (Windows 10/11): Go to Settings > Apps > Advanced App Settings (or "Apps & features") and change "Choose where to get apps" to Anywhere.		** Change App Installation Sources (Windows 10/11): Go to Settings > Apps > Advanced App Settings (or "Apps & features") and change "Choose where to get apps" to Anywhere.