Printing tips, project ideas and what is new on the site
Our new partner 3D Prints Fast now prints and posts your lithophanes and models in the US, and we're looking for print shop partners worldwide.
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A look at gears, belts and lead screws, and the new Mechanism tab taking shape in 3D Maker Studio.
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Measure your spool, pick your drawers and print a storage tower that fits it exactly. Free with a free account.
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Learn how joints, flexi links and the Bend tool in the 3D Maker Studio or 3D Designer v2, let you print models that move, right out of the box.
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A look at CNC Router Studio, where photo carving, cut-outs, V-carve signs and circuit board milling all come together in one place.
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CNC router tools are on the way: carve a photo relief from your browser, with proper tool radius compensation. Here's what's coming and how to get early access.
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Your models, the Designer, a converter, pictures and colour painting together, for Windows and Mac. Coming Soon!!!! Download it from 1 November 2026.
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From 1 November, the 3D Designer and 3D Previewer desktop apps come together on your workbench, free to download for Windows and Mac.
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The biggest update the 3D Designer has had, free in your browser and in the desktop app and many news tools.
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Turn one family photo into a collectible figure you can 3D print, as an STL or a ready-to-go colour 3MF.
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Both desktop apps are now free on Windows and Mac. Completely FREE to use, and "Never pay again" Updates with a small supporter fee. (optional) but help us with development and updates. Time is money!
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Applications for this round of beta testing are now closed. Here's why active feedback matters, and how to stay in the program.
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