Stitch Types
Each tool in the toolbar creates a different type of object. The type determines which sections appear in Properties and how the stitch is generated.
Outlines, fine details, and lines.
Satin for letters, borders, and narrow shapes.
Large surfaces with holes.
Editable text with embroidery fonts.
Rectangles, circles, and stars.
Stitch / run
Runs along an open path with points separated by a fixed length. It is used
for outlines, fine details, reference lines, and tie-offs.
In the context bar or in Run settings you can choose the mode:
| Icon | Mode | Behavior |
|---|---|---|
 | Manual | Each drawn node is a needle penetration. |
 | Single run | One pass along the path. |
 | Double run | Back and forth, with 2–6 passes. |
 | Bean stitch | Cycles of forward, back, and forward to reinforce the line. |
The main parameters are Stitch length, Min length, and Max length; in Manual mode they are replaced by Max segment, and in double run and bean, Passes, Return, and Repeats appear. See Running Line.
Columns A, B, and C
Columns generate satin stitches and are suitable for letters, borders, and
narrow shapes. They differ in how the rails are drawn:
| Icon | Tool | How it is drawn |
|---|---|---|
| Column A | Alternating nodes on the right and left; each pair defines a rib. |
 | Column B | Two independent edges that define the width of the band. |
| Column C | A centerline and an editable width at each end. |
The common parameters are Spacing (satin density), Max stitch, Width, and Compensation. Column C adds Start width, End width, and Offset. See Columns A, B, C.
Complex Fill
Covers surfaces bounded by a closed contour and allows you to add
holes that are not filled. The stitch angle is defined by dragging the
control over the object.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Pattern | Tatami, Cross fill, Contour fill, or Satin. |
| Row spacing | Distance between passes; controls density. |
| Stitch length | Target length within each row. |
| Angle | Direction of the fill passes. |
| Backstitch | Standard, borderline, or diagonal perimeter finish. |
| Underlay | Stabilization layer beneath the fill. |
The same settings apply to Fill Polygon objects created with rectangles, circles, and stars, which do not support holes. See Complex Fill and Fill Polygon.
Text / Lettering
Places text and edits it in Properties. AnyTa uses prepared embroidery
fonts to generate the lettering stitches. You can adjust Height, Size,
Width, Letter spacing, Kerning, Baseline (straight, arch, or
circle), and Alignment, in addition to satin density.
See Lettering.
Basic shapes
The rectangles, 
circles, and 
stars create fill objects. You can then change the pattern, angle, and density in Properties, or convert them into a column by choosing Satin as the pattern.
Choosing the right type
| You need | Use |
|---|---|
| An outline or a thin line | Stitch / run |
| Letters, borders, or narrow shapes | Columns A/B/C |
| A large surface | Complex Fill |
| A surface with empty areas | Complex Fill with holes |
| Editable text | Lettering |
| A quick geometric shape | Rectangle, circle, or star |
The right density depends on the fabric. On stretch fabrics, reduce the density and add stabilizing interfacing.