How to Use gSender for CNC | Full Beginner Setup & Control Tutorial [latest version]

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Want to learn how to use gSender for your CNC router? This complete beginner’s tutorial walks you through the entire gSender interface—showing how to connect your machine, load files, probe, jog, and run your first job with confidence. Whether you're just starting out or switching from another G-code sender like UGS, this step-by-step guide will help you feel fully in control of your CNC router. gSender is free CNC control software built for GRBL and GrblHAL-based machines, including the LongMill, Altmill, and other hobbyist CNC routers. This video is based on the latest version of gSender, so you’re learning the most current features and layout. What’s covered: • Machine setup and homing • Jogging, zeroing, and probing • Loading G-code and running jobs • Macros, console, and workflow tips Download gSender here → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/m1l62d For router bits, beginner kits, and expert CNC support, visit https://idcwoodcraft.com __________________________________ PRODUCTS MENTIONED 90° ultra-clean cutting v-bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SV-90 3/16 compression endmill → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/CM-316 1/4" roundover bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/RO-14 Altmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/k0ecg7 Longmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/a0x8z9 Standard Touch Plate → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/ypj1s0 Auto-Zero Touch Plate → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/gxkbg5 VIDEOS MENTIONED Altmill CNC router review → https://youtu.be/CoU-08aTNgs Longmill CNC router review → https://youtu.be/rqKwcqHdSPw How to use Oramask masking on CNC projects → FREE DOWNLOADS Complete IDC Video List → https://www.click.idcwoodcraft.com/video-list CNC Project Set Up Checklist → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n Altmill Ordering Guide → https://www.click.idcwoodcraft.com/altmill-buyers-guide __________________________________ ROUTER BITS FOR CNC ROUTERS - 12pc Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/11P-SET-W - 6pc Essentials CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/6P-SET - 1” Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10 - Other bits: IDC Woodcraft Website → www.idcwoodcraft.com ----------------------------------------------------- IDC Woodcraft Mobile App (FREE) - Apple → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/vax4kc - Android → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/32hhz5 ----------------------------------------------------- IDC Woodcraft Router Bit Database https://idcwoodcraft.com/pages/database-downloads ----------------------------------------------------- OTHER ‘MUST HAVES’ FOR CNC ROUTERS - Calipers → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/vp2a3e - Sanding/Buffing Brushes → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/u01ge2 ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDED DESIGN SOFTWARE - Vcarve Pro (RECOMMENDED) → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/c19df4 - Vcarve Desktop → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/63mso5 - Vectric Aspire → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/7zfwyp ----------------------------------------------------- COMPLETE VECTRIC SOFTWARE TRAINING → https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/CqkFCPi3 ---------------------------------------------------- CNC RESOURCES - Ultimate CNC Router Buyer’s Guide → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xxakuh --------------------------------------------- CNC ENTREPRENEURS Facebook Group → https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncentrepreneurs ------------------------------------------------------ CNC Insiders (free files and more) → https://idcwoodcraft.com/cnc-lp2-free-files/ Timestamps - What Is gSender CNC Software?: 00:00 - How gSender Controls Your CNC Router: 00:37 - Complete Beginner CNC Workflow Explained: 01:53 - What Is G-Code? How CNC Reads It: 02:37 - Full Tour of the gSender Interface: 04:53 - How to Clear Alarms in gSender: 06:02 - How to Set gSender to Inches or Millimeters: 07:11 - How to Configure Your CNC in gSender: 09:56 - How to Use the Visualizer in gSender: 11:36 - How to Jog Your CNC Router: 15:28 - Set X, Y, Z Zero Without Homing: 22:38 - Set Zero with CNC Homing Sequence: 30:34 - What Do the Homing and Corner Buttons Do?: 33:04 - How to Use the Console, Macros, and Rotary Tab: 37:12 - Create and Run gSender Macros: 43:03 - CNC Probing Overview for Beginners: 44:12 - How to Use Z-Only and XY Probes: 47:32 - Set Probe Plate Dimensions in gSender: 52:59 - How to Load and Switch G-Code Files: 54:46 - Start, Pause, Stop & Feed Rate Control: 57:47 - Resume CNC Job After Power Outage: 01:04:44 - Override Feed and Spindle Speed Live: 01:06:27 - Real Project Demo with gSender & Altmill: 01:07:55 - Final Project Recap & CNC Setup Tips: 01:27:00 - Best Hidden Tools in gSender Software: 01:27:16 #cnc #cncrouters #cncforbeginners #idcwoodcraft #vcarvetutorials #vectric ---------------------------------------------------- Cool vector files for CNC router & CNC laser → https://etsy.me/3oxX79l