See, a slicer is a piece of software for your PC or Mac that can convert a 3D model file -- normally with the file extension .STL, .3MF or .OBJ -- into a file that is usable by your 3D printer.

Once you’ve uploaded the file to the 3D printer, it builds the object in layers using the “slices” from your program of choice. Beware the Upgrade Spiral I was far from modest at the start.

But back in 2016, Mattel had an aborted attempt to bring 3D printing to kids under the Thingmaker label. You can see a promo video of the device below. ... Think of the analogy to programming.

Both the Saturn 4 Ultra and Mars 5 Ultra are made to be used by seasoned pros and 3D printing newbies alike. Both products work right out of the box and don't require calibration or complicated setup.

The best budget 3D printers: Reviews & Recommendations. ... including pulling in print files from outside sources and using Toybox’s slicer programming. In other words, ...

The 3D printer part takes on appearance and some of the characteristics of those materials. With specialized 3D printers, it’s possible to create objects in a variety of materials, even cheesecake.