Load two shapes
Shape A is the base; shape B is positioned over it with the sliders.
Boolean & shape
Difference / Subtract
Cut one shape out of another.
How it works
Pick the operation
Weld joins, Difference subtracts B from A, Intersection keeps the overlap, XOR removes it, Divide gives every region separately.
Export the result
The result keeps its real size and exports as one clean compound path.
Common questions
Which operation for a knockout sign?
Difference: load the backing plate as A and the lettering as B to cut the letters out of the plate.
What happens to open paths?
Boolean operations need closed shapes; open lines are ignored. Close them first with the Close Path tool.
Can I move shape B precisely?
Yes — the sliders move it in millimetres, and the dashed outlines show both originals while you position.