How to work in the Leko program. How to work in the Leko program Pros and cons

| 20.12.2017 20.12.2017 | Victor Bukhteev

Leko is a complete clothing modeling system. It has several modes of operation, a built-in editor and support for algorithms. Due to the large number of functions and management complexities, it will be difficult for beginners to get used to, but you can always use the help, which is located on the official website of the program. In this article, we will take a closer look at this representative, indicate its advantages and disadvantages in comparison with other similar software.

It all starts in the window for selecting the operating mode. There are several of them, each is responsible for certain actions and processes. After selecting one of them, you can go to a new menu where the necessary tools are located. Pay attention to the settings, there you can change fonts, connect external programs and configure the printer.

Working with Dimensional Features

Writing down the dimensions will help with patterns and other purposes. First, you need to select one of the modes, after which the corresponding selection window will open.

Leko has all the shape types built in, which you need to select from the next menu. The initial dimensional characteristics and further editing of patterns depend on the specified type of shape.

After specifying the model type, the editor is loaded, in which there are a small number of lines to change. The shape is shown on the right, and the active editing area is highlighted in red. Changes are saved automatically after exiting the window.

Pattern editor

The rest of the processes, including creating patterns and working with algorithms, take place in the editor. On the left are the main management tools - creating points, lines, changing the view, scale. Lines with algorithms are located below and on the right, they are available for deletion, addition and editing.

You can go to the editor settings by clicking on the corresponding button. Here you can specify the height and distance of the camera, view the names of points, set the rotation speed and scale.

Model catalog

Each drawing created is saved in the program folder, and to find and open it, the easiest way is to use the base. In addition to your saved projects, the database contains a set of different models. You can immediately view their characteristics and open them in the editor for further action.

Additional settings

Separately, you need to describe the additional parameters present in the editor. There is a menu with modes of operation on the toolbar on the left. Open it to select one process. Here you can view the values ​​of variables, print algorithms, set up seams and work with patterns.

Dignity

• Leko is free;
• Russian language is present;
• Multifunctional editor;
• Working with algorithms.

Flaws

• Inconvenient interface;
• Difficulty in mastering for beginners.

We have reviewed a professional program for modeling clothes. The developers have added all the necessary tools and functions to it, which can be useful during the process of creating a pattern or model of clothing. The latest version of Leko is available completely free of charge on the official website, where you will also find a catalog of algorithms, help for beginners and other useful information.

Original name: Computer magazine of LEKO models (No. 3-72)
Year of issue: 2003-2011
Genre: Applied
Developer: Vilar Soft LLC
Language: Russian

About the program: Lovers and professionals of cutting and sewing are offered a collection of thematic discs with models of children's, women's and men's clothing from No. 3 to No. 72. Each disc contains up to 30 models and a shell program that allows you to choose a model, enter your sizes (height, chest girth , waist and hips) and print the pattern (without seam allowances!) on any printer (if on A4 sheets, then you can glue them together and cut out patterns in full size). At any time you can see the appearance of the model, technical drawing, description of sewing, design. And in order to get the patterns of the desired size, you need to enter only four parameters of the figure: height, chest girth, waist girth, hip girth. Next, the program itself will make calculations and build a ready-made set of patterns in a few seconds.

Installation

To work with the program, mount the disk image to a virtual drive using Daemon Tools, CloneCD and similar programs. Printing on plain paper in A3 or A4 format is supported on any printer only when working from a mounted disk image. When copying files from the disk to the hard disk and running the program from the hard disk, the print functions will not be available.

Click to close the spoiler: Installation

Minimum system requirements:
Operating system: Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7
CPU: Pentium 233 MHz
Memory: 64 MB
Video card: 4 MB
Free space on the railway: 5.07 GB
CD drive: 4x

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Key features

• Design and modeling of clothes;
• Automatic calculation of work and construction of a set of patterns;
• Automatic gradation of patterns;
• Maintaining a database of finished models;
• Standardization of methods for constructing patterns and descriptions;
• Parameterization of a series of models;
• Exchange and sale of patterns at the level of algorithms;
• Accelerated development of new models.

Pros and cons

• Has a trial version;
• Supports Russian;
• There is a hint system;
• Integrated environment for model development;
• There are many built-in functions;
• Supports the ability to print a finished pattern or model of clothing.

Demo version is limited in functionality.

Analogs

FanReal is an online service that allows you to create a pattern for any women's clothing or model a new product by going through a simple registration. The user can save the constructed model in his account or print (for a fee). In the program, it is also possible to choose the style of the product, set increases for the freedom of fitting, change and refine the dimensional data during construction.

