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How Hot Is Too Hot?
Why You Should Print a Temperature Tower & How-To in Bambu Studio, Prusa Slicer & OrcaSlicer

A temperature tower is quick, cheap, and useful. With one small print, you can learn a lot about how your filament behaves and dial in cleaner, stronger, more reliable 3D prints.

by Lewis Horton May 29, 2026
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Building on the Basics
Find the Build Surface That Actually Works Best for PLA, PETG, Nylon & More

Looking to get a new build plate but can't decide what kind to buy? Let us help you to make the best decision for your 3D printer bed!

by Jackson O'Connell May 21, 2026
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Intellectual Property Basics
Selling 3D Printed Items – A Legal Guide

There’s a big market for 3D printed items. But before selling them, understand what things you can and can’t 3D print and sell with our updated guide.

by Carolyn Schwaar May 18, 2026
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STL Essentials
Free STL Editors: How to Edit & Repair STL or 3MF Files

From basic options to advanced ones, check out the best free tools to repair or edit digital model files, from Tinkercad to Blender, and more.

by Guilherme Schendel May 13, 2026
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The Ultimate Filament Guide
All 3D Printing Filament Types Explained – Properties, Printing & Best Uses

Confused by filament choices? This updated guide breaks down each type — from everyday PLA to high-performance PEEK — so you can print smarter.

by Carolyn Schwaar May 12, 2026
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Layered for Liftoff
How to Build a 3D Printed DIY Drone That Actually Flies

From quick weekend projects to high-performance FPV builds: This all-in-one guide helps you choose the right 3D printing files, mastering the best filaments, and successfully launching your first 3D printed drone.

by Carolyn Schwaar Apr 25, 2026
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Simply the Best
Best 3D Printers 2026: Our Top Picks in 25 Categories

Stop looking and start printing: we’ve reviewed and picked the best 3D printers across many categories to help you find the best tech for your needs.

by Matthew Mensley Mar 27, 2026
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2D to 3D to Print
We Tested Meshy 6: Can AI Finally Generate Good 3D Printable Models From Photos?

We pushed Meshy 6’s Pro-tier tools to the limit with complex real-world tests—from the Bavaria statue to five-legged unicorns—to see if the AI hype finally matches the STL reality.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 6, 2026
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Fused Deposition Modeling
What Is FDM 3D Printing & Why It’s Still the World’s Most Popular 3D Printing Tech

From its glue-gun origins to the toolchanger revolution of 2026, discover why this material-extrusion technology remains the global standard for versatility, efficiency, and sheer accessibility.

by Lucas Carolo Feb 12, 2026
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Mind the Gap
Gaps in 3D Prints Are A-Void-Able: 7 Types Detailed and How to Fix Them

Gaps in 3D prints are annoying defects that mess up how parts look and work. Check out this guide for easy fixes and how to avoid them!

by Lucas Carolo Feb 10, 2026
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ASA ASAP
How to Master ASA Print Settings for Flawless High-Strength, UV-Resistant 3D Prints

3D printing ASA combines several resistances with great mechanical robustness. Follow these tips to improve your ASA 3D prints!

by Lucas Carolo Feb 7, 2026
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The Results are In
The Strongest Infill Patterns for Maximum 3D Print Strength

We compiled tests of popular 3D printing infill patterns to reveal which geometries offer the best strength and structural integrity.

by Nutan Jaeger Feb 4, 2026
What's In the Box!?
I can appreciate a good, efficient print name.

MakerWorld user Lorenz's parametric Any Box is one example. It lets you create and print just about any box you could wish for, making it a triumph of code and customization. There are plenty of sliders, scalers and hinge styles, giving seemingly infinite flexibility – and it features Gridfinity compatibility, too.

by  Matthew Mensley Feb 3, 2026
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Fine-Tuning with Filament
Master Your Flow: The Only Extruder Calibration Guide You Need

Whether it's E-steps or rotation distance, Marlin or Klipper, calibrating your extruder is critical to printing success. Here's how to get it set correctly.

Feb 2, 2026
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No CAD Required
Print Big Parts on Small Plates: How to Split Your STL in Bambu, Prusa, Orca & Cura Slicers

Stop letting your build volume limit your creativity; master the simple "Cut" and "Split" tools to print massive, multi-part projects on any 3D printer.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jan 20, 2026
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Resin, Set, Go!
Perfect Prints Every Time: The Ultimate Elegoo Resin Settings Guide

Stop the guesswork and start printing. From exposure times to lift speeds, we’ve got the Elegoo resin settings you need to eliminate failures and capture every crisp detail.

by Rachel Kelly Jan 19, 2026
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Express Yourself
3D Printing Merch That’s Actually Worth Buying (No T-Shirts)

Treating yourself? Treating someone you forgot at Christmas? Whatever the reason, these articles of 3D printing-aligned merch are all at least one of useful, cool, stylish or tasty.

by Matthew Mensley Jan 2, 2026
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No Strings Attached
Stop 3D Print Stringing: 5 Pro Settings You’re Probably Missing

3D printer stringing is a common problem, especially with flexible materials. Overcome this issue with these five simple solutions!

Dec 30, 2025
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Haunted Prints
Solve 3D Print “Ghosting” Defects in a few Easy Steps

No need to be scared! 3D printing ghosting or ringing is nothing to fear. Check out this quick guide for easy fixes to prevent it.

Dec 29, 2025
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Boot Camp
When Good Prints Go Bad: Troubleshooting Mid-Print Failures

First layer problems get a lot of attention, but failures mid-print – when you aren’t watching – are more frustrating. What do you do when they strike? We’ve got you covered.

by Matthew Mensley Dec 28, 2025
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