A method for processing an abrasive coating after deposition of the abrasive coating to improve properties of the abrasive coating. The method involves: controlling, by a computing device, an energy delivery device to deliver energy to an abrasive coating, wherein the abrasive coating comprises a metal matrix and abrasive particles at least partially encapsulated by the metal matrix; and controlling, by the computing device, the energy delivery device to scan the energy across a surface of the abrasive coating and form a series of softened or melted portions of the metal matrix.