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I’ve Tested More than a Dozen Budget 3D Scanners – These Are My Favorites

Scanning the market for an entry-level 3D scanner? There are many to choose from. Here are the ones I think are worth your time.

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Autodesk 3ds Max 2027: Free Download of the Full Version

Looking for a version of the pro 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software Autodesk 3ds Max 2027 to download for free? Check out your options here.

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Your Phone, Your 3D Studio: Best Scanner Apps for Android & iPhone

Check out the best 3D scanner apps for iPhone and Android. They're fun, accessible, and great for photogrammetry!

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Best Ender 3 (V2/Pro) Cura Profile / Settings

Let us help you with Ender 3 Cura settings! Enjoy perfect prints with the best Ender 3 (V2/Pro) Cura profile for your needs.

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We Found Six STL Repair Tools That Really Work

Slicing software can patch most minor issues in your STLs, but it can't reconstruct missing geometry, resolve deep structural faults, or handle tangled meshes. Here's what you need.

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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!

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Glass Transition Temperatures of PLA, PETG & ABS

Different materials go from hard to soft at different temperatures. Learn all about PETG, ABS, and PLA glass transition temperatures.

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3D Printer G-code Commands: Main List & Quick Tutorial

Understanding G-code commands will unlock the next level of 3D printing. Read on to quickly learn the basics of this code!

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Gluing 3D Prints: Glues for PLA, PETG & ABS

Some designs are too big to 3D print in one piece. So, the parts need to be glued together. Check out glues for PLA, PETG, and ABS!

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Forget Standard Desk Toys: These 3D Printed Fidgets & Clickers Are Actually Worth Your Filament

From print-in-place gears to mesmerizing geometric motion, we found the absolute most satisfying free models to load onto your printer.

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How to Split an STL File / 3D Model for 3D Printing

3D printing large parts can be a challenge! Read on to learn how to split STL files into parts using common software tools.

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The Truth About “Food-Safe” 3D Printing Filament: Regulations, Risks & Real Options

Just because it's PLA doesn't mean it's safe for food contact. See which ones actually are and how to use them.

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Orca Slicer: Retraction Settings – Simply Explained

Retraction settings are some of the most important values to tune for a great print. Let's check out Orca Slicer's retraction settings!

by Gloria E. Magarotto
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Cura Guide to the Best Infill Patterns

Infill can look cool, add strength, and save money, but it all depends on the print. Find the best Cura infill patterns for your application.

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Bambu Studio: Support Settings – Simply Explained

Mystified on how to best support your objects in Bambu Studio? Fear not, all Bambu Studio support settings are here! Read all about them.

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3D Printed Guns: Origins, Legality, Types & Status

Are 3D printed guns something to be concerned about? We break down the news, facts, history, and fast-moving legislative battles now reshaping the future of 3D printing.

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The $60 Enclosure: Why Every Maker Needs the Ikea Lack Hack

Stop warping and cut noise without breaking the bank by building a professional grade 3D printer enclosure for under $100.

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Secrets, Tips & Tricks to Painting PLA for Flawlessly Smooth Results

Want multicolor prints without a multicolor 3D printer? Paint them! Check out our complete guide to painting PLA.

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How to Fix Heat Creep (3D Printing): 5 Simple Solutions

Heat creep has 3D printer filament melt too early in the hot end, sometimes resulting in clogs. Learn four simple solutions to this problem!

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The 20 Best Tinkercad Arduino Projects

Let the physicists ponder whether we live in a simulation, while we simulate Tinkercad Arduino projects. Check out the top projects!

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