Preparing models for 3D printing can sometimes be a tricky job. Read all about Blender's 3D Print Toolbox and how it can help!
3D printing raft vs. brim vs. skirt: Learn the differences between these adhesion assistants and which to choose, using Cura as an example.
Tinkercad is a great beginner modeling tool, but it's not the only great tool on the block! Check out this list of Tinkercad alternatives.
Pulling filament back into the hot end is a useful function but tricky to master. Read on to learn all about 3D printer retraction!
Reference images for 3D modeling are essential to creating great models. Check out the best sites for them!
PrusaSlicer is powerful slicing software with a long list of expert-level settings. Read on to learn how to get the best out of your prints!
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!
GRBL is free, open-source firmware that enables precise control of your CNC machine. Read on to learn how to get it up and running!
Klipper is great 3D printer firmware but can be a bit tricky to set up. Read on to learn how to install Klipper on an Ender 3 V2!
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.
As much as you love Blender, an iPad mobile app is not in the cards. Read on to learn about a few Blender for iPad alternatives!
OctoPrint's bed visualizer plug-in is a great tool for calibration and troubleshooting. Learn more about OctoPrint Bed Level Visualizer!
Z offset is an important feature to get right. Learn how to correctly set your Ender 3 V2 Z offset so that you can optimize your 3D prints!
First layers can be hard to get right. Thankfully, Klipper can help. Learn how to use Klipper for bed mesh compensation.
This slicer flexes browser-based computing for your 3D printing needs... And more! Read on for everything you need to know about Kiri:Moto.
Wondering what is Fusion 360? Learn more about the popular 3D CAD software tool for hobbyists in this guide!
Universal Gcode Sender is one of the most popular CNC controller options. Read on to learn all about this software and get started!
Here's everything you need to know about the Bambu Studio Slicer. Read on to learn how to use this slicer with your 3D printer!
You've heard about Klipper: it's fast, great, and fixes your printing problems! Here's how to join in, and how to separate hype from truth.
F3D is Fusion 360's native 3D model format, but it's not widely compatible. Read on to learn how to convert F3D to STL!