Fix SVG clipping masks that break cutting
Clipping masks look fine in design apps but often break when imported into cutting software. They hide real geometry instead of replacing it.
Symptoms
- Parts of the design disappear after import
- Cricut warns about unsupported objects
- Hidden shapes still cut
Root causes
- Clipping masks not expanded
- Hidden layers left in SVG
- Transforms and masks combined
How Lumekon fixes it
- Flattens clipped geometry into real shapes
- Removes hidden or unsupported elements
- Outputs clean outlines and backing shapes
Best input tips
- Avoid clipping masks in final cut files
- Flatten or expand masks before export
- Keep SVG structure simple
FAQ
Why do clipping masks fail in cutters?
Most cutting tools don’t fully support SVG masking.
Can Lumekon recover masked shapes?
Lumekon flattens geometry to preserve what should cut.
Is it safe to keep hidden layers?
Hidden layers may still cut. It’s best to remove them.