3D Slicer

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Perfectly Form-ulated
PreForm (Formlabs): All You Need to Know

PreForm by Formlabs is a versatile and powerful slicing software for Formlabs 3D printers. Read on to learn all about it!

by Jackson Moody
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Nice Slice
Prusa Research Releases Feature-Heavy PrusaSlicer 2.6 Update

Organic supports, multi-tool slicing, "refined" G-code and more are delivered with the new update.

by Adam Kohut
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The Cura to Your Slicing Problems
10 Good Reasons to Use Cura

Cura is one of the most popular slicing software options for 3D printing. Check out 10 reasons why you should consider using it.

by Larry Wood
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Stairway to Resin
The Best ChiTuBox Alternatives

ChiTuBox is great, but it's not the only fish in the sea of resin 3D slicers. Check out the best ChiTuBox alternatives!

by Phillip Bruno
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Negative Volume, Positive Feature!
PrusaSlicer: Negative Volume – Simply Explained

Bypass CAD programs with this handy tool! Learn about PrusaSlicer Negative Volume and how to use it to its fullest potential.

by Gloria E. Magarotto
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Open Sesame
AnkerMake’s Slicer Is Going Open-Source

In a recent blog post, AnkerMake announced a slew of forthcoming updates to its slicer – including a software transition to the open-source PrusaSlicer.

by Adam Kohut
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However You Slice It
Lychee Slicer Now Works with Filament 3D Printers

Popular third-party slicer for resin 3D printers announces new compatibility with FDM machines. Launching in public beta, over 480 3D printers are supported at launch.

by Adam Kohut
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Slicing on Repeat
Repetier Host: All You Need to Know to Get Started

Repetier Host provides a comprehensive slicing solution. Learn everything about it to get ahead in the 3D printing game.

by Pranav Gharge
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Slicer Showdown
Simplify3D vs Cura: The Differences

Among the most popular slicers, Simplify3D and Cura split opinions and hearts in the 3D printing community. Find out which is best for you!

by Lucas Carolo
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OctoPrusa
PrusaSlicer & OctoPrint: How to Use Them Together

If you're already a fan of PrusaSlicer, OctoPrint is a great next step. Read on to learn how to make them work together!

by Jackson O'Connell
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An Underrated Craft
CraftWare: How to Download, Install & Use This Slicer

It pays to know how to get the most out of your slicer. Dig into this comprehensive guide to learn how to download, install, and use CraftWare.

by Pranav Gharge
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New Name, New Updates
Prusa Renames Slic3r PE as PrusaSlicer and Gives it a Huge Revamp

News from Josef: Prusa has been simplifying and improving its open-source slicer Slic3r PE, offering a ton of interesting new features and introducing a new name PrusaSlicer.

by Hanna Watkin
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Slicing in 6 Languages
Simplify 3D gets Multi-Language Support, Adds 20 Popular Printers

Professional 3D slicer software "Simplify 3D" now offers multi-language support for English, Japanese, Spanish, German, French and Italian.

by Anatol Locker
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It's All About Control
MatterControl 2.0: How to Get Started

MatterControl 2.0 is much more than a slicer, with many features to handle your 3D printing needs. Read on to learn more!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Idea to Print
IdeaMaker (Slicer): How to Get Started

Raise3D's IdeaMaker is a powerful and feature-packed 3D slicer. Read on for our beginner's guide to IdeaMaker!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Finally, You Can Position Panels
Ultimaker Cura 4.1 Beta Released with UX Improvements and Slicing Enhancements

Ultimaker has launched a new beta update to its open-source 3D printing slicer, Cura. This version, Cura 4.1, promises to bring more control to a user's 3D printing workflow.

by Hanna Watkin
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Have a Plate
Creality Print 5.0 is Looking a Bit Like Bambu Studio

The slicer is getting a "revamp" to compliment Creality's upcoming multi-material device, the CFS, but also adding a multi-plate project feature.

by Shawn Frey
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You Feel Me?
Formlabs Releases Formlabs Texture Engine, A Web-Based Displacement Map Tool

The app directly applies textures to 3D models through a relatively quick, four-step process.

by Adam Kohut
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Tree Hugger
Cura 5.4 Brings User-Contributed Improvement Years in the Making

Improved tree supports result in faster print and slicing times, plus a setting for easier brim removal, new material profiles, and more.

by Adam Kohut
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The Simple Life
Can Simplify3D 5.1 Make Up For 5.0’s Poor Reception?

An update to the paid slicing software introduces features to improve prints' top layers, Wi-Fi support, and more.

by Adam Kohut
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