Basics Archives

Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Bed Size: What Is It Really?

Like other low-price printers, Creality's Ender 3s makes compromises to print volume. Read on to find out the real Ender 3 bed size!

No More Print Acne

3D Print Zits & Blobs: How to Prevent/Avoid Them

3D print zits and blobs are a quality issue that affects appearance and function. Read about the causes and how you can prevent them!

Easy as P-I-D

3D Printer PID Tuning: Simply Explained

Looking to auto-tune the PID settings on your printer to improve print quality? Learn how 3D printer PID tuning works!

Blending with Unity

Blender to Unity: How to Export/Import Models

Learn how to move files from Blender to Unity, and see why these two awesome programs complement each other so well!

Endless Enders

Ender 3 V2 vs Ender 5 Pro: The Differences

Creality's Ender 3 V2 is an impressive machine, and so is the Ender 5 Pro! Check out our Ender 3 V2 vs. Ender 5 Pro showdown.

Fabulous Fast Firmware

Klipper on Ender 3 V2: How to Install It

Klipper is great 3D printer firmware but can be a bit tricky to set up. Read on to learn how to install Klipper on an Ender 3 V2!

One Big Difference

Jetson Nano vs Raspberry Pi 4: The Differences

Jetson Nano or Raspberry Pi 4, that is the question. Learn the differences between these popular single board computers!

Hot Takes

Ender 3 (Pro/V2) All-Metal Hot End Upgrade

An all-metal hot end unlocks a whole new world of materials. Here's what to consider about upgrading your Ender 3 to an all-metal hot end.

I Am STL Learning

How to Convert G-Code to STL – Simply Explained

Converting an STL to G-code can be done easily, but converting from G-code to STL can be quite a challenge. Learn easily how to do it!

Stop, Animate and Listen

Best 3D Animation Apps in 2021 (Android & iPad)

3D animation doesn't have to use massive software. Unleash your inner cartoonist and check out the best 3D animation apps for Android & iPad!

Branch Out

Cura Tree Support: All You Need to Know

Tree supports are efficient and tidy. Find out why the Cura tree support setting is our new favorite 3D printing trick.

An End-uring Filament

Ender 3 (Pro/V2) ABS Settings: 4 Easy Tips

Printing ABS on your Ender 3 (Pro/v2) can be difficult. Learn 4 easy tips to get your ABS prints looking great!

Bridging the Gap

3D Printing Bridging: 6 Tips for Perfect Bridges

If you've experienced the frustration of messy bridges, read on to see our easy tips and tricks to keep your 3D printing bridging clean!

Keep Your Pi Fresh

Raspberry Pi 4 Firmware Update: All You Need to Know

Like any computer, single-board computers need to be regularly updated. Read on to learn about the Raspberry Pi 4 firmware update process.

Defy Gravity

3D Printing Overhang: How to 3D Print Overhangs

A necessary evil of 3D prints is overhangs. Learn all of our tips and tricks for mastering extreme 3D printing overhangs!

Filling in the Gaps

3D Printer Under-Extrusion: 3 Simple Solutions

Nerved by 3D printer under-extrusion and don't know how to get rid of it? Check out this guide, which gives 3 simple solutions.

Fused Deposition Modeling

What is FDM 3D Printing? – Simply Explained

What exactly is FDM 3D Printing? We simply explain how Fused Deposition Modeling works as well as cover the advantages and disadvantages.

A Pre-First Layer

3D Printing Raft vs Brim vs Skirt: The Differences

Raft vs. brim vs. skirt: All three features are unique and address different problems. Check out this simple guide to know which to choose.

Slice with Style

Anycubic Photon Slicer: Best Options & Alternatives

More slicers than you might think can be used with Anycubic Photon printers. Check out the best options for Anycubic Photon slicers here!

No Slice, Just Level

Best Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Bed Leveling G-Code

Leveling G-code can be used to aid and test the bed leveling process. Read on for some great Ender 3 (Pro/V2) bed leveling G-code!