Product programming with direct angle input or in absolute dimensions. For each CNC program and bend sequence, the programmable and/or computed functions include: bending length/thickness, material selection, tooling selection, bend method, mute position, pinching point, pres force/speed, incremental travel and retraction of backgauge,dwell time, delay time for axes re-positioning, decompression stroke/speed, tilt adjustment, cgorrections on Y and X axes.