Beginners Guide to 3D Printer Slicers

Learn the fundamentals of 3D printer slicers in this comprehensive 21-minute video tutorial. Explore essential concepts such as file formats, slicer software options, and key settings including layer height, extrusion width, infill, and support material. Discover how to optimize print quality through temperature control, cooling, and retraction settings. Gain insights into advanced techniques like vase mode and the relationship between print speed and acceleration. Perfect for beginners looking to start their 3D printing journey, this guide provides a solid foundation for creating successful prints and improving your skills over time.

Introduction
File formats - STL & Gcode
What is a slicer?
Popular slicers
Layer height & extrusion width
Perimeter/walls/skin/shell
Solid infill
Start and end gcode
Temperatures & part cooling
Speed vs acceleration
Retraction
Support material
Vase mode
Conclusion