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Discover what makes Hatch Embroidery 4 stand out
Explore the latest features in Hatch Embroidery 4, alongside the powerful tools and creative possibilities that make it one of the most popular and capable embroidery software solutions on the market.
- New in Hatch 4
- Key Features
Multi Blend
Blend colors smoothly across your design, from subtle shading to rich gradients, all in one editable object.
Advanced Appliqué
Convert existing designs into appliqué in a few clicks. Works with open and closed shapes.
Continue Digitizing
Add to existing objects without starting over, resequencing, or creating new ones.
Rounded Rectangles
Quickly create polished shapes for logos, name patches, and structured layouts.
DXF Support
Import vector artwork natively without needing CorelDRAW®.
Knife Tool
A dedicated keyboard shortcut makes cutting and separating shapes faster for power users.
Stitch Shortening
Automatic stitch shortening now reduces bunching on sharp corners, with the option to turn it off per object.
Automatic Connectors & Trims
Cleaner stitch paths with improved automatic connector and trim behavior.
Stop Function
Insert stops anywhere to pause the machine without a color change or trim.
AI Answers
Built-in AI assistant for instant embroidery guidance without leaving the software.
Grids, Guides & Snap
Faster alignment and precision placement with smarter snap options.
Control Point Display
See exactly which reshape nodes, stitch angles, and entry/exit points you're editing with the new Reshape Views toolbar.
Warning Controls
Turn distracting warning messages off, with the option to switch them back on whenever you like.
Trim & Connector Display
Connector and trim symbols now default to a clearer red display, so you can check your design before stitching.
Display Colors
Adjust display colors for stitches, needle points, shapes, and grids so nothing gets lost against your colorway.
Gradient Fill Profiles
Gradient Fill profile naming has been refined for smoother, more intuitive shading.
Wireless Transfer
Send designs directly to compatible Brother machines via Wi-Fi. No USB required.
Appliqué Pattern Printing
Print mirrored or as-digitized templates for perfect placement every time.
Exports Docker
Track background conversions and monitor export status in real time.
Manual Digitizing
Create embroidery from scratch with precise control over shapes, stitches, and structure.
Auto-Digitizing
Turn bitmap and vector artwork into embroidery in one click, then refine colors, shapes, and stitch sequencing with ease.
World-Class Lettering
130 professionally hand-digitized fonts created by our Wilcom experts for the very best quality embroidery lettering available today.
Monogramming
Create polished monograms fast with over 90 built-in templates, 400 ornaments, 375 motifs, and 100 embossed fills.
Multi Blend NEW
Blend colors smoothly across your design, from subtle shading to rich gradients, all in one editable object. No manual stitch setup required.
Continue Digitizing NEW
Add to existing objects without starting over, resequencing, or creating new ones. Spend less time fixing and more time creating.
Advanced Appliqué NEW
Convert existing designs into appliqué in a few clicks. Works with open and closed shapes, so you spend less time rebuilding and more time creating.
Stop Function NEW
Insert stops anywhere in your design to pause the machine without a color change or trim. Fewer steps, fewer interruptions.
Appliqué
Simple or advanced appliqué, including 1-click closed object to appliqué conversions, ready to be exported directly to SVG for your cutting machine.
Embroidery Editing
Resizing, recoloring, changing stitch types and angles, weld, knife, break-apart, removing overlaps, color blending, branching, Redwork and more.
Color PhotoStitch
Transform your precious photographs into enduring artworks.
Reef PhotoStitch
Recreate the beauty of coral! Magically transform your photo or art into a striking embroidery design using a low stitch-count with no overlaps and minimal trims and jumps.
Hand Stitch
Apply hand stitch effect to your design objects for a creative organic look.
Keyboard Design Collection
Map decorative letters and other embroidery artwork to your keyboard for super-fast access.
Laydown Stitch
Automatically create a flat mesh backing on bulky or textured fabrics so that your embroidery design stands out.
Center All Tool
Instantly center your design and hoop in one click for faster setup and cleaner positioning.
Try every level free for 30 days
Download and start creating embroidery designs today. Your 30-day trial includes every tool in Hatch Embroidery 4, from basic customizing right up to professional digitizing.