Complete suite of layout, design, output and conversion tools
Gerber Omega, industry-leading design and output software
Omega offers the industry’s most complete suite of layout, design, output, and conversion tools.
It accommodates the cutting and printing of vinyl and specialty materials, and supports routing applications for dimensional sign making, woodworking, and parts fabrication.
Omega design and output solutions are fine tuned for sign industry production devices and provide seamless integration with vinyl cutters, the family of thermal transfer printers, and routers.
Gerber Omega 8.0 design and output software delivers a new level of excellence and performance for sign and specialty graphic professionals.
Gerber Omega 8.0 builds on its solid set of tools and functions, while offering exciting new features, improvements, and efficiencies.
These enhancements enable beginners to hit the ground running, while providing seasoned experts the ability to create even more sophisticated, technical, and advanced layouts with greater ease – and in less time.
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Windows 11 Compatible
OMEGA 8.0 is compatible with Windows 11 OS.
Clip Art Toolbar
Commonly used design elements and clip art are made quickly available with this new feature
Navigation is made easier with the new Navigator window. This window can be floated over your Composer window or parked on another monitor.
Improved Dimension Toolbar
We added the option to show dimension in Feet-Inches e.g., 4’ - 8”.
New Effects Toolbar
A very popular request is fulfilled with the addition of this new toolbar for Effects. Keystroke/time savings here that allows you to get your work done faster.
File-Open Enhancements
The preview image saved resolution is increased and is now displayed larger in the open screen. You can see and sort by the data you have saved in the Description, Customer, and Keywords area.
Zoom 1:1
Showing your artwork at a 1:1 ratio on your screen is easy now with the new 1:1 zoom tool.
Export Options Templates
Export to PDF(GSP65) and EPS now has the ability to save option sets as templates. This makes exporting for various applications easier and streamlines the process and ensures export consistency.
Bitmap Fill Justification
When using Bitmap fill you can now select the justification of the image during the filling process
Clipping Path Enhancements
When making a Clipping Path we now hold onto the groups of objects being used in the Clipping Path
Export/Import Customize Keyboard SETS
You now can Save and Load your Customize Keyboard as sets and you can also import and export those to be used on other computers that also have the Load Customize Keyboard option
Export/Import Layouts
You now can Save and Load your toolbar Layouts. This allows you to import and export those to be used on other computers running OMEGA 8.0
Cut/Print Time Estimates
Omega Plot 8.0 includes an estimate of time for the Gerber Edge and Gerber plotters to complete the job
ARTPath™ & Auto-Carve
ARTPath™ routing and engraving software is a simple yet powerful component of OMEGA software that converts vector graphics into Gerber router/cutter tool paths and comes standard with the purchase of any Gerber router or flatbed cutting system.
Using an intuitive, non-CNC graphical user interface, ARTPath provides user control and creation of routing speeds and feeds, male and female tool offsets, engraving paths, multiple offsets, multiple depths, clean-outs, inlays, and more.
Auto-Carve™ 3D is a software option for ARTPath that enables your Gerber router to create traditional hand-carved looking text and graphics.
Certified Routing and Engraving Bits
Still have GRAPHIX ADVANTAGE™ or older versions of OMEGA?
You will be amazed at the new features and functions available in OMEGA 8.0.
If you already have Gerber OMEGA software, you can add additional complete OMEGA stations with the OMEGA Multiple Installation Program (Not available in all countries).
Create THOUSANDS of rich solid spot colors with the GERBER EDGE® Series, GerberColor Foils, and Gerber OMEGA™ software. By printing one spot color on top of another, you create a new color result.
Gerber's extensive selection of typefaces prepares you for any professional type challenge from decorative and classic styles, to casual and script. Gerber fonts are hand-digitized to ensure quality and conformance to architectural and industry standards.
All Fonts included with OMEGA Cut & Print
All Fonts included with OMEGA CS
Gerber Clipart Library Pack
GERBER EDGE Font Pack
Gerber Highway Font Pack
Gerber OMEGA Font Packs offer an impressive number of additional fonts at a very low cost. The following font Packs are available for purchase:
Sign & Graphics Contacts
Sales Support
Toll Free (US): 800-222-7446 (SIGN)
Phone (Intl): 860-871-8082
Fax: 800-227-6228 or 860-870-2870
Email (U.S.): gspsalessupport@gerbertechnology.com
Services Support
Toll Free (US): 800-828-5406
Phone (Intl): 860-871-8082
Fax: 860-871-3820
Email: Callcenter.Americas@lectra.com
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