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Ender 3

Stupid fast way to calibrate e steps on Ender 3 (v2/pro)

My first 3D printer purchase was a Creality Ender 3 V2. When it failed to stick filament to the build plate I googled everywhere for the answer, eventually searching for “how to calibrate e steps ender 3” and, after a lot of watching YouTube videos and studying forums, here is the stupid fast solution I … Read more
Ender 3

Why does my Ender 3 V2 keep trying to print at 150 degrees using Prusa Slicer?

Learn why Prusa Slicer starts your Ender 3 extruder nozzle at 150 degrees – regardless of your settings.
Ender 3

Ender 3 Bed Wobble: Why It’s bad and how to fix it

The term bed leveling does not mean leveling it with the ground. Actually, it denotes the fact that the nozzle tip of your printer is always at the very same, correct distance when it comes to the whole surface of your 3D object. In this case, it is imperative that you get rid of Ender … Read more
Ender 3, Anet A8

Anet A8 vs Ender 3: Two Super Popular Printers Compared

The world of 3D printing today is becoming increasingly dominated by low price models that pack a lot of functions that had only been seen by their more expensive counterparts. This has made them accessible to a whole new world of budget-conscious consumers and hobbyists who now want a 3D printer for their home for … Read more