G01 cuts a straight line to the target point at a programmed feed rate. It is the most-used motion command — nearly every actual cut is a G01 move.
Format
G01 X__ Y__ Z__ F__
How it works
- F sets the feed rate (IPM or mm/min depending on units).
- Once F is set it stays in effect until changed.
- Modal: remains active until replaced by G00, G02, or G03.
Example
G01 Z-0.25 F5.0 (plunge to depth)
G01 X2.0 F12.0 (cut along X)
G01 X2.0 F12.0 (cut along X)