CanvasWorkspace Desktop vs Web Version
Date Posted:7 November 2023
Discover the key differences between the Brother CanvasWorkspace desktop and web versions. If you're a passionate crafter, these software options are essential for unleashing your creativity. The desktop app provides a user-friendly interface with advanced editing features that allow you to design and customize projects seamlessly. On the other hand, the web version offers convenience and accessibility, enabling you to work on your projects from any device with an internet connection.
Whether you prefer the flexibility of the web interface or the powerful features of the desktop app, understanding the distinctions will help you choose the right CanvasWorkspace version for your artistic endeavors. Explore this article to find out which option suits your crafting needs best.
Let's take a deeper dive into the differences between the two:
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Web
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Desktop
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| Cost | FREE | FREE |
| Access to Brother FREE projects | | |
| Mac OS Compatible | | |
| Windows OS Compatible | | |
Editing |
Web
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Desktop
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| ⚠️ Simplified Editing | Advanced Editing | |
| Offline Editing | | |
| Fonts | | |
| Layers | | |
| Layer Functions (Hide, Lock etc) | | |
| Duplicate - Fill Page (Matrix Copy) | | |
| Specify Horizontal/Vertical Distribution | | |
| Add weeding box | | |
Registration/Activation |
Web
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Desktop
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| Machine Registration | | |
| Pattern Collection Activation (sold separately) | | |
| Premium Function Activation (sold separately) | | |
| My Connection Activation | | |
| Deregister My Connection | | |
| Deregister Machine | | |
Pattern Access |
Web
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Desktop
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| Access to Brother FREE projects | | |
| Calligraphy Starter Kit | | |
| Calligraphy Font Kit | | |
| Paper Piercing | | |
| Rhinestone | | |
| Rotary Auto Blade Kit | | |
| Design Collection 1 for Roll Feeder | | |
| Tattered Lace 1- 15 | | |
| PigPong Lettering Collection | | |
| PigPong Lettering Collection | | |
| Brother Christmas Decoration Collection | | |
| Disney Patterns Access | | |
Premium Functions Use |
Web
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Desktop
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| Vinyl Auto Blade | | |
| Print to Cut | | |
| Paper Piercing | | |
| Roll Feeder | | |
| Rhinestone | | |
| Stamp | | |
| Embossing | | |
| Foiling | | |
| Enhanced Image Tracing | | |
| ScanNCut Link (Adobe Illustrator) | NA | NA |
Opening/Saving Designs |
Web
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Desktop
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| Open CWPRJ (working file with layers) | | |
| Save CWPRJ (working file with layers) | | |
| Designs sync between versions | | |
| Access "My Projects" designs saved via browser from anywhere with internet | | |
Download CanvasWorkspace
Brother’s CanvasWorkspace is free and allows you to enhance or create your own original cutting/drawing designs. Sign up today and start creating beautiful projects!
