Ultimaker Cura prepares your model for 3D printing. For novices, it makes it easy to get great results. For experts, there are over 200 settings to adjust to your needs. And integration with major software platforms makes 3D printing even simpler.
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This video walks you through the basics of preparing your model with Ultimaker Cura.
Ultimaker Cura creates a seamless integration between your 3D printer, software and materials to achieve the perfect print.
Every model you design for print must be translated by Ultimaker Cura into instructions your 3D printer will understand. It does this by slicing your model into thin layers and saving the file ready for printing. Here’s the process in a bit more detail.
The first thing you’ll need is a 3D model. Just be sure to export your file in either a STL, 3MF or OBJ file format so Ultimaker Cura can understand it.
Within moments, Ultimaker Cura slices your model ready for print. You can preview it, scale it and adjust settings as you’d like.
Ready to print? Save the file or print on your Ultimaker 3 directly from Ultimaker Cura. Click Save to File, Save to Removable Drive or Print Over Network.
Cura Connect lets you manage your entire 3D printing workflow from your desktop. Start multiple print jobs on multiple 3D printers, monitor progress and keep track of maintenance – all you need is one or more Ultimaker 3 and Ultimaker Cura software.
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Ultimaker Cura has been engineered to make the most of your Ultimaker 3D printer and materials. When Ultimaker Cura is combined with them both, you have one of the most reliable and seamless 3D printing experiences on the market today.
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Because Ultimaker Cura is open source, the whole world can help to improve and create more features for all users. Either by developing plugins that work with Ultimaker Cura, or contributing to CuraEngine. Are you a developer? Or just looking for Ultimaker Cura tips & tricks? Start exploring the Ultimaker community.
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