Basics
Want to learn something new? Check out our helpful tutorials, guides, how-tos, and FAQs for 3D printing, CAD and more.
Want to 3D print an image without CAD knowledge or complicated software? Quickly learn how to convert PNG and JPG to STL with this convenient guide!
Is there really a wood 3D printer? Check out our in-depth guide to learn all you need to know about wood 3D printing today.
If you can't be next to your 3D printer during the entirety of a print, you'll want to monitor it with a camera. Here are some great options for a 3D printer camera that'll let you watch your prints while you're away.
Check out our easy-to-follow Blender 3D printing tutorial to learn step-by-step how to prepare your 3D models for 3D printing.
Having trouble getting your prints to stick even after manually leveling the build plate? Would you like to print on top of an existing object? Try using Z offset to adjust where your 3D printer starts printing.
Modern 3D printing software makes G-code simulating possible in a form of a tool-path. This tool is extremely cool for delving into layers, and can also be important for advanced designers. Here's some of the most trusted & popular G-code viewing tools.
For a long time, ABS was unchallenged when it came to high-strength and durable 3D prints—until PETG arrived. So, how do these materials stack up?
How much do you know about 3D printing's subtractive rival, CNC milling? We take a deeper look into the technology, including what it is and what types of machines and tools exist.
Apart from material extrusion 3D printers, there are also 3D printers based on Vat polymerization technologies such as SLA and DLP. In this article, we'll take a closer look at DLP 3D printers and discuss their benefits and limitations in comparison to SLA machines.
Add some weight to your SVG files by making 3D printable STLs. Follow this simple tutorial to add a 3rd dimension to your art by converting SVG to STL.
As the single board computer market heats up, will the Raspberry Pi keep up? We take the Raspberry Pi 3b+ head to head with the Orange Pi to see how they perform against each other.