MyCut is a plugin that adds cutting/plotting support to CorelDRAW X7, enabling export of vector paths and control of cutting devices (vinyl cutters, plotters) directly from CorelDRAW.
Even great software has glitches. Here is how to solve the top 3 problems:
Issue 1: The plugin crashes when I click "Cut"
Issue 2: The cutter moves but doesn't cut (blade drags)
Issue 3: The registration mark reading fails (Print & Cut)
| Plugin | Focus | Price (approx) | |---------------|---------------------------|----------------| | CoCut | Professional sign making | $400+ | | SignCut | Dedicated cutter software | $15/month | | Easy Cut Studio | Print & cut, Mac/Win | $59 | | WinPC Sign | Engraving + cutting | $200 |
For vinyl decals, weeding (removing excess vinyl) is a nightmare. MyCut can automatically draw a weeding box (a rectangle around a cluster of decals) to speed up the peeling process.
While newer versions of CorelDRAW exist (X8, 2019-2024), many professionals stick with CorelDRAW X7 due to its stability, low hardware requirements, and vast library of stable plugins. The MyCut plugin performs exceptionally well on X7 because:
MyCut Plugin for CorelDRAW X7 is an excellent value-for-money tool for small sign shops, hobbyists, and laser engravers. It transforms CorelDRAW X7 from a design tool into a production-ready cutting workstation. While not as polished as enterprise solutions like CoCut, its low price and tight integration with X7 make it a worthwhile investment for users who frequently produce contour-cut graphics.
Final verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – Highly recommended for vinyl cutters and laser users on CorelDRAW X7, provided you don’t need advanced nesting or active support.
Before sending a job to your $3,000 cutter, you can view exactly how the blade will move. The HPGL Preview in MyCut shows every pen-up and pen-down movement. If something looks wrong in X7, it will be wrong on the vinyl—this feature saves material.