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From Paper to Planes
Sketch to 3D: How to Convert a Sketch into a 3D Image/Model

A few methods to convert a sketch to 3D. Read on to learn how to digitize your sketches and develop 3D images and models from them!

by Jackson O'Connell May 16, 2022
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Kinect-ing the Dots
The Best Kinect 3D Scanner Software

With a Kinect and some software, you can make a decent 3D model of just about anything! Read on for the best Kinect 3D scanning software!

May 10, 2022
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Colorful and Capable
KlipperScreen: All You Need to Know

KlipperScreen is a program that runs on Klipper firmware and provides a GUI to control your printer. Read on to learn more about it!

by Jackson O'Connell May 9, 2022
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How to Mount a Raspberry Pi Camera on an Ender 3 V2

Upgrade your Ender 3 V2 with a Raspberry Pi camera. Read on to learn the best options for an Ender 3 V2 Raspberry Pi camera mount!

by Jackson O'Connell May 8, 2022
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From Counting Cents to Buying Big
How Much Does a 3D Printer Cost?

When buying a 3D printer, cost can be a deal breaker. Luckily, they're getting less expensive. Learn how much printers cost today.

Apr 22, 2022
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Sugar, Spice, & All Things Dice
3D Printed Dice: The Top 10 Sites

If your lucky dice are losing their shine, check out these sites for 3D printed dice models to print your own!

by Jackson O'Connell Apr 20, 2022
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A Touchy Topic
Creality Ender 3 (Pro) & BLTouch: How to Install It

Manually leveling a printer bed is so simple a robot can do it. Enter, the BLTouch! Read on to learn how to install a BLTouch on your Ender 3.

Apr 9, 2022
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Same Level, Different Process
Ender 3 V2 & BLTouch: How to Install It

If you love your Ender 3 V2, a BLTouch bed-leveling sensor might be your next upgrade. Find out how to install it!

by Jackson O'Connell Apr 6, 2022
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Firmware Plus More
Ender 5 Plus Firmware: What to Download & Where?

If you're tired of your Ender 5 Plus firmware, read on to learn all about a few great options and where to get them!

by Jackson O'Connell Apr 2, 2022
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Play with Style
RetroPie 3D Print: The Best Cases & Accessories

Check out these RetroPie 3D prints for cases and consoles, and turn your Raspberry Pi into a 3D printed Game Boy!

Mar 22, 2022
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Easy as P-I-D
3D Printer PID Tuning: Simply Explained

Looking to auto-tune the PID settings on your printer to improve print quality? Learn how 3D printer PID tuning works!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 20, 2022
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Change It Up
Ender 3 (V2/Pro/S1): How to Change Filament Mid-print

Switching filaments allows you to use multiple filaments in a single print. Learn how to change filament mid-print on an Ender 3 (V2/Pro/S1)!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 19, 2022
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Sticking with Creality
CR Touch & Ender 3 V2: How to Install It

If you have an Ender 3 V2, CR Touch may become its new BFF. Read on to learn how to install the CR Touch on the Ender 3 V2!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 14, 2022
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Scratch the Surface
Paint 3D & Texture: How to Add Textures to 3D Models

When designing in Paint 3D, textures can add realistic detail to a 3D model. Learn how to add texture to 3D models in Paint 3D!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 11, 2022
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Failure Follows Function
17 Epic 3D Printing Fails & Why They Failed

Need a confidence boost? Check out these epic 3D printing fails that'll make you laugh, cry, and wish your printer could apologize.

Mar 10, 2022
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Polygons, Be Gone!
Blender: Smooth Shading – Simply Explained

In Blender, smooth shading is a great way to make an object's surfaces appear smooth. Read on for more on Blender's smooth shading features!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 6, 2022
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Offset Like a Pro
Ender 3 (Pro) Z Offset: How to Adjust It

The first layer is the most important part of the print, regardless of the printer. Get it right with these Ender 3 Z offset tips!

Mar 2, 2022
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Swapping "BL" With "CR"
Creality CR Touch: How to Get Started

Creality's CR Touch is an automatic bed leveling sensor that's similar to the popular BLTouch. Read on to learn more about it!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 1, 2022
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A Smooth Ride
Linear Rail (3D Printer): Really Better or Just a Hype?

Linear rail 3D printers are said to yield smoother and more precise motions. Read on to see if linear rails live up to their hype!

Feb 28, 2022
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Going Old School
IGES File Format – Simply Explained

They're not new, but IGES files are useful for storing 2D and 3D designs. Learn about the history and capabilities of this file format.

by Jackson O'Connell Feb 22, 2022
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