From the Workshop

Dialing in your retraction settings correctly is the secret weapon for clean print surfaces. We explain how to adjust retraction distance and speed for each material.

Those spider-web-like thin strands on your prints are a solvable problem. We explain the root causes and practical steps to achieve clean, string-free 3D prints.

Solid bed adhesion depends largely on the first layer. In this post, we break down the 5 key parameters that determine how well your print sticks.

Proper bed leveling is the prerequisite for a clean first layer. We walk you through the paper test method for manual bed leveling, step by step.

If your bed is level but the first layer still looks wrong, the fix may lie in your Z-offset setting. We explain the symptoms and how to correct them.

Increasing print speed in FDM doesn't always mean a win. We explore practical ways to strike the right balance between quality and print time.

Most parts that are dimensionally off or have a swollen surface are caused by an incorrect flow rate. We show you step-by-step how to get an accurate measurement with a single-wall test.

Bulging corners and under-extrusion gaps at the start of lines are often fixed by tuning Pressure Advance. We explain how it works and how to calibrate it.

Getting too much or too little filament flow in your prints? Follow this step-by-step E-Step calibration guide using the 100 mm filament test to dial in your extruder steps accurately.

Running the cooling fan at full speed for every material can be a costly mistake. We cover the right fan settings for PLA, PETG, ABS, and more on a material-by-material basis.