What's New in
Hatch Embroidery 4
Create more. Refine faster. Stitch smarter. 25+ new and enhanced features across creative tools, stitch control, workflow speed, and output quality.
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More creative power,
smarter workflows.
Create more. Refine faster. Stitch smarter. Hatch Embroidery 4 is a major step forward – 25+ new and improved features bringing new creative tools, smarter workflows, and enhanced stitch quality, all in one release.
features and tools
Create smooth color transitions, gradients, and shading within a single editable object.
Work with open-object designs for greater creative freedom.
Extend objects seamlessly without starting over.
Quickly create polished shapes for logos and layouts.
Import vector artwork without CorelDRAW®.
Cleaner stitch paths with fewer manual adjustments.
Pause your machine exactly where you need, for appliqué, quilting, or mixed media.
Built-in AI assistant for instant embroidery guidance, right inside the software.
Faster alignment and precision placement.
Edit complex designs with clarity.
Stay informed without distractions.
Easier design management and navigation.
Preview stitch paths clearly before stitching.
Better visibility across all design elements.
More intuitive shading and stitch effects.
Send designs directly via Wi-Fi to compatible machines. No USB required.
Print mirrored or as-digitized templates for perfect placement.
Track background conversions and export status in real time.
Every new feature,
in one place.
Click any feature to find out more about what it does and why it matters for your embroidery.
Multi Blend NEW
Blend colors smoothly across your design, from subtle shading to rich gradients, all in one editable object.
Continue Digitizing NEW
Add to existing objects without starting over, resequencing, or creating new ones.
Advanced Appliqué NEW
Convert existing designs into appliqué in a few clicks. Works with open and closed shapes.
Rounded Rectangles NEW
Quickly create polished shapes for logos, name patches, and structured layouts.
AI Answers NEW
Built-in AI assistant for instant embroidery guidance without leaving the software.
Wireless Transfer NEW
Send designs directly to compatible Brother machines via Wi-Fi. No USB required.
DXF Support NEW
Import vector artwork natively without needing CorelDRAW®.
Stop Function NEW
Insert stops anywhere to pause the machine without a color change or trim.
Exports Docker NEW
Track background conversions and monitor export status in real time.
Grids, Guides & Snap ENHANCED
Faster alignment and precision placement with smarter snap options.
Connectors & Trims ENHANCED
Cleaner stitch paths with improved automatic connector and trim display.
Appliqué Pattern Printing ENHANCED
Print mirrored or as-digitized templates for perfect placement every time.
All features shown are available in Digitizer 4. Some features are exclusive to Digitizer, others are available across multiple levels.
See the full feature comparison to find the right level for you.
A closer look at what's changed.
Five standout additions that make Hatch Embroidery 4 a genuinely different experience to any previous version.
Turn flat fills into rich gradients and shading
The new Multi Blend tool lets you create smooth color transitions, gradients, and shading effects entirely within a single, editable object. No workarounds, no extra layers. Design with the kind of depth and dimension that makes embroideries stand out.
Whether you're creating realistic florals, photographic effects, or simply want more visual interest, Multi Blend gives you a new level of creative control that wasn't possible in Hatch 3.
Multi Blend is a brand new Wilcom innovation that you won't experience anywhere else.
Keep creating without starting over
Continue Digitizing lets you pick up where you left off on an existing object, adding new points and extending the stitch path seamlessly. For anyone who regularly edits and refines complex designs, this feature alone saves hours of rework every week.
Come back to an object at any time and keep adding. Great for continuous paths, redwork, swirls, and complex outlines.
Get answers inside the software
The new Answers Docker puts an AI-powered knowledge assistant right inside Hatch Embroidery. Ask it anything about tools, techniques, or specific design challenges and get instant, contextual guidance without leaving the software.
For beginners, it dramatically reduces the learning curve. For experienced users, it keeps the creative flow going with fast answers to technical questions.
Send to your machine without a cable
Hatch Embroidery 4 includes native wireless connection for compatible Brother machines. Design, refine, and send directly to your machine over Wi-Fi, no USB, no memory stick, no interruption to your creative flow.
For production embroiderers and home studio users alike, this is a genuine quality-of-life upgrade that fits the way modern workflows actually run.
Compatible machines: PR680W, PR1055X, PR1060W
Appliqué your way, with total creative freedom
Advanced Appliqué removes the restriction of closed shapes only. Convert existing designs with open or closed shapes in just a few clicks, apply fabric, merge patches, and return to the original design if needed.
Combined with improved pattern printing that supports mirroring and precise placement templates, your entire appliqué workflow is smoother from concept to stitch-out.
Free access to
Hatch Academy
An online learning platform built specifically for Hatch users. Hundreds of lessons, expert trainers, projects, and community, all included free with Hatch Embroidery 4 (valued at US$999).
- Hundreds of lessons for all skill levels
- Step-by-step tutorials and exclusive projects
- Ask questions directly from embroidery trainers
- Community forums and expert webinars
Questions?
answered.
Start here if you need help:
- Browse the FAQs on this page
- Visit the Hatch Help Center
- Explore the Online User Guide
- Submit a support ticket
Our support team typically replies within one business day.
Ready to start creating?
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.
Windows 11 only trial · 2 GB download Paid licenses compatible with Virtual Machines and Macs