Knowledge Center

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.

A clear breakdown of what goes into 3D printing pricing — material, machine time, labor, and failure rate — plus practical tips to reduce your costs.

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.

Learn the three main approaches to multi-color 3D printing — manual filament swapping, multi-material units like AMS and MMU, and dual extruders — and find out why color-change prints cost more [...]

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.

Tired of support marks? With the right bridging and overhang settings, you can print many parts cleanly — without any supports at all. Here are practical methods you can apply today.