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Turn text into a 3D-printable STL

Type text and download a printable model: raised name plates, door signs, loose letters, keyring tags and spray stencils. It uses any font installed on your computer, with bold, italic, several lines, alignment and letter spacing.

Set the text height and it is measured on the letters themselves, so 20 mm is 20 mm in any font. The preview marks in red any stroke too thin for your nozzle, which a slicer would quietly leave out. It all runs in your browser.

Tips for a good print

  • If strokes show red, try bold first: it is the simplest fix for thin fonts.
  • Script and handwriting fonts need a bigger text height than blocky ones.
  • For a two-colour sign, pause at the height where the letters start and change filament.

Frequently asked questions

How do I make a name plate STL?

Type the name, pick a font, choose a raised plate, set the size and download the STL. Print it flat on the bed.

Can I use my own fonts?

Yes. Every font installed on your computer can be used; type its exact name if it is not in the list.

Why are some letters missing when I slice?

Their strokes are thinner than your nozzle can print. The preview shows those in red; make the text bigger or bold.

Can I make a stencil?

Yes. Choose stencil and the letters are cut through a sheet. The middles of letters like O and A would fall out, so the tool tells you how many pieces would drop; a stencil font avoids the problem by design.