Glossary | Upcut Docs

Term	Meaning
Component	A reusable part containing geometry and parameters.
Formula	An expression that calculates a value from other values.
Layer	A named collection of geometry that operations can target.
Operation	The machining choices applied to selected layers.
Parameter	A named input that controls part of a design.
Placement	An instance of a component in a project.
Pocket	An operation that removes material inside an area.
Post-processor	The translator that writes output for a machine controller.
Preflight	Checks that evaluate a job before export.
Profile	An operation that follows a shape's outline.
Project	The drawing and setup for the job you are preparing.
Simulation	A visual review of the modeled machining result.
Stale toolpath	A calculated result that no longer matches the current job.
Stock	The material blank or sheet used for the job.
Toolpath	The calculated movement of the tool for an operation.
Work origin	The reference position used to locate the job on the machine.

Start with Your first project to see how these ideas fit together.