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Doing the Splits
How to Split a Model in Cura – Simply Explained

Did you know that you can split an STL file in Cura? Split models easily with this tutorial, which includes two methods. Read on for more!

by Tom Kray
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Bob Marlin or Marlin Brando?
10 Good Reasons to Use Marlin Firmware

Marlin is the most popular 3D printer firmware for a reason. Discover all the reasons why you should use it on your desktop 3D printer.

by Lucas Carolo
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The Cura to Your Slicing Problems
10 Good Reasons to Use Cura

Cura is one of the most popular slicing software options for 3D printing. Check out 10 reasons why you should consider using it.

by Larry Wood
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Just Hanging Out
Non-Planar 3D Printing: 90° Overhangs

Looking for a challenge? How about printing 90° overhangs without supports? Read on and find out all about non-planar 3D printing.

by Leo Gregurić
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A Polygonal Dispute
STL vs OBJ (File Formats): The Differences

Both formats are well known in the 3D printing world, but the OBJ vs. STL case is not yet closed. Read on to see how they compare.

by Lucas Carolo
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Slice and Dice
How to Find the Best Slic3r Ender 3 Settings

Slic3r has great options for fine-tuning print settings on the Ender 3s. Discover the ideal Slic3r profile for your Ender 3, Pro, or V2!

by Jackson O'Connell
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The Perfect Pi
How to Set Up OctoPrint on Raspberry Pi 4

OctoPrint and Raspberry Pi 4 are a match made in 3D printing heaven. Read on for our step-by-step guide to get started!

by Sandy Wood
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Alphabet Soup
G-codes & M-codes: The Differences

G-codes and M-codes are essential for 3D printers and other CNC machines. Read on to learn all about these codes!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Need for Speed
SLA vs FDM: Is Resin 3D Printing Faster?

Is SLA printing faster than FDM? Print speed has more factors than you might think. Read on to get the full story.

by Hironori Kondo
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Don't Print a Fire
Remote Home 3D Printing: Safety, Fires, & Failures

3D printer safety is a valid concern, and keeping an eye on things is important. Read on for the best ways to ensure 3D printer safety while you're away.

by Jeffrey Klein
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Failure-Free
3D Printer Bed Adhesion: 3 Simple Tips to Succeed

3D printer bed adhesion is critical to printing success, but it can be tricky. Learn 3 simple tips to make your prints stick.

by Hironori Kondo
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Something from Nothing
How 3D Printers Work – Simply Explained

3D printing is neither new nor limited to parts created from extruded plastic. Let's learn more about the established technologies, including how they work and what makes them unique.

by Bill Porter
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Higher Resolution = Better Prints
High Resolution 3D Printer – What Does It Mean

The resolution is an indication of printing quality and must be understood from all the three dimensions. Here, we dig deeper into what resolution means on both the vertical and horizontal planes, helping you understand what exactly resolution means in desktop 3D printing

by Brian Obudho
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