In the Fill tab, change the property from "None" to "Step" (or "Tatami" depending on your version; "Hot" works best with Step).
The "Hot" preset defaults to a spacing of 0.45mm . For standard polyester twill, this is perfect. For caps (high curve), change the spacing to 0.40mm . For fleece (high pile), change to 0.50mm . wilcom embroidery 45 hot
In the Angle field (usually represented by a dial or numeric box), delete the default number and type 45 . Press Enter. Your preview should now show diagonal lines. In the Fill tab, change the property from
| Feature | Standard Tatami (0°) | Standard Step (90°) | | E-Vent (Pique) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Angle | 0° (Horizontal) | 90° (Vertical) | 45° Diagonal | 20° (Custom) | | Density | 0.50mm | 0.50mm | 0.40-0.45mm | 0.80mm | | Best For | Small patches | Lettering stems | Large curved fills | Golf shirts | | Pull Compensation | Low | Medium | Very High | None (intentionally holey) | | Stitch Count | Low | Low | Medium | Very Low | For caps (high curve), change the spacing to 0