# CNC Software Question **URL:** \ **Category:** Uncategorized\ **Created:** [March 22, 2021, 2:13am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/cnc-software-question/4503 "2021-03-22T02:13:34Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![GAUser](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/35a633/32.png) [@GAUser](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/GAUser)\ **Post date:** [March 22, 2021, 2:13am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/cnc-software-question/4503/1 "2021-03-22T02:13:34Z")
Just purchased the onefinity after a little research on the different machines, it seemed to be the most solid built and user “Newbie” friendly setup. However I’m not so sure about the software, being totally new to this discipline I have found the software is not cheap so like the machine I would like to make a good choice for the software, which brings me here. My goal starting off is to make custom designed signs, not just the lettering but scenery as well custom works if you will, and of course as I grow with the machine in time be able to do more things maybe design a guitar from start to finish. Any help in this area would be greatly appreciated, so Thanks ahead of time. ---
**Author:** ![GroovyLaser](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.onefinitycnc.com/groovylaser/32/389_2.png) [@GroovyLaser](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/GroovyLaser)\ **Post date:** [March 22, 2021, 2:27am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/cnc-software-question/4503/2 "2021-03-22T02:27:45Z")
If you are just starting out in CNC. I would suggest using Carbide Create or Easel. They are both free and pretty easy to use to get you feet wet. Once you’ve got the hang of things upgrade to something like VCarve Desktop/PRO or Carvco Maker. Fusion 360 also free and more powerful but there is a steep learning curve unless you are already comfortable with CAD/CAM software. There are quite a few posts on this subject. If you type “software” in the search you’ll get a bunch of hits. Here are a couple of threads… > [@Software that is used with the Onefinity](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/software-that-is-used-with-the-onefinity/4039): > > Hey guys! I am new here I ordered my Onefinity a month or so ago and it should be here around the last week of April or first week of May. I am starting to get things around for it so that I am ready when it arrives. One thing I am looking for input on is the software that some of you would suggest. Does it come with software? Is there a different recommendation? Vcarve Pro? Others? I am also going to be adding the Jtech laser either to my current order or getting it shortly after I receive the … > [@Newbe software learning curve](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/newbe-software-learning-curve/2919): > > I am a total newbe to CNC and I ordered a Onefinity today. Can I get the software to practice with while I wait 3 months for delivery? ---
**Author:** ![GAUser](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/35a633/32.png) [@GAUser](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/GAUser)\ **Post date:** [March 22, 2021, 11:57pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/cnc-software-question/4503/3 "2021-03-22T23:57:02Z")
I should have read down in the forum before posting the question, thanks for the info…