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Feeling Flexible?
The Best TPU & Flexible Filaments

Check out our picks for the best TPU and other flexible filaments on the market. Find the best flexible filament for your needs!

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Take the Next STEP
STL to STEP: How to Convert STL Files to STEP

If you need to tackle the STL to STEP conversion, you're in luck. Check out these two straightforward ways to convert your files!

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3D Printer Bed Adhesion: All You Need to Know

Getting 3D printed objects to stick to the build plate isn't always easy. Read on to learn more about 3D printer bed adhesion!

by Benjamin Goldschmidt
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Clear Comparative Analysis
Putting Transparency to the Test: We Review Five 3D Printing Services for Clear Parts

The clarity of 3D printed parts is more glasslike than ever with new materials from 3D printing services. We put five top companies to the test.

by Jillian Veader
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Elegoo Centauri Carbon Review: A Lot of 3D Printer for $300

Elegoo's first CoreXY 3D printer gives you plenty of printing potential from upper-end temperatures and a premium-feeling full enclosure.

by Matthew Mensley
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Building on the Basics
3D Printer Bed: How to Choose Your Build Plate/Surface

Looking to get a new build plate but can't decide what kind to buy? Let us help you to make the best decision for your 3D printer bed!

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How to Install Klipper: Step-By-Step Tutorial

You've heard about Klipper: it's fast, great, and fixes your printing problems! Here's how to join in, and how to separate hype from truth.

by Jonathan Charnas
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What Is the Price of a Metal 3D Printer These Days?

Understand the spectrum of metal 3D printer prices, from entry-level technology to hidden expenses and on-demand service options.

by Nutan Jaeger
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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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Let's Make a Mesh
Meshmixer Tutorial for Beginners

Meshmixer is a powerful program for working with meshes. Check out our Meshmixer tutorial to get started with this software!

by Lucas Carolo
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Klipper: Bed Mesh – Simply Explained

First layers can be hard to get right. Thankfully, Klipper can help. Learn how to use Klipper for bed mesh compensation.

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Underrated Serial Bus
How to Connect Your Ender 3 (V2/Pro) to PC/USB Port

The Ender 3 Pro has a Mini-USB port, while the Ender 3 V2 has a Micro-USB port. Learn the ways to connect your Ender 3 to a PC!

by Pranav Gharge
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Not the End of the Story
The Best Ender 3 (V2/Pro) Hot End Upgrades

If you're considering replacing or upgrading your Ender 3 (V2/Pro) hot end, read on for the best options available!

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Pick Your P1
Bambu Lab P1P vs P1S: The Differences

It's the battle of the P1s: Bambu Lab's P1P vs P1S. Read all about how they're similar, how they differ, and which one'll be right for you!

by Priyank Pal
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A Solid Blend
SolidWorks to Blender: How to Import SLDPRT Models

Although SolidWorks files don’t translate directly into Blender, discover two ways to import a model from SolidWorks to Blender.

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Refreshingly Carbonated
Bambu Lab X1 Carbon (AMS) Review: Fresh Thinking, No Tinkerin’

Join us as we review the new Bambu Lab X1 Carbon – an exciting new feature-packed 3D printer that is far more than just a pretty face.

by Jonny Edge
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Rough Around the Edges
Cura Fuzzy Skin Setting: What It Is & How to Use It

Cura's fuzzy skin feature generates a rough exterior surface on 3D prints. Learn when to use it, how it works, and what settings control it!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Core Memory
Prusa Core One Review: Tinkerer’s Choice

Prusa's new enclosed CoreXY 3D printer is a more open, modifiable, and repairable solution at a competitive price.

by Shawn Frey
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A Whole New FDM World
The Types of FDM 3D Printers: Cartesian, CoreXY & More

The types of FDM printers are much more diverse than just CoreXY and Cartesian 3D printers. Read on to get to know them all!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Physical Into Digital
Our 10 Favorite Photogrammetry Software Tools & How to Pick the Right One

Check out our choice of photogrammetry software available right now for virtual reality, gaming, mapping, construction, defense, and so much more!

by Carolyn Schwaar
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