CAD Grace is a paid set of programs that are designed for different types of production. The program implements a design system, pattern layout and construction, as well as pattern modeling. Any PC user who works in the apparel design industry can buy Atelier Kit, Freelance Kit, and Student Kit. Each of the kits has its own set of functions and tools, more details about which can be found on the manufacturer's website.

Redcafe is a professional designer that allows you to work with pattern drawings and model clothes of various stylistic trends. The program is able to set allowances for seams, make gradation and dilution of patterns, work with lines and objects. Patterns can be scaled, saved and edited. The editor has three versions: a demo, paid for 19,950 rubles, which includes the entire set of necessary functions, and the second paid version for 29,950 rubles, intended for a studio.

Installation and use principles

In order to install this program, you should download the key driver for the program and the exe file itself. We unpack the archive. Next, copy the file to the root directory of the C: \ drive and run it (installation is not required in the demo version).

We select the desired section and start working.

It is important to note that the program is easy to learn, but it will be understandable only for PC users with knowledge of sewing. There are instructions for use for beginners.

A young brand working on the creation of a collection does not always have the opportunity to turn to a professional designer. We learned what programs for designing, modeling and layout of patterns are used in production, and also tried to find several services with simple functionality that are suitable for home use.

Computer-aided design (CAD) is a general classification for all design programs. Their main functions are very similar, they differ in appearance, additional options and cost. The price, as a rule, depends on the set of blocks or additional modules, and may also change with the advent of updates.

CAD GRAFIS

Grafis is a development of the Cadrus company, which specializes in software products for sewing production. The program has an accessible navigation system, and also has the ability to integrate previously developed paper patterns. CAD Grafis includes options for product bases: skirts, trousers, men's and women's shoulder bases, knitted bases, children's, linen bases, jeans, workwear bases and hats. The program is able to perform automatic gradation by dimensional characteristics, set product allowances and do manual or automatic nesting of cut parts.

CAD Julivi

The Saprlegprom company offers several software solutions for sewing industries at once. The Julivi system, developed by the company, includes 2D and 3D clothing design programs.

The Design program is able to build basic structures from scratch using any method (Müller, EMKO CMEA, etc.) in one or several sizes. The list of possibilities in the basic configuration includes building a design drawing, increasing allowances and cutting sections, automatic gradation, as well as the ability to develop a design for an individual figure. The basic package of the program costs 450 euros. In addition to the main block, you can connect modeling functions, measurement databases, a set of ready-made basic and model structures and some other modules. Their cost varies from 400 to 500 euros.

Another set of programs, "Konstruktor", is suitable for constructing patterns for clothing, shoes, hats, upholstered furniture in the sewing industry. Allows you to work from a basic or standard design to launch into production, multiplies patterns, models, builds pads and glue. The program is adapted for the design of products from textiles, knitwear, leather, fur. The basic module will cost 950 euros, and add-ons will cost from 200 to 1950 euros.

Also, the Julivi system includes the programs "3D mannequin", "Layout", "Plotter control", "Timesheet". The site contains detailed video tutorials on using the services and there is an opportunity to work with the demo version online.

CAD Grace

CAD Grace is a few sets designed for different types of production. "Kit for enterprises" consists of design, construction and modeling systems and pattern layout. Builds layouts of cutting parts that are optimal for saving materials, and also calculates cutting by material flooring. This is the most expensive modification of the program, its cost is 350,000 rubles. In addition, there are versions of "Atelier Kit", "Freelance Kit" and "Student Kit". Each of the kits can be purchased or rented for one year - then the price will be significantly lower. For example, "Kit for freelancers" can be bought for 125,000 rubles, and rented for 25,000 rubles.

Trial versions of the services can also be downloaded from the website and used for one to two months, depending on the set. There you can also watch presentations, video tutorials and examples of building men's and women's clothing.

CAD Leko

The Leko developer, Vilar company, offers three software versions. The shortened version is suitable for small organizations or young brands. This version includes an installation disk with a program, a description, a book on design and a database of structures and techniques, as well as typical and individual dimensional characteristics (OST, GOST and the ability to calculate an arbitrary size). You can create a grid for several dimensions, heights, build manual lines and gradations, lay out a set of patterns for printing.

The cost of the shortened version of "Leko" is 70,000 rubles. A more complete version generates seam allowances and marks patterns, its price is 100,000 rubles. The latest version, which will cost 170,000 rubles, has the ability to lay out several sets of patterns and a database of layouts.

