Computer-aided design (CAD) is used to create 3D models.
Solid parts of the created models are stored in STL files.
A slicer segments solid parts into a stack of flat layers.
Layer by layer, the slicer generates G-code to control the 3D printer.
3D printers usually come with examples that can be printed.
The G-code files include settings for good quality prints on the actual printer.
Rabbit.gcode;FLAVOR:Marlin
;...
;Generated with Creality Slicer 4.8.2-256
M140 S60
;...
M104 S205
;...
G1 F1800 E-0.8
;...
;LAYER:3
M106 S255
;...
| Build Plate Temperature: | 60 °C |
| Printing Temperature: | 205 °C |
| Retraction Rate: | 1800 mm/min = 30 mm/s |
| Retraction Distance: | 0.8 mm |
| Fan Speed: | 100 % |