How to 3D Print at Seattle Makers
Moving forward, all g-code files for printing at Seattle Makers will be created using PrusaSlicer. PrusaSlicer is a free, powerful slicer that can also be extremely easy to use for all skill levels. This means you can experiment slicing at home before sending in your STL file, and get an idea of materials/time usage. Anyone can download it and with basic training, get a reasonable estimate on time to print. Quick Print Import into PrusaSlicer Select settings Export G-Code If using a Seattle Makers Computer, you can directly export to OctoPrint. If you check “Start print after upload,” Your print will start! If not, export to desktop (or anywhere on your machine, just remember it) and move on to the next step. Open a web browser while on Seattle Makers Wifi and go to octopi{printername}.local example: octopifranklin.local Login Login: member Pass: letsprint Drop G-Code file on the web browser (Upload Locally, NOT to SD) Find your G-Code in the list, and click the print Icon. For Members On Site 1. Slice Your File The following are instructions for slicing your file for