RedCafe

Clothing editor Redcafe allows you to work with a drawing at the level of lines, points and objects, build and model clothing patterns. The program is able to set allowances for seams, make gradation and dilution of patterns. Patterns can be scaled, changed, moved. The program also allows you to digitize paper patterns, patterns from books and magazines. Redcafe includes a base of standard sizes with the ability to add custom sizes. This editor has two paid versions. The first one costs 19,950 rubles and includes the entire set of necessary functions. The second version is supplemented with a database of professional patterns for industries and ateliers, its price is 29,950 rubles. A free version of the program is also available for download on the site, but printing patterns when using this version will be paid.

The site has detailed video tutorials and a description of the program's functionality, and the blog contains examples of patterns, master classes on designing, modeling and sewing women's, men's and children's clothing.

FanReal

A free program for building the basics of patterns for individual women's clothing: shoulder products (dresses, jackets, demi-season coats), as well as skirts and trousers of various styles. The constructed FanReal pattern allows you to display it in the form of a sketch and select the color of the product. Patterns can be built for any types of shapes, including individual sizes. In the program, you can choose a style, set an increase in the freedom of fitting, change and refine the dimensional data during construction. The developer warns that this pattern construction system is in the process of being finalized, therefore, just in case, he offers to measure all patterns after printing.

Assyst

CAD Assyst is a software solution of the German company Assyst GmbH (Germany) for clothing manufacturers. About 80% of German sewing enterprises and more than 250 world brands operate on its basis. Among them are Hugo Boss, S. Oliver, Brax, Marc O'Polo, Adidas. CAD is made up of a number of individual modules: design, 3D modeling, nesting, printing, converting, nesting optimization, data management, manufacturing and several others. The module package is compiled depending on the production requirements.

The design module allows you to model and design all types of products, and the module for the layout of patterns - to create layouts in manual and automatic mode with minimal dips. Technical reproduction of patterns is possible both in size and height. The automatic pattern construction algorithm works on the basis of the "Mueller and Son" methodology. CAD Assyst provides a module for 3D visualization of clothing Vidya. It can be used to check the product for defects in fit. All modifications made in the 3D prototype are automatically transferred to the 2D patterns. The program imports and exports files in DXF format, so they can be opened in any graphics program.

Assyst GmbH works with cloud technologies: the Autocost web service allows you to manage production orders, and Automarker does automatic optimal pattern layout in 3-5 minutes.

Cameo

American company Wild Ginger Software specializes in the development of software and related products for clothing designers, sewing and handicraft enthusiasts, as well as for teachers and students in the field of fashion design and theatrical costume. There are two programs available on the site - Cameo and PatternMaster, each with its own set of blocks, which can be purchased separately. There are demo versions to get acquainted with the main functions.

Cameo professional design software consists of three blocks, which include the ability to build, simulate and graduate patterns. The cost of each block is $ 950. In addition to Cameo, the developers offer to purchase sets of patterns for women's, men's, children's clothing, knitwear and underwear.

Also on the site you can buy books on design and modeling, patterns for women's clothing and download a program in which it will be convenient for the designer to store photos of samples and information about the fabric. You can evaluate this program by downloading the demo version.

PatternViewer

PatternViewer is a free program by American developers PatternMaker, which has built-in patterns for women's clothing. The program allows you to use both basic dimensions and set individual parameters. The number of models in this version is limited, but on the site you can purchase additional blocks with an expanded range of features. So, the Deluxe Editor block includes a more complete database of templates and makes it possible to model products based on them. ProfessionalStudio has all the basic functions of a professional design system: independent construction of patterns, shallow allowances, marking of parts.

Each of the blocks can be tested for 30 days free of charge, in the future the price will depend on the level and volume of production. The free version and program for $ 99 can be purchased by those who sew at an amateur level. For designers, a more complete package of functions will cost $ 399, the same package, but with the ability to gradate patterns - $ 1,199. A complete set of program modules for the sewing industry will cost $ 2,499.

On the course "How to build a designer's work with production" teachers tell in more detail about the features of using each of the programs.

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The procedure for the secure transfer of information of cardholders and payments,
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Payment by bank cards is made by redirecting to the website of the Assist electronic payment system (www.assist.ru).

In the ASSIST system, payment security is ensured by using the SSL protocol to transfer confidential information from the client to the ASSIST system server for further processing.

Further transmission of information is carried out through closed banking networks of the highest degree of protection.
The collection and processing of the received confidential customer data (card details, registration data, etc.) is carried out in the processing center, and not on the seller's website.

Thus, Welltex Moscow LLC cannot receive the client's personal and banking data, including information about his purchases made in other stores. To protect information from unauthorized access at the stage of transfer from the client to the server of the ASSIST system, the SSL 3.0 protocol is used, the server certificate (128 bit) was issued by Thawte, a recognized center for issuing digital certificates. You can