What is a slicer in 3D printing?
A slicer is software that converts a 3D model (STL file) into G-code - instructions for the printer. Most popular: Bambu Studio, OrcaSlicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer.
How a slicer works
Slicer slices the 3D model into horizontal layers, generates nozzle path for each and calculates filament amount. Output is a G-code file - text instructions for the printer.
Most popular slicers
- Bambu Studio - for Bambu Lab, multimaterial
- OrcaSlicer - fork of Bambu Studio, supports more printers
- Cura - Ultimaker, most popular for Creality
- PrusaSlicer - Prusa Research, open-source
Key settings
- Layer height - layer thickness
- Infill - fill percentage and pattern
- Print speed
- Temperatures
- Support
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