diff --git a/notes.md b/notes.md
index ba5b0e1e..14ab79f3 100644
--- a/notes.md
+++ b/notes.md
@@ -12,7 +12,6 @@
 * `P` allow selection to be decimated on demand (context menu?)
 * `P` move all persisted / workspace settings/data to IndexedDB (LS limitations)
 * `P` do not move (average) endpoints connected to long lines in decimate
-* `P` explore widget vertex reloading / replacing (Onshape) (issue #48)
 * `P` faster ray intersect https://github.com/gkjohnson/three-mesh-bvh/
 * `P` try material clipping planes for slice range selection
 
@@ -22,10 +21,8 @@
 * `F` allow select of a range by typing in values in slices or workspace units
 * `F` complete and expose grouping feature
 * `F` add svgnest-like arrange algorithm
-* `F` warn if part hanging in negative Z space or off bed in general
 * `F` date column and sorting in recent files list
-
-* `C` reflow device dialog to add bottom tabbing, vertical macro list
+* `F` warn if part hanging in negative Z space or off bed in general
 
 # FDM
 
@@ -33,23 +30,21 @@
 * `B` multi-extruder rendering of raft fails to offset the rest of the print
 * `B` multi-extruder purge blocks fail to generate properly for rafts
 
-* `F` add layer start position as a range option
+* `F` convert ranges to z offsets while continuing to show layer #
 * `F` support pillar top/bottom should conform to part
 * `F` support pillar should have solid top/bottom
 * `F` more explicit line width control with ranges and min/max adaptive
 * `F` test outlining solid projected areas (internally)
 * `F` gradient infill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq53gsYREHU&feature=emb_logo
 * `F` feather sharp tips by reducing extrusion in area of overlap
-* `F` first layer segment large flat areas for better fill reliability
+* `F` segment large flat areas on first layer to mitigate peeling
 * `F` option to support interior bridges when 0% infill
 * `F` calculate filament use per extruder per print
 * `F` expand internal supporting flats / solids before projection
 
-* `P` reduce fan speed for bridging
-* `P` enable purge blocks when quick layers are detected
-* `P` refactor skirt, brim, raft as synth widget instead of in path routing
+* `P` reduce fan speed and extrusion factor for bridges
+* `P` auto purge pullars when quick layers are detected for extra cooling
 * `P` extruder + filament max flow rate cap in planner
-* `P` revisit path routing / optimization
 * `P` solid fill the tops of supports for down facing flats
 
 # FDM - SLA
@@ -63,45 +58,39 @@
 * `B` auto bed resizing leaves the origin in the wrong place at first
 * `B` re-add progress calls for all work units
 
-* `F` promote forced layer retraction to a range parameter
 * `F` test and enable arcs in belt more
-* `F` anchors should be generated anywhere needed in the print, not just head
 * `F` slightly angle supports to lean into the Z of the part
+* `F` anchors should be generated anywhere needed in the print, not just head
 
 # CAM
 
 * `B` tab cuts cause loss of direction, parenting, depth, and it's hard to fix
-* `B` tabs are not cut to exact height
 * `B` tabs do not properly track widget mirror events
+* `B` tabs are not cut to exact height
 * `B` first rough step too far down in certain circumstances?
 * `B` need to force cut line at synthetic z bottom (midlines, etc)
 * `B` contour does not honor clip to stock
 
