Getting Started with Cabinet Planner
Everything you need to create your first cabinet project
Welcome
Cabinet Planner is a browser-based professional cabinet design tool. Whether you're a hobbyist woodworker or a production cabinet maker, this tool helps you design, plan, and generate manufacturing-ready documents for your cabinet projects.
Creating Your Account
- 1Visit the registration page and enter your name, email, and password
- 2You'll start on the free Starter plan with 1 project and up to 5 cabinets
- 3Upgrade to Pro anytime for unlimited projects and advanced features
Your First Project
- 1Navigate to Dashboard
After logging in, you'll see your dashboard with all projects
- 2Create New Project
Click "New Project" to create your first cabinet project
- 3Name Your Project
Give it a descriptive name (e.g., "Kitchen Upper Cabinets")
- 4Open the Editor
Click on your project to open the editor workspace
Understanding the Editor
The editor has several key areas:
Cabinet list and configuration options
2D workspace (or 3D view for Pro users) showing your cabinets
View controls, export options, and project settings
When a cabinet is selected, configure its dimensions, fronts, materials, and more
Adding Your First Cabinet
- 1Click "Add Cabinet" in the left panel
- 2Set the dimensions: Width, Height, and Depth (in millimeters)
- 3Choose a construction type (how panels join together)
- 4Select front type: none, single door, double door, or drawers
- 5Assign materials for carcass and fronts
Saving Your Work
- Projects auto-save to the cloud as you make changes
- Access your projects from any device by logging into your account
- Use the undo/redo feature (up to 50 states) to reverse changes