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Using Ultimaker Cura

Learn all about project files, the adjustment tools, 3D model assistant, print profiles and more.

3D model assistant

  • What is the 3D model assistant in Ultimaker Cura?
  • What are the 3D model design guidelines for printed parts?
  • What alternative engineering materials can I use when printing my model?
  • What printing guidelines improve adhesion and delaminating properties?

Adjustment tools

  • How to move models in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to scale models in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to rotate models in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to mirror models in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to adjust print settings per model in Ultimaker Cura
See all 10 articles

Project files

  • What is an Ultimaker Cura project file?
  • What contents does an Ultimaker Cura project file have?
  • How to start a new project file in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to save an Ultimaker Cura project file
  • How to open an Ultimaker Cura project file

Print profiles

  • What is a printing profile in Ultimaker Cura?
  • What are print settings in Ultimaker Cura?
  • How to use the recommended mode in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to use the custom print settings in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to manage printing profiles in Ultimaker Cura
See all 7 articles

Printer management

  • What is printer management?
  • How to add a printer to Ultimaker Cura
  • How to connect to a networked printer in Ultimaker Cura
  • How to add a custom printer to Ultimaker Cura

Material management

  • What is material management?
  • How to favorite a material in Ultimaker Cura?
  • How to add a custom material in Ultimaker Cura?

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