 * `F` add `plunge max` to contouring that can override z feed limit
-* `F` roughing flats should be constrained to flat region
+* `F` roughing flats should be constrained to flat region, not create a layer
 * `F` limit cut depth to flute length of selected tool (or warn)
-* `F` add ease-down support to trace op
 * `F` change color of line selection in trace op when not a closed poly
 * `F` add linear clearing strategy
 * `F` add adaptive clearing strategy
+* `F` add ease-down support to trace op
 * `F` user-defined origin (issue #28)
 * `F` intelligently turn circle hole pocket clear into spiral down
-* `F` trace follow hole that matches endmill should turn into a drill op
 * `F` add climb/conventional into each operation
-* `F` update analyzer to detect overhangs from faces, not slices
 * `F` extend acute roughing on inside polys to clear small voids
-* `F` option to use part / STL coordinate space to determine X,Y origin
 * `F` validate muti-part layout and spacing exceeds largest outside tool diameter
-* `F` polygon simplification option in tracing (for image derived maps)
 * `F` parameterize dropping close points in prep.js. ensure long segments remain straight
 * `F` flat and volumetric rendering of paths
 * `F` z planar settings visualizations
-* `F` convert acute angles to arcs to avoid jerk
 * `F` lead-in milling
 * `F` trapezoidal tabs in Z
+* `F` add support for tapered ball mills
 * `F` ease-in and ease-out especially on tab cut-out start/stop
 * `F` add option to spiral in vs out (optimal tool life) vs mixed (optimal path)
-* `F` add support for tapered ball mills
 * `F` can animation clear the mesh in areas where the cuts go through the stock?
 * `F` support lathe mode / A-axis / rotary
 * `F` gcode output option as zip for multiple or flip ops or tool change
@@ -113,8 +102,6 @@
 * `P` port arc code from FDM export to CAM export
 * `P` common part pre-analyze to speed up 'slice' and improve shadow (overhangs)
 * `P` redo all path route / planning in prepare to account for terrain before camOut
-* `P` allow faster z movements when contouring (not plunging)
-* `P` common / faster shadow generator using vertices shared with ledges
 
 # SLA
 
diff --git a/release.md b/release.md
index 40eddca6..129d1e67 100644
--- a/release.md
+++ b/release.md
@@ -27,6 +27,7 @@ Full docs @ https://docs.grid.space/projects/kiri-moto
 * add FDM option to alternate shell winding direction
 * add FDM print time estimate fudge factor for devices
 * add `clear top` option to CNC outline operation
+* add FDM layer retraction as a range option
 
 ## Mesh:Tool (1.2.0)
 
@@ -37,8 +38,8 @@ Full docs @ https://docs.grid.space/projects/kiri-moto
 * quick add primitives: cube, cylinder
 * control wireframe transparency
 * parameterize png image import
-* code added to show camera focal point
 * ~ undo / redo for some operations
+* code added to show camera focal point
 * better Z split snapping using vertex closest to mouse
 
 
diff --git a/src/kiri-mode/fdm/client.js b/src/kiri-mode/fdm/client.js
index de32b8d5..1dc0f6ee 100644
--- a/src/kiri-mode/fdm/client.js
+++ b/src/kiri-mode/fdm/client.js
@@ -76,6 +76,7 @@ FDM.init = function(kiri, api) {
         "outputRetractDist": LANG.ad_rdst_s,
         "outputRetractSpeed": LANG.outputRetractSpeed,
         "outputRetractDwell": LANG.ad_rdwl_s,
+        "outputLayerRetract": LANG.ad_lret_s
     };
 
     for (let key of Object.keys(rangeVars)) {
diff --git a/src/kiri-mode/fdm/prepare.js b/src/kiri-mode/fdm/prepare.js
index bc73bed4..ec84479e 100644
--- a/src/kiri-mode/fdm/prepare.js
+++ b/src/kiri-mode/fdm/prepare.js
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ FDM.prepare = function(widgets, settings, update) {
 
     let { device, process, controller, bounds, mode } = settings,
         { sliceHeight, firstSliceHeight, firstLayerRate } = process,
-        { outputSeekrate, outputLayerRetract, outputDraftShield, outputPurgeTower } = process,
+        { outputSeekrate, outputDraftShield, outputPurgeTower } = process,
         { bedWidth, bedDepth, filamentSource } = device,
         { lineType, danger } = controller,
         printPoint = newPoint(0,0,0),
@@ -588,7 +588,7 @@ FDM.prepare = function(widgets, settings, update) {
             lastPoly = slice.lastPoly;
             lastLayer = layerout;
 
-            if (outputLayerRetract && layerout.length) {
+            if (params.outputLayerRetract && layerout.length) {
                 layerout.last().retract = true;
             }
         }