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Curing the PETG Blues
The Cura PETG Settings/Profile for Perfect Print

PETG is a durable, non-toxic filament that can be difficult to print. Learn how to find the Cura PETG settings/profile for your needs!

by Jackson O'Connell
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DIY: Dehydrate It Yourself
3D Printing Hack: How to Build a Filament Dry Box for Under $20

Is moist filament killing your prints? Build a simple, yet effective, dry box on a budget, or see our top commercial picks!

by Tori Quan
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To Smooth, or Not to Smooth?
PLA Smoothing: How to Smooth 3D Prints

Layer lines are a fact of FDM 3D printing. Check out our simple guide on PLA smoothing to learn how to smooth 3D prints and hide the lines!

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Nuts About Screws
Threads & Screws: 3D Print Them Perfectly Every Time

3D printing threads and screws that fit is a challenge. Check out this simple guide to learn how to successfully design and print them!

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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!

by Miroslav Sarcevic
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Price Smarter, Not Cheaper
How to Price Your 3D Prints Without Selling Yourself Short

Turning a hobby into occasional sales raises a surprisingly hard question: what should you actually charge for things you 3D print and sell?

by Carolyn Schwaar
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No More Strings Attached!
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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Boost Your Bambu
The 10 Best Software Tools for Bambu Lab 3D Printers

Bambu Lab printers feature some great hardware. Check out the best Bambu Lab software tools to get the most from your printer.

by Vasco Martinho
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Smooth & Steady
3D Printer Lubricants: What Actually Goes Where & What Never Should

The right 3D printer lubricant improves the performance and lifespan of your printer, the wrong one can muck up the works. Here's the difference.

by David Henning
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3D Printing Technology Guide
Complete Overview of the Types of 3D Printers

Learn about the 7 main types and more than 20 subtypes of 3D printer technology, including FDM, SLS, MJF, SLA, SLM, and many more methods of additive manufacturing.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Sagging PLAns
Glass Transition Temperature of PLA, PETG & ABS: What It Means for Your Prints

The real reason plastic goes soft before it melts, and what that means for anything you print in PLA, PETG, or ABS

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Just the Best (Ignore the Rest)
Beginner or Expert? 25 Cool Arduino Projects, From Blinking LEDs to Home Robots

Looking for an Arduino project suited to your skills? Check the best for beginners and expert makers.

by David Henning
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Hack Your Lack!
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.

by Nicholas Anna
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Watching Paint Dry
Painting PETG, PLA & Other Plastics – 4 Methods

Painting 3D prints can be challenging. Check out our guide to painting plastics like PETG, PLA, ABS, nylon, and more.

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Practical Makes Perfect
30 Arduino Projects That Are Actually Useful

There's plenty you can do with a microcontroller, including useful projects. Simplify your life with these great Arduino project ideas!

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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.

by Matthew Mensley
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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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Additive Differences
FDM vs Resin 3D Printer: The Differences

FDM vs. Resin 3D printer, which one is right for you? Learn the main differences between the two main printer types.

by Vincent Reitinger
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Let There Be Light
Best Resin 3D Printers 2025: Our Top Picks in 9 Categories

The best resin 3D printers for home, backed by hands-on testing and reviews. Check out our picks to find the best resin printer for your needs.

by Matthew Mensley
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Always Tinkering
Editor’s Choice: 30+ Cool Tinkercad Projects to Learn From & Get Inspired By

Tinkercad designs have a range of uses, and we've got some ideas! Get inspired by these incredible Tinkercad projects.

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