The Posting Tab

Introduction

The Posting tab of the Layer-UCS-Post Manager displays posted NC programs.

How to Post NC Programs

To post the code for any toolpath that has been computed:

• In the CAM Tree, right-click the job name (for example, Milling Job), and click Post or click Post & Save As.

The posted NC code is displayed in the Posting tab.

The Posting Tab Shortcut Menu - How to Save and Edit Code

After posting a program, right-click anywhere in the Posting tab to display a shortcut menu with the following items. Use these options to save or edit the code that displays in the Posting tab.

• Save As - opens the Save As dialog box for you to select a location, name, and save the code as an .nc file.

TIP:   The numerical control (.nc) file is a text file that can be edited with any text editor. When you post a program, the file is automatically saved to the default location for .nc files: C:\BobCAD-CAM Data\*(Current Version)*\NC\...

• Edit CNC - opens the Predator CNC Editor with the posted code. Editing, back-plotting, and other actions can be performed with the editor.
• Mach 3 - if you have purchased Mach 3, you can open the code in the Mach 3 software.

Related Topics

Post Processors

Machining (Posting) Order Dialog Box

Getting to Know the User Interface