G-code may run quietly in the background, but understanding it can give you more control over your printer and help you solve problems faster.
When you master supports in Bambu Studio, you improve supported surfaces, make removal easier, save time, and reduce wasted filament.
Retraction settings are some of the most important values to tune for a great print. Let's check out Orca Slicer's retraction settings!
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!
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.
A G-code viewer allows you to simulate your 3D prints before starting them. Read on to learn about the best G-code simulators!
When you’re just setting out 3D printing, don’t overthink the slicer. Picking the right one for you is probably much simpler than it seems.
3D slicer settings are the defining factor for successful 3D prints. Learn about the 10 most important 3D printer settings.
Looking for a full version of Simplify3D 5.0 to download for free? Check out our article to see what your options are.
Retraction is the key to reducing stringing. Find out how to perfect your Cura retraction settings (including the coasting settings).
Creality 3D printers ship with Creality Slicer, but that's far from the only option! Check out the best slicers for Creality printers.
A G-code editor allows you to play with your CNC or 3D printing code. Read on to find your ideal G-code editor from our top picks!
Slicing models for resin 3D printing has a few extra considerations. Check out our picks for the best SLA slicer software. Most are free!
Let's take a look at the two most popular slicers for consumer printers. Follow along to find out how Lychee Slicer vs Chitubox stacks up!
In Orca Slicer, fuzzy skin is one of the easiest tool you can use to add texture to your prints. Read on to find out why and how to use it!
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!
Pulling filament back into the hot end is a useful function but tricky to master. Read on to learn all about 3D printer retraction!
There are a lot of Chitubox support settings to play with. Learn about them and the best tweaks for specific use cases, like miniatures!
Orca Slicer is a new slicer that is gaining a lot of popularity. Learn more about Orca Slicer calibration, one of its best features!
3D printing hollow objects can save you money, material, and time. Learn when and how to hollow 3D objects with three easy methods.