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Jackson O'Connell

Jackson O'Connell is a member of All3DP’s Content Academy and contributing writer for All3DP.com.

Jackson is a student at the Georgia Institute of Technology, studying finance and computer science, with a deep passion in 3D printing. In his spare time, he likes to work on his 3D printers, CAD, and make fun DIY projects. He also loves to go on bike rides and play soccer.

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Curing the PETG Blues
The Cura PETG Settings/Profile for Perfect Print

PETG is a durable, non-toxic filament that can be difficult to print. Learn how to find the Cura PETG settings/profile for your needs!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 14, 2024
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Never Gonna Let You Down
3D Printed Shelves: 15 Great Storage Solutions

No one likes clutter. Invest in home improvement and get your place in order with these great 3D printed shelves!

Mar 10, 2024
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Ender Bender
The Best Creality Ender 3 Software

Check out our selection of the best free 3D printing software for Ender 3 (V2/Pro/S1/V3) to make your beloved printer even better!

Mar 8, 2024
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The Tip of the Iceberg
How to Clean a 3D Printer Nozzle: The Easiest Ways

The most important part of your 3D printer is the nozzle. Cleaning it properly is important! Learn how to clean your 3D printer nozzle.

by Jackson O'Connell Feb 24, 2024
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The Best Slice for You
PrusaSlicer vs Cura: The Differences

Read on to see our head-to-head comparison of PrusaSlicer vs. Cura, two of the best free and open-source slicer software options out there.

Feb 21, 2024
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I Like to Move It, Move It
3D Printer Gantry: All You Need to Know

A 3D printer's gantry can provide a stable platform for components to move along. Read on to learn everything about them!

by Jackson O'Connell Feb 12, 2024
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Stay Dry!
Hygroscopy (3D Printing): What It Is & How to Deal With It

Hygroscopy is the unseen killer of 3D prints. Find out what it is, its effects on printing, and how you can thwart it!

by Jackson O'Connell Feb 9, 2024
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Keep It Contained
Best Creality Ender 5 (Pro/S1/Plus) Enclosures

Want to enhance the print quality with your Ender 5 Pro/S1/Plus? Check out these enclosures that you can buy or DIY on any budget.

Jan 29, 2024
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Engage Your CoreXY
CoreXY vs Cartesian 3D Printers: The Differences

CoreXY 3D printers offer some benefits, but how do they differ from other FDM printers? Learn about CoreXY vs. Cartesian 3D printers!

Jan 27, 2024
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Bed-er Get Ready!
How to Clean Your 3D Printer Bed: 5 Easy Ways

Proper 3D printer bed cleaning is essential for successful prints. Learn five easy ways to clean your 3D printer bed!

Jan 25, 2024
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Drawn to Life
30 Fantastic 3D Pen Templates & Ideas for 3D Pen Art

Looking for new 3D pen ideas? Read on for some great 3D pen templates, which make drawing complex shapes easy!

Jan 19, 2024
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Shifting Gears
3D Printer Layer Shifting: 6 Simple Solutions

Wondering what causes layer shifting in 3D printing? Check out six easy tips and tricks to prevent a 3D print layer shift!

by Jackson O'Connell Jan 18, 2024
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Good Gets Better
The Best OctoPrint Plug-ins

OctoPrint is a powerful tool, but adding a cherry on top makes it even better. Check out our selection of the best OctoPrint plug-ins around!

Jan 15, 2024
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A Slice of Reality
Creality Print: All You Need to Know About the FDM Slicer

Creality Print is the company's latest entry into the field of 3D slicers for its FDM printers. Read all about it to get started slicing!

Jan 13, 2024
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Sugar, Slice, & Everything Nice
Creality Slicer: All You Need to Know

If you have a Creality printer, Creality Slicer is optimized for you! Read on to learn all the basics about this slicer.

Jan 11, 2024
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When Chrome Doesn't Work
Blender for Chromebook: How to Make It Work

Chromebooks run Chrome OS, an operating system incompatible with Blender. Read on to learn how to get Blender for Chromebook!

by Jackson O'Connell Jan 9, 2024
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A Heroic Slicer
SuperSlicer: How to Get Started

SuperSlicer is a remixed version of PrusaSlicer, with more adjustable and community-inspired settings. Read on to learn what it has to offer!

Jan 7, 2024
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Compare & Contrast
Onshape vs Fusion 360: The Differences

The Fusion 360 vs. Onshape choice isn't made any easier by the fact that they're both great CAD programs. Read on for a comparison!

by Jackson O'Connell Jan 5, 2024
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A STEP Up from STL
The STEP File Format – Simply Explained

STEP files are a useful 3D file type due to their precision and customizability. Read on to learn more about the STEP file format!

by Jackson O'Connell Jan 4, 2024
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Things Can Only Get Better
Best Anycubic Kobra (2) Upgrades & Mods

The Anycubic Kobra (2) is a great machine with excellent features, but can it be tweaked? Check out these Anycubic Kobra upgrades and mods!

Jan 3, 2024
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