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YouTubing engineer CNC Kitchen’s open-source vibe-coded mesh displacement mapping tool lets you easily manipulate the surfaces of your prints. How does it work and what can you achieve with it?
There are so many options in Blender to simplify a mesh. Read on to learn how to clean up your mesh so you can get back to creating!
Cura's extrusion multiplier is actually called "Flow". Read to learn what it is, how to tune it, and how it can help fix print issues.
Check out the most important settings and a step-by-step guide to creating magical effects with the Blender Particle System!
Learn how to reverse-engineer physical parts into digital design models with the top software options for your 3D scan data.
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CNC machining as a hobby or learning CAM for professional manufacturing applications? Nothing beats free software to get your feet wet.
Cura offers a powerful range of settings to play with. Learn about the main Cura support settings and how to best support your prints.
The Mega is a popular budget 3D printer, but it can be improved. Learn all about the Anycubic i3 Mega firmware and how to update it!
Get a smooth, even first layer with mesh bed leveling. We explain the leveling process and show you how to implement it yourself!
Editing STL files in Fusion 360 has always been tricky. Find out what you can do with Fusion 360's mesh editing tools.
Unlocking the Z-lift technique (Z Hop) in PrusaSlicer: Learn how to change the game on the extruder traveling movements!
By creating PrusaSlicer temperature towers, you can elevate print quality and filament efficiency in one go. Read on to learn more!
Check out our selection of the best free 3D printing software for Ender 3 (V2/Pro/S1/V3) to make your beloved printer even better!
Cura Horizontal Expansion settings can fix dimensional inaccuracies and cure elephant's foot. Read on to learn more!
OctoPrint on Linux is a great combination for diehard Linux and 3D printing fans. Read on for an OctoPrint-Linux installation guide!
Although SolidWorks files don’t translate directly into Blender, discover two ways to import a model from SolidWorks to Blender.
Two predominant options for open-source parametric modeling face off: It's FreeCAD vs. LibreCAD. Read on to learn how they compare.