The PRO 1 and PRO 2 engraving software programs from 2L inc. are full featured, simple-to-use drawing programs that produce standard G code NC files that are compatible with virtually any CNC. Both programs allow creating precise engraving layouts using multiple fonts, drawn shapes, lines and incremental serial numbers. The engraving layouts can be precisely located using reference geometry or guidelines, control the text orientation, alignment, spacing and size of multiple instances of text. The new cycle time monitor feature can assist in evaluating and improving engraving cycle times by changing engraving parameters such as font selection and feed rates. One of 2L's single-line engraving fonts is included with each software program to help reduce cycle time. The PRO 2 program adds an additional element to the PRO 1 features, providing 4th axis engraving capability, which easily wraps the engraving around a cylinder for 4-axis rotary CNC milling machines or multiaxis lathes.