Tip: Start with the default process presets and make small adjustments. Large changes to multiple settings at once make it difficult to diagnose problems.
Process Settings
Process settings control how your 3D model is sliced and printed. They are organized into six main categories covering quality, strength, speed, support structures, multimaterial printing, and other specialized options.
Settings Categories
Quality Settings
Layer height, line width, seam positioning, precision, ironing, wall generation, bridging, and overhang handling.
Strength Settings
Wall count, top/bottom shell layers, infill density and patterns, and structural optimization options.
Speed Settings
Print speeds for different features, travel speed, acceleration profiles, jerk settings, and extrusion smoothing.
Support Settings
Support structure generation, raft options, tree supports, support material selection, and interface settings.
Multimaterial Settings
Prime tower configuration, filament assignment, ooze prevention, flush volumes, and MMU-specific settings.
Other Settings
Skirt, brim, special modes (vase mode), fuzzy skin, G-code output options, and post-processing scripts.
Understanding Process Settings
Process settings define the behavior of the printing process itself - how fast the printer moves, how much material is extruded, and how features like supports and infill are generated.
Key Concepts
- Layer Height: The thickness of each printed layer. Lower values produce smoother surfaces but take longer to print.
- Infill: The internal structure of your print. Higher density means stronger parts but more material and time.
- Speed: How fast the print head moves. Faster speeds reduce print time but may affect quality.
- Supports: Temporary structures that hold up overhanging parts of your model during printing.