Quick Start Guide
Welcome to ProBitManager!
Get up and running with ProBitManager in just 5 minutes. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to set up your account, add your first tool, and calculate your first feeds & speeds.
What You'll Accomplish
- Create and configure your account
- Add your first cutting tool
- Set up a machine profile
- Calculate feeds & speeds
- Understand the interface
1 Create Your Account
Start by creating your free ProBitManager account. You'll get instant access to core features and can upgrade anytime.
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Navigate to Sign Up
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Enter your email and create a strong password
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Check your email for the confirmation link
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Click the link to activate your account
Free Plan Includes
- • 10 tools in your library
- • Basic feeds & speeds calculator
- • Access to Knowledge Hub articles
- • CSV import/export
2 Your First Login
After confirming your email, log in to access your dashboard.
Dashboard Overview
Your dashboard is the central hub where you'll manage your tools and access all features.
- • Tool count and usage stats
- • Quick access buttons
- • Recent activity
Navigation Menu
The sidebar gives you access to all features organized in logical sections.
- • Tools & Equipment
- • Data Management
- • Knowledge Hub
3 Add Your First Tool
Let's add a tool to your library. We'll add a common 1/4" carbide end mill as an example.
Quick Add Steps:
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Click "Add New Tool" on your dashboard
Or press Ctrl+N
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Enter basic information:
- • Name: "1/4 inch 2-Flute Carbide"
- • Type: End Mill
- • Diameter: 0.25"
- • Flutes: 2
- • Material: Carbide
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Optional: Add more details
- • Overall Length: 2.5"
- • Length of Cut: 0.75"
- • Upload a photo
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Click "Save Tool"
Your tool is now in your library!
Need more details? Check out our comprehensive Adding Tools Guide.
4 Add Your CNC Machine
Adding your machine profile ensures accurate feeds & speeds calculations tailored to your equipment.
Browse Machine Library
Choose from 500+ pre-configured machines:
- 1. Go to Machines → My Machines
- 2. Click "Add from Library"
- 3. Search for your machine model
- 4. Click "Add to My Machines"
Create Custom Profile
If your machine isn't listed:
- 1. Click "Add Custom Machine"
- 2. Enter specifications:
- • Max RPM
- • Max feed rate
- • Work area
- 3. Set rigidity (Entry/Hobbyist/Pro)
Rigidity Settings
- Entry (0.55): Desktop CNCs, converted mills
- Hobbyist (0.70): Hobby-grade machines
- Pro (0.85): Industrial machines
5 Calculate Your First Feeds & Speeds
Now let's calculate optimal cutting parameters for the tool you just added.
Quick Calculation:
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Navigate to Feeds & Speeds
Click in the menu or press Ctrl+F
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Select your 1/4" end mill
It will appear in the tool dropdown
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Choose material: Aluminum 6061
A common, easy-to-machine material
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Select your machine
The one you just added
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View results!
You'll see RPM, Feed Rate, and Depth of Cut
Example Results:
What's Next?
Congratulations! You've successfully set up ProBitManager and are ready to start optimizing your CNC workflow. Here are your next steps:
Need Help?
We're here to help you succeed with ProBitManager: