How do I reset Silhouette preferences?

Silhouette preferences can be reset to restore default settings if the application is in an unstable or unexpected state. The reset method depends on the Silhouette version and operating system.

Reset Silhouette preferences in version 2025.5 and later

Silhouette 2025.5 and later includes a simplified method for resetting preferences during startup.

Windows and macOS

To reset Silhouette preferences:

• Launch Silhouette while holding Shift + Ctrl (Windows) or Shift + Cmd (macOS)

Silhouette will reset preferences automatically during startup.

Linux

To reset Silhouette preferences on Linux:

• Launch Silhouette using the command-line option:
  -reset_prefs

or

• Set the environment variable:
  SFX_RESET_PREFS=1

These methods reset Silhouette preferences on launch.

Reset Silhouette preferences in version 2025 and earlier

Silhouette 2025 and earlier requires manually deleting preference files.

Windows

To reset Silhouette preferences on Windows:

1. Close Silhouette

2. Open the Start Menu and type regedit

3. Launch Registry Editor

4. Navigate to:
   Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\BorisFX\

5. Delete the appropriate Silhouette product folder

macOS

To reset Silhouette preferences on macOS:

1. Close Silhouette

2. Open Finder

3. Hold Option and click Go → Library

4. Navigate to:
   /Preferences

5. Delete all .plist files containing “Silhouette” in the name

Linux

To reset Silhouette preferences on Linux:

1. Close Silhouette

2. Open a Terminal

3. Run:
   rm ~/.config/BorisFX/Silhouette.conf

What happens when Silhouette preferences are reset?

Silhouette preference reset restores default settings.

This means:

• User preferences and custom settings are removed

• Silhouette returns to its default configuration

• Issues caused by corrupted settings may be resolved

Resetting preferences is a common troubleshooting step for Silhouette stability or configuration issues.