Ultimaker Cura Software

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Kilpper & Cura 4ever
Cura & Klipper: How to Make Them Work Together

Cura is an established favorite and Klipper offers many unique benefits. Read on to learn how to make Cura and Klipper play together.

by Ken Douglas
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Cura's Evolving
Cura Adaptive Layers – Simply Explained

Cura's adaptive layers feature uses varying layer heights to achieve increased detail while reducing print time. Read on to learn more!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Waves of Infill
Cura Gyroid Infill: All You Need to Know

An infill pattern can be both aesthetically pleasing and super strong. Find out all about the wonders of Cura's gyroid infill.

by Pranav Gharge
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Expanding Your 3D Toolbox
Cura: Horizontal Expansion – Simply Explained

Cura Horizontal Expansion settings can fix dimensional inaccuracies and cure elephant's foot. Read on to learn more!

by Brian Leonard
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Flowers Are Optional
Cura Vase Mode: The Basics Simply Explained

Vase mode is a common slicer mode for aesthetic prints. Follow along as we demystify Cura's vase mode to create some seamless models!

by Pranav Gharge
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Lean on Me
Cura: Support Z Distance – Simply Explained

Support Z Distance in Cura can make removing supports a breeze! Read on to learn about this setting and how to tune it for your prints.

by Vincent Reitinger
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Growing Some Fangs
The Best Anycubic Vyper Upgrades & Mods

The Anycubic Vyper is packed with features, but there's always room for improvement. Read on for the best Anycubic Vyper upgrades!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Cura Offset from A to Z
Cura: Z Offset – Simply Explained

Z offset control can be useful in a number of ways, including printing on top of an object. Learn how to adjust Cura's Z offset setting!

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One Benchy at a Time
Cura: Print One at a Time – Simply Explained

Cura's print "One at a Time" slicer setting can be super handy. Read on to learn how it works, how to use it, and more!

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Branch Out
Cura Tree Support: All You Need to Know

Tree supports are efficient and tidy. Find out why the Cura tree support setting is one of our favorite 3D printing tricks.

by Pranav Gharge
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From Digital to Physical
Lithophanes with Cura: Easy Tutorial (incl. Best Settings)

Lithophanes turn digital pictures into tangible ones that you can see when light shines through. Check out how to make a lithophane in Cura!

by Priyank Pal
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Under Pressure
How to Set Up Linear Advance in Marlin

Linear advance can predict nozzle pressure for more consistent extrusion. Read on to learn how to set up linear advance in Marlin!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Icing on the Cake
The Best Cura Plug-ins of 2024

Plug-ins for UltiMaker's Cura take an already great slicer to a whole new level. Check out our top picks for the best Cura plug-ins!

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First Impressions
Cura First Layer Settings: Initial Layer Simply Explained

The initial layer is the foundation of the entire 3D model. Learn all about Cura first layer settings and how to get them perfect!

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No Strings Attached
Cura: Combing Mode – Simply Explained

In Cura, combing is an important setting that reduces retractions and can prevent stringing. Learn how you can use combing mode in Cura!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Slice & Send Sans SD Card!
How to Connect Cura to OctoPrint – 2 Simple Steps

Connecting Cura to your OctoPrint server has never been simpler. Here's all you need to know to connect Cura and OctoPrint!

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The Best Slice for You
PrusaSlicer vs Cura: The Differences

Read on to see our head-to-head comparison of PrusaSlicer vs. Cura, two of the best free and open-source slicer software options out there.

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The Cure-All for All Your Slicing Problems!
UltiMaker Cura: All You Need to Know

UltiMaker Cura is the slicer of choice for many 3D printing enthusiasts. Read all about it so you can start your Cura journey!

by Thomas Maillioux
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The Coast Is Clear
Cura Coasting Settings: Simply Explained

Cura is a 3D slicer with some very neat features. Keep reading to learn about the best Cura coasting settings and see what they can do!

by Pranav Gharge
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A Custom Cure
Cura: Custom Supports – Simply Explained

If Cura support generation isn't up to your standards, check out the Custom Supports plug-in to achieve your ideal settings!

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