How does the Hot Folder feature work?

The Hot Folder feature is designed for workflows where you regularly create work files and need PLT-files generated automatically — for example, when using contour cutting with QR codes.

Note: The Hot Folder feature is only available in SignCut Pro 2, version 1490 or later.

Setup

  • The source and destination folder can be the same.
  • Place your work file (.ai or .pdf) into the source folder.
  • Important: PDF files must always be saved without compression.

What happens next

SignCut processes the file based on the selected driver:

  • Drivers with contour cutting support(e.g., Vulcan, Summa, ARMS):
    • If the file contains registration marks → a contour cut PLT-file is generated in the destination folder.
    • If no registration marks are found → a regular cut file is generated instead.
  • Drivers without contour cutting support:
    • A normal cut file is generated in the destination folder.

Once processing is complete, the original AI or PDF file is removed from the source folder.

Workflow benefit

You can simply copy or paste files into the source folder, and SignCut will automatically create the correct PLT cut-files in the destination folder — ready for use on USB sticks or other workflows.