Slicer Software
Strengths
I use Bambu Studio
It's free and open source. When i purchased my first Bambu Lab printer late 2024, an A1 Mini, i started to use Bambu Studio as my slicer and probably won't stop using it anytime soon.
- Less tweaking
- Tree supports
- Clear interface
What is a slicer?
A slicer will prepare a 3D print for you. When i create 3D models, i use STL files. These STL files can be loaded into a slicer. The slicer will create a so called gcode that let the 3D printer know what to print. That code will ‘remember’ all print settings entered in the slicer software.
Other slicers
Bambu Studio is not the only slicer in the world, but it’s free and easy to setup and use. When i got into 3D printing, i started with Simplify3D, but it’s paid software and definitely not the best anymore. There are also other non paid open source options like Ultimaker Cura for example.