Enter your sheet dimensions and cut list to generate an optimized layout. Use the interactive map to track your progress directly on the shop floor.
Also Available: Miter Cut Wizard
Need trim settings for baseboards or crown? Use the Miter Cut Wizard to calculate miter and bevel values for inside and outside corners.
How to Use the Sheet Cut Wizard
Transform your project dimensions into a professional-grade cutting plan in three simple steps.
Set Your Material: Enter the dimensions of your primary sheet (e.g., a standard 48" x 96" plywood sheet) and set your Blade Kerf to account for the width of your saw blade, usually 1/8" or 3mm.
Build Your Cut List: Use the Shop Pad to quickly enter the quantity, width, and height of the pieces you need. Our algorithm will magically nest them to minimize waste and save you money.
Generate & Cut: Tap "Generate Layout" to see your visual Cut Map. Switch to "Shop Mode" to follow the layout on your phone and tap each piece as it comes off the saw to mark it completed.
Why It Works
Precision Nesting: Automatically calculates efficient layouts for plywood, MDF, acrylic, and sheet goods.
Interactive Progress: The visual checklist ensures you never lose your place or cut the same piece twice while in the shop.
Mobile-First Design: Optimized for one-handed thumb navigation so you can keep your other hand on your tape measure.
Setup
When active, enter one size and calculate the maximum quantity that fits your sheet.
Add Piece
No pieces yet. Add parts to build your cut list.
Visual Cut Map
Set sheet size, add pieces, then generate your cut map.
Checklist appears after generating a layout.
The Sheet Cut Wizard: Smart Plywood Layouts for Real Woodshops
Stop sketching cut plans on scrap wood and start building more efficiently with the Sheet Cut Wizard by Woodshop Wizard. Whether you are breaking down a standard 4x8 sheet of plywood for custom cabinetry or planning a weekend DIY project with MDF or acrylic, our tool does the math for you.
Why Woodworkers Love the Sheet Cut Wizard
Precision Optimization: Our algorithm calculates the most efficient nesting of parts to minimize waste and save you money on expensive sheet goods.
Interactive Shop Floor Checklist: Unlike static PDFs, our Visual Cut Map is interactive. Simply tap a piece on your mobile screen as you cut it to track your progress in real-time.
Blade Kerf Accuracy: Account for your saw blade's thickness (kerf) in your layout to ensure every part is sized perfectly the first time.
Mobile-First Design: Built for one-handed use in a dusty shop, the Sheet Cut Wizard features large touch targets and a clear interface, no complex CAD software required.
How to Use the Sheet Cut Wizard
Set Your Sheet Size: Enter your material dimensions (e.g., 48" x 96" plywood).
Define Your Blade Kerf: Enter your saw blade width (standard is 1/8" or 3mm).
Input Your Parts: Add the quantity, width, and height of every piece in your cut list.
Magic Layout: Hit "Generate" to see your optimized Plywood Cut Map.
Start Cutting: Switch to "Shop Mode" to check off pieces as they come off the saw.
Quick Tips for Best Results
Grain Direction: If your project requires matching wood grain, remember to orient your dimensions (Width vs. Height) consistently before generating the layout.
Save Your Scraps: Use the Sheet Cut Wizard to see if your project can fit on smaller off-cuts before buying a fresh sheet of lumber.