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6014.1. Creation of Contour toolpathsIn order to begin the creation of a NC programfor the contour operation select the GenerateCNC-Toolpath for Contour Milling byclicking on the icon indicated by arrow A.Write CONTOUR in the Comment field.AThis text will be present at the start of thefinal NC program. When multiple operationsexist in the same NC, it will help to locate andidentify the start of each operation.Click on the outlining contour at the placeindicated by arrow B.CBThis highlights the outline contour, and thedirection of the arrows indicate the way thetool will travel.What side the tool will machine, is controlledby the Work Side drop down box on theGeneral tab in the parameters dialog.Click on Parameters by arrow C.Enter the values in the dialogs as shown.