Category: Getting Started
New to 3D printing? This is your starting point. We cover everything from setting up your first printer and choosing the right filament, to understanding the broader landscape of brands, technologies, and industry trends shaping the hobby in 2026. Whether you’ve just unboxed your first machine or you’re trying to make sense of the latest product launches and market moves, you’ll find it here. Complete beginners should start with our setup guides and filament basics. Industry watchers will find our brand analysis and launch breakdowns useful for staying current without sifting through press releases.
The Complete Guide to FDM 3D Print Post-Processing (Beginner to Pro)
Post-processing is the key to making FDM 3D prints look smooth and professional. This step-by-step guide explains sanding, filling, priming, and painting in a simple, practical way for beginners.
2025: The Year Consumer FDM Entered the Multi-Material Era
2025 is a big year for consumer 3D printing. For the first time, multi-material and multi-color FDM printing moved from “high-end features” to tools that everyday makers can use. Many brands launched new systems. Many of them focus on…
Beginner’s Guide to Filaments Usage 2025
If you’re new to 3D printing, this simple guide will help you choose the right filament, use it the correct way, avoid common beginner mistakes, and get clean first prints. Learn how PLA, PETG, TPU, and ABS behave, how…
Creality Root Disclaimer Explained: Risks, Impact, and 2025 K1 Changes
A complete breakdown of Creality’s Root Disclaimer: why K1 2025 removes Root access, real risks of Rooting, who should Root, and what users should do now.
Uncovering the Algorithm Behind Bambu Lab’s Patent
Bambu Lab’s patent WO-2025218693-A1 introduces a software algorithm that optimizes multi-material 3D printing by intelligently assigning filaments to minimize unnecessary material changes. This innovation aims to reduce print times and waste, marking a shift towards software-defined 3D printing, enhancing…
Reddit Users on BambuLab P2S: What’s Great and What’s Missing
We analyzed hundreds of Reddit discussions on the BambuLab P2S. Here’s what real users love — and what they think Bambu still needs to fix.
BambuLab P2S: What We Know So Far — Specs, Price, Reddit Leaks, and Market Position (2025 Update)
BambuLab P2S is coming! Launching Oct 14, 2025 — here’s everything we know: specs, price, Reddit leaks, AMS 2.0 support, and how it compares to P1S.
Bambu Lab H2C and Vortek System: The Future of Multi-Color 3D Printing in 2025
Discover the upcoming Bambu Lab H2C 3D printer with the revolutionary Vortek wireless hotend switching system. Launching in Q4 2025, the H2C supports up to 24 colors, reduces filament waste, and sets a new standard for multi-color FDM printing.
3D Printing Filament Guide 2025: PLA, TPU, PETG, ABS, ASA Compared
Learn the pros, cons, and best uses of PLA, TPU, PETG, ABS, and ASA. Compare print settings, strength, heat resistance, and find the right 3D filament for your project.
Snapmaker U1 Kickstarter 2025: The Four-Extruder Multicolor 3D Printer That Broke Records Overnight
Snapmaker U1 has launched on Kickstarter 2025, raising $7M+ overnight. A four-extruder multicolor 3D printer with SnapSwap tool-changing system.
