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An STL describes the idealized 3D object you want to produce. | An STL describes the idealized 3D object you want to produce. | ||
We won't cover producing the STL file. For the purpose of following this tutorial you can use this STL file, which describes a small storage bin. | We won't cover producing the STL file. For the purpose of following this tutorial you can use this STL file, which describes a small storage bin. | ||
==== Installing and setting up PrusaSlicer ==== | |||
PrusaSlicer runs on your computer, not on the printer itself. | |||
You will need to install it to be able to convert your STL into G-code. | |||
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# Click Print | # Click Print | ||
# When finished, allow the bed to cool, and then wipe clean with small amount of isopropyl alcohol on clean paper towel. | # When finished, allow the bed to cool, and then wipe clean with small amount of isopropyl alcohol on clean paper towel. | ||
== DO NOT LEAVE MACHINES UNATTENDED == | == DO NOT LEAVE MACHINES UNATTENDED == | ||