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  1. You can also download slic3r to use on your own computer here: https://www.prusa3d.com/drivers/
  2. Click Add on the button bar Locate your STL file
    • Click Add on the button bar

    • Locate your STL file

    • Click Open to insert it onto the build platform.

  3. Click and drag the inserted model to move it on the build platform (the model will stay locked to the platform in the Z direction) Click and drag in the empty space to orbit your viewport.
    • Click and drag the inserted model to move it on the build platform (the model will stay locked to the platform in the Z direction)

    • Click and drag in the empty space to orbit your viewport.

    • Right click and select "Rotate" to rotate your object onto the build platform.

    • You can also add/remove copies of your object from the right click menu. (Note, if "Auto Arrange" isn't selected in Preferences, you'll need to move your copied models around on the bed).

    • Use the scroll wheel on your mouse to zoom in and out

    • Middle click and drag to pan the viewport.

  4. Ensure the Print Settings, Filament, and Printer dropdown menus match the picture shown. Set the desired fill density for your print.
    • Ensure the Print Settings, Filament, and Printer dropdown menus match the picture shown.

    • Set the desired fill density for your print.

    • Most jobs can be printed at 15-20%. Bear in mind, the greater your fill density, the longer your print will take!

    • If your print job includes any overhang, set your desired support settings.

  5. Click "Slice now" to prepare your file for export.
    • Click "Slice now" to prepare your file for export.

    • Click "Export G-code" to save your file in your desired location.

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