View source for Protocase Designer Version 4.6.8 Release Notes-Aug 30,17

'''Version 4.6.8 Release Notes'''
===Lock items===
Designer now supports the ability to lock objects in the Face Editor to prevent them from being moved, edited or deleted. <br> The lock function can be used on all types of objects, including:
*Cutouts
*Graphics
*Fasteners
*Hardware
You can also lock several objects at the same time.
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===Interface & help===
*Designer's interface is now streamlined with new buttons and tool menus. <br>
*Context Help & Tool Tips have been added throughout the software to provide additional help and guidance on how to use each feature.
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===Printing & Silkscreening===
'''Scalable Vector Graphics'''
*Designer now supports the ability to import, place and display scalable vector graphic files (.SVG) in addition to bitmap images.
*All other types of vector graphic files (.AI, .EPS, .DXF, .DWG, or .PDF) can be uploaded and added to your design file, but it will not actually be displayed.
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===Fonts===
Protocase designer now supports the ability to upload your own fonts. In the Face Editor, click '''Graphics > Import fonts'''.<br><br>
'''The following fonts have been added:'''
*Archer 
*Bank Gothic 
*Britannic Bold 
*CAC Futura Casual Bold 
*Gunblade 
*Gunship 
*Pirulen 
*Prototype 
*Segoe Print 
*Serifa BT 
*Serpentine Com Medium Oblique 
*Sui Generis Free 
*Charter BT Black
[[File:New_fonts.png|300px]]
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'''The following fonts have been removed:'''
*HandWriting
*Viking Stencil 
*MarketingScript Shadow
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===Powdercoat colors===
'''The following powdercoat colors have been added:'''
*FS 33446 Desert Tan Smooth Flat Polyester Powder
*RAL 7040 Window Gray Smooth Glossy Polyester Powder
*FS 17038 Black Full Gloss Smooth Polyester Powder
*FS 37038 Flat Black Smooth Flat Polyester Powder (Replaces Proto-Legacy Matte Black)
*RAL 3020 Traffic Red Glossy Polyester Powder
*RAL 3005 Wine Red Smooth Glossy Polyester Powder
*RAL 1003 Signal Yellow Smooth Glossy Polyester Powder
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===Silkscreen colors===
This release of Protocase Designer includes the latest stocked silkscreen color:
*Pantone 201C, Epoxy Ink
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===Preferences===
*The Protocase Designer interface is now compatible with 4K monitors and high-resolution screens.
*To change your display interface settings, you must click '''Edit > Preferences''' and change the Interface Settings - Buttons, Tools & Labels to Standard, Large or Custom.<br>
*Designer now runs 64 bit on 64 bit windows machines, and 32 on 32 bit windows machines.
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===Exporting Protocase Designer Files===
You can now export your Protocase Designer assembly (.pda) as an IGES file. Click on Export Menu > Export Assembly to IGES.<br>
'''Note:''' IGES files exported from Protocase Designer are currently incompatible with SolidWorks, but will be useable with SolidWorks 2018.
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===Other fixes===
*Problems with screws missing on some small l-shape and u-shape
*Problem with rear of rear bend rackmount
*Incorrect calculation of number of silkscreen colors if bitmaps used
*Correct exclusion zones based on material and thickness
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===Known issues===

We have had reports of issues with Windows 10 and Protocase Designer 4.6. We are investigating these currently and will have solutions as soon as possible.

A few additional problems exist in this version; please see [[Knowledgebase - Known Issues]] for details. As they are fixed, they will be recorded on the [[Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released]] page, along with links to the Beta version containing the fixes.

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