Describe it. ShapeShift cuts it.
Voice or text-driven AI that generates clean, CNC-ready SVG artwork in seconds. Describe your design, refine it conversationally, edit nodes, and export cut-safe files — no design experience required.
From idea to toolpath in seconds.
No design software. No manual path cleanup. No CNC-unfriendly output. Just describe what you want and let ShapeShift handle the rest.
Describe your design
Talk or type your idea — or upload a photo, sketch, or logo. ShapeShift understands natural language and traces images into CNC-safe paths. Set your material, machine, and dimensions right from the prompt.
AI generates CNC-safe SVG
The AI builds fully closed-path vector artwork, enforces every CNC constraint automatically — no gradients, no open paths, no stray nodes — and validates against your machine and material profile.
Refine, nest, and export
Refine through conversation or the design studio. Add tabs, set cut layers, nest onto a sheet, and share a preview link for client approval. Export SVG or DXF — ready for your machine.
Built for the machine, not the screen.
ShapeShift is not a general design tool forced into CNC workflows. Every feature — AI generation, image tracing, real-world dimensions, nesting, validation, and export — is built from the ground up around CNC constraints. If it can't be cut, it won't ship.
Describe any 2D design in plain language and ShapeShift generates a fully closed-path, CNC-safe SVG instantly. Iteratively refine through natural conversation.
Upload any reference image — a photo, hand-drawn sketch, or existing logo — and AI traces it into clean, CNC-safe vector paths. Automatic cleanup removes noise and closes all paths.
Hands-free workflow via Web Speech API. Describe your design, request modifications, trigger exports, and navigate the studio — all by voice.
Full vector editor built for CNC. Edit nodes, adjust bezier handles, apply boolean operations (union, subtract, intersect), and control stroke weight with precision.
Set physical dimensions directly — "Make this 24 inches wide, 1/8 inch kerf." The canvas works in real units. Every measurement maps to what the machine will actually cut.
Assign paths to dedicated cut layers — pocket cuts, surface engrave, and through-cut all on distinct layers. Each layer exports with the correct depth and operation metadata for your CAM software.
Automatic validation of closed paths, self-intersections, stray points, minimum feature size, and stroke thickness. Real-time status panel with actionable issue flags.
Select your machine (Shapeoko, X-Carve, Glowforge, plasma, router) and material (plywood, aluminum, acrylic, steel). The validator and AI enforce the right kerf width, min feature size, and path rules automatically.
For through-cuts, ShapeShift automatically inserts holding tabs at optimal positions so parts don't fall through mid-cut. Tab size, count, and placement are configurable or AI-suggested per design.
Mirror, rotate, scale, flip, thicken stroke, simplify paths, and apply symmetry — through natural language or toolbar controls. CNC constraints are preserved automatically on every transform.
Place multiple designs onto a single material sheet with automatic nesting — maximizing yield and minimizing offcuts. Set sheet size, margins, and part spacing. One-click re-nest when designs change.
Export clean SVG or DXF directly from the studio. Every export is CNC-validated before download. Version history keeps every iteration of every design.
Send a live, read-only preview link to clients or collaborators. They see the design, dimensions, and CNC report — no account required. Approve, request changes, or leave comments directly on the link.
Start cutting for free.
Every plan includes CNC validation and SVG export. Upgrade when you need unlimited generations, DXF, voice, or team features.
Try it. See what the AI can do.
- 5 AI-generated designs/month
- Basic design studio
- SVG export
- CNC validation
- Limited voice input
- Community support
For makers, fabricators, and small shops.
- Unlimited AI generations
- Full design studio
- Voice mode
- SVG + DXF export
- CNC validation + reports
- Version history (30 days)
- 50 saved projects
- Priority AI queue
For production shops and design studios.
- Everything in Pro
- Unlimited saved projects
- Full version history
- Team collaboration (up to 5)
- API access
- Custom CNC constraint profiles
- Batch generation
- Priority support
Running ShapeShift embedded in your own CNC software, machine brand, or production pipeline? We offer white-label licensing, custom constraint profiles, on-prem deployment, and volume API pricing.
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