---
title: Choosing a file to cut 
slug: choosing-a-file-to-cut-
step: 3
howto: cut-out-shapes-out-of-plastic-sheets-with-a-cnc-
tags: ["HDPE"]
category: uncategorized
difficulty: Medium
time: < 5 hours
location: Mexico City, Mexico
---
# Step 3: Choosing a file to cut 
Proceed to use a vector graphics editor like Inkscape to design or obtain a vector file. 

Download the SVG file and import it into Easel.
![4.jpg](/resources/howtos/cut-out-shapes-out-of-plastic-sheets-with-a-cnc-/4.jpg)
![5.jpg](/resources/howtos/cut-out-shapes-out-of-plastic-sheets-with-a-cnc-/5.jpg)