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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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Ready. Set. Blend!
How to Open an STL File in Blender – Simply Explained

Blender 4.0 has just been released. Check out how to open STL files in Blender to get you on your way to making great designs!

by Timothy Solomon
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A Bone to Pick
Blender: Add Bones – Simply Explained

In Blender, "add bones" is one of the necessary steps for rigging and modeling. Keep reading to learn more about bones in Blender!

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From Mesh to Vectors
How to Convert STL to DWG (AutoCAD)

Converting from STL to DWG isn't as straightforward as it sounds. Read on to learn more about these formats and how to get an STL in AutoCAD.

by Lucas Carolo
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Flawless Z Seam with Cura
Cura: Outer Wall Wipe Distance – How to Use This Setting

Z seam issues can make or break a 3D printed part. Check out how to reduce your print's Z seams by changing Cura's Outer Wall Wipe Distance.

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Can You Cut It?
Tinkercad: How to Split an Object in 5 Easy Steps

Many models exceed standard 3D printer build volumes. Check out our tutorial for Tinkercad, and split objects easily!

by Lee Lind
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Tinkerduino
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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A Monumental Test
I Used AI to Turn Washington, D.C. Into a 3D Printed Map for America’s 250th

PrintPal promises a city miniature from just a name. For America’s 250th, I chose the nation’s capital to see if it lives up to its claim.

by Nutan Jaeger
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Chop, Chop!
The Best Slicers for the Ender 3

Not all slicers are created equal! Read about the slicers for the Ender 3 (V2/Pro/S1/Neo/V3) and find the best Ender 3 slicer for your needs.

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Join the Dark Side
OctoPrint: Dark Mode – Simply Explained

Some are afraid of the dark, others seek it out. In that case, let us enlighten you! Learn how to work OctoPrint in dark mode.

by Elliot Johnson-Hall
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Model for Manufacture
How to Prep Architecture Models for 3D Printing

If prepping your architectural model files for the 3D printer is more complex than you thought, learn these ins and outs of file prep for flawless 3D printed models.

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One Tweak at a Time
The Best Anycubic i3 Mega Cura Settings / Profile

Looking for optimal Anycubic i3 Mega Cura settings? Here is what we suggest as the best Cura Anycubic i3 Mega Cura profile.

by Leo Gregurić
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Gravity-Defying Design
The Brilliant Geometry Secret Behind Gaudí’s Architecture & Your Next Support-Free 3D Print

Eric Utley, applications engineering manager at Protolabs, explains the engineering principles behind Gaudí's architecture and how they can help you design better support-free 3D prints.

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STL Having Issues
Our Favorite STL Repair Tools: Free, Paid, Online, Offline & Everything In-Between

Don’t despair over a broken STL – there are many tools (free and paid) that can help repair your model, and by 2025 they’re better than ever.

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SLA 3DP
The Best Resin Printer Slicer Software

Slicing models for resin 3D printing has a few extra considerations. Check out our picks for the best SLA slicer software. Most are free!

by Lucas Carolo
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Blocks, Frames, Curves, or Clay?
The 4 Main Types of 3D Modeling – Simply Explained

Various types of 3D modeling allow us to design various things, some better than others. Read on to see the best type of 3D modeling for you!

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The Power of Light
LaserGRBL Tutorial: How to Use LaserGRBL in 4 Steps

In just a few steps, you can prep an image for engraving with LaserGRLB. Read on to learn how to do it in this LaserGRBL tutorial!

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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A Fusion of CAD
Fusion 360 vs FreeCAD: The Differences

When looking for a CAD tool with great features, the FreeCAD vs. Fusion 360 decision is harder than you think. Learn which is best for you!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Printing by Numbers
Prusa ColorMix in PrusaSlicer 2.9.6 Beta: Paint the Model, Skip the Setup

Prusa Research has dropped a beta of PrusaSlicer 2.9.6 alongside an EasyPrint update, both shipping Prusa ColorMix – the company's take on the FullSpectrum filament mixing technique that’s spread across desktop slicers in the past three months.

by Matthew Mensley
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The Newest Wares
Klipper vs Marlin: The Main Differences

When choosing 3D printer firmware, you might be looking at Klipper vs. Marlin. Check out the differences and see what suits your setup!

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