What patterns can HoleSnap create?
It creates adjustable patterns for perforated panels, grilles, screens, ventilation layouts, speaker grilles, texture work, industrial design, graphic design, fashion design, laser-cut parts, and CNC files.
SVG / DXF / STP vector pattern generator
Vector Pattern Generatorfor SVG, DXF & STP
Create adjustable vector patterns in one browser workflow. Control shape, size, spacing, density, angle, open area, and layout, then export SVG, DXF, or STP instantly.
Live preview with instant editsSVG / DXF / STP exports ready to useOpen area / bridge width auto-calculated
No install required · Open it in your browser · Try first, upgrade later
Vector patterns + engineering controlsSVG / DXF / STP export formats1 workflow from preview to output
Applications
Create vector patterns for design and fabrication
Use HoleSnap for panels, grilles, screens, ventilation layouts, laser-cut parts, and fabrication-ready pattern work.
Cooling panels / chassis grids
Use honeycomb or grid layouts and export DXF files ready for production
Decorative perforated screens
Combine Fibonacci or spiral layouts with density gradients for stronger visual control
Custom gifts / badges
Use star and ring shapes with boundary-based layouts for more expressive forms
Sheet-metal perforation drawings
Precise mm inputs, layered DXF output, and STP validation in one flow
3D-printed lightweight structures
Add weight-saving perforations and export SVG / STP files for fast iteration
Art installations / display pieces
Blend gradient angles and shape variations to generate richer surface textures
Wood partitions
Balance light transmission and strength by checking open area and bridge width
Acoustic panels
Prototype perforation density variations quickly for easier comparison
9 layout modes7 shape types4 themes5 languagesSVG / DXF / STP exports
Workflow
Go from pattern idea to export in 3 steps
1
Set up the canvas
Enter material size in mm, choose a background, and define the working area
2
Tune the parameters
Pick a layout, adjust hole size, spacing, and gradients, and monitor hole count and bridge width live
3
Export the files
Download DXF / SVG / STP files with a single click
Core Features
Control the pattern, not every single shape
Vector Patterns
Create vector patterns for design and fabrication
Generate grids, honeycombs, staggered layouts, boundary patterns, spirals, and Fibonacci fields from parameters. Use them for panels, grilles, screens, laser-cut parts, CNC files, texture studies, and visual pattern work.
Pattern Control
Control the pattern, not every single shape
Change shape, size, spacing, density, angle, open area, and layout, then preview the full pattern update live. Gradient controls support point, line, and curve fields for localized transitions.
Exports
Export SVG, DXF, and STP files
Use one adjustable pattern setup to output SVG, DXF, or STP for laser cutting, CAD, sheet-metal, CNC, and 3D workflows. Canvas preview and exports share the same scene calculation path.
Use Cases
Built for panels, grilles, screens, and fabrication
Hole count, minimum bridge width, and open area update live while you edit. That makes it easier to judge whether a pattern fits ventilation, acoustic, decorative, or fabrication constraints before sampling.
FAQ
Common questions before you start
A quick guide to what HoleSnap creates, who it helps, what it exports, and how it differs from a simple conversion tool.
Which formats can I export?
The main editor supports SVG, DXF, and STP/STEP for CAD, laser cutting, CNC, and engineering validation.
Is it only an open area calculator?
No. Open area and bridge width are live checks; the core workflow is adjustable vector pattern generation.