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Many Ways to Slice a Pie
Best Slicer Software for 3D Printing: 10 Tools, Most are Free

Want to get the best results from your 3D printer? Check out our guide to the best slicer software – most are free.

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Cure Your Ender 3
Best Ender 3 (V2/Pro) Cura Profile / Settings

Let us help you with Ender 3 Cura settings! Enjoy perfect prints with the best Ender 3 (V2/Pro) Cura profile for your needs.

by Niall Mobsby
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Infillin' Like a Villain
Cura Guide to the Best Infill Patterns

Infill can look cool, add strength, and save money, but it all depends on the print. Find the best Cura infill patterns for your application.

by Benjamin Goldschmidt
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It's All in the Filling
3D Printing Infill: The Basics for Perfect Results

In 3D printing, infill plays an important role in a part's strength, structure, and weight. Read on to learn more about it.

by Jackson O'Connell
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Curing the PETG Blues
The Cura PETG Settings/Profile for Perfect Print

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!

by Jackson O'Connell
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How Hot Is Too Hot?
How to Use a Temp Tower in Cura – Simply Explained

When you're printing a temp tower, Cura has its advantages. Read on to improve your 3D print and save on precious filament!

by Lewis Horton
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Blurring Lines
Z Seam (Cura): How to Hide It

A Z seam is a visible line of imperfections running down the side of a print. With Cura, Z seams can be no more! Read on to learn how.

by Jackson O'Connell
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Doing the Splits
How to Split a Model in Cura – Simply Explained

Did you know that you can split an STL file in Cura? Split models easily with this tutorial, which includes two methods. Read on for more!

by Tom Kray
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Pause & Play
Cura: Pause at Height – Simply Explained

With Cura, filament change operations and mid-print insertions are easy. Find out how to use the Cura pause at height feature!

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Curing Surfaces
Cura: Ironing – Simply Explained

Ironing is a useful slicing feature that can smooth out the top layer of 3D prints. Read on to learn all about Cura ironing settings!

by Jackson O'Connell
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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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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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Goodbye, High Retraction!
The Best Ender 3 S1 (Pro) Cura Profile / Settings

The best temperature, print speed, and retraction settings, among others. Read on for the best Ender 3 S1 & S1 Pro Cura slicer profiles.

by Jackson O'Connell
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Gaps, Begone!
Arachne in Cura, Orca Slicer & More: The Basics

In Cura, Arachne allows for variable perimeter widths, conferring benefits like reduced print time. Read on for more about this innovation!

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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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A Nicer Slicer
Cura Settings Decoded – An Ultimaker Cura Tutorial

Discover the hidden features of the Cura slicer software. We'll show you how to take your 3D printing to the next level for perfect prints!

by Matt Jani
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Cura Your Stringing Ailments
Cura Retraction Settings: How to Avoid Stringing

Retraction is the key to reducing stringing. Find out how to perfect your Cura retraction settings (including the coasting settings).

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A Multitude of Solutions
Cura Extrusion Multiplier: How to Improve Your Prints

Cura's extrusion multiplier is actually called "Flow". Read to learn what it is, how to tune it, and how it can help fix print issues.

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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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Three Hops This Time!
Z Hop: What Is It & How to Configure It in Cura

Supports falling off mid-print? Z Hop can help! Learn how to use this setting in Cura to improve your prints.

by Jackson O'Connell
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