3D Printing Perfection: Things You Must Check Before Every Cura 5 Print

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In this video, I will guide you through everything you need to know before slicing your 3D models using Ultimaker Cura. First, we'll cover the basics of getting started, including the different versions of Cura available and the file formats it supports. We'll also talk about the importance of model orientation and how to select the right printer, nozzle size, and filament.
Moving on, we'll explore the different settings modes available in Cura, including basic vs. advanced, recommended vs. custom settings, and how to read color codes. We'll then dive into the specific settings you need to pay attention to for every print, such as quality, layer height, walls, infill, speed, travel, and cooling.
We'll also cover important topics like supports, build plate adhesion, and how to save your profiles once you've found the perfect settings for your model. Finally, I'll walk you through the process of slicing your model, checking your prints, and exporting them for 3D printing.
By the end of this video, you'll have all the knowledge you need to set yourself up for success with Ultimaker Cura. So join me on this journey of mastering 3D printing with Ultimaker Cura!
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00:00 - Intro
00:22 -Cura Version
00:46 - Before Getting Started
01:47 - Initial Settings
02:11 - Model Orientation
03:11 - Custom vs. Recommended Settings
04:34 - Cura Warnings & Assists
06:39 - The Models Purpose
07:33 - Quality Settings
08:42 - Wall Settings
14:47 - Top/Bottom Settings
17:27 - Infill Settings
20:27 - THANK YOU!
21:14 - Extra Infill Strength
25:37 - Material Settings
26:36 - Speed Settings
30:46 - Travel Settings
33:23 - Cooling Settings
34:18 - Supports...
35:05 - Build Plate Adhesion Settings
41:12 - Saving Your Settings
46:19 - Conclusion
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[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

30:48 One thing I forgot to mention the retraction settings I mention apply to Bowden tubes. If you have a direct drive you want to test at a 1mm or less or you’ll have some problems.

[@NorwegianWeirdo]

Hi, is it the "Retraction Distance" that should be less than 1mm? I've had some stringing issues as a ender 3 S1 Pro user. Also thank you for this excellent video.. I definitely saved this profile. Edit: Welp.. something is wrong with the settings. After finishing the initial skirt, the whole printer restarts and I get an "unexpectedly stopped files" message. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYmmgZudrruqbcU It only happens when using the settings from this video, any of the default settings works fine.

[@spawncalibur1022]

@@NorwegianWeirdo curious of what to set. The minimum distance is 10.0mm with the yellow error thing(not red). my retraction distance I have at 0.6. Yet to test

[@MTRUITT95]

One of the best KZbin videos ever! I am a BBQ, Laser Printer and more recently 3D wannabe. I am going to say it, Best Vid Ever! Well done!

[@johnx9318]

This is the second of your videos I have watched. After three years of fiddling with Flashprint, PLA and my adventurer 3, and a further two weeks of sheer frustration with trying to use ABS and PETG - I have finally made the move to Cura. So far, I have invested two hours in your videos. Great information and presented perfectly - THANK YOU!!!

[@bjornml.08]

I've seen 2 of your videos on Cura and just want to thank you so much! You expain things so well and thoroughly, step by step. Makes it easy to understand and apply.

[@bubbadoolittle2812]

Best 3d video on KZbin! Keep posting! You just answered about 90% of the questions I have about 3d printing!

[@meyou9369]

I really like how you go by each setting and explain it in a way that you understand what it is doing and why. Normally, people just gloss over settings like this and act like it's already clear enough. The use of examples and scenarios is great.

[@Frightline777]

WOW! Your videos really make a huge difference and your logic is sound!! Because of the videos, i have improved my prints and trimmed the time off substantially.Keep them coming..i will keep watching.You are one of the best teachers i have seen.Thank you

[@user-sw5uu8td5s]

I really enjoy how you actually explain what things are your an amazing teacher thank you for your time.

[@user-yf6yu7hg5b]

Thank you so much for these amazing videos. I have had my ender for a year now and gave up on it. until I came across one of your videos and then went on to watch many more. My prints are perfect, smooth and my main thing was warping. Raft has saved my prints. Thank you

[@ConnersWorld]

Finally! Someone with a Cura video explaining this process like I'm 5 years old! Hella yeah, bless you brotha! So ready to begin my printing journey!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

I tried to make it for any skill level even the level of I have a box with a 3D printer in it now what?! Be sure to check out the rest of the series I break down Cura and how to use it. Best of luck and happy printing

[@andrewmortimer3317]

Such a good video! This has a huge number of tips I will keep referencing as I keep printing going forward. The info you shared about wall settings for nice models and overhangs will be a big help on some current problems I’ve been working through. Keep up the great videos!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Jaguet]

Just wow! It was the best video ive ever watched about cura settings, Thanks!

[@dougbas3980]

Learned a lot! Especially about analyzing the slices in Cura to avoid time intensive fails. Great advise!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

That’s awesome glad I could help. Analyzing prints is something most don’t do but it can save time and filament!

[@Cferg]

Thank you! I’ve been printing almost 2 months now. Today I learned about infill and ironing.

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Wonderful! Those are definitely two important settings. You should be checking and understanding best of luck with your future Printing!

[@dmonhuntr75]

Excellent video. This is very helpful, I wish I had this info when I started printing.

[@computergururick]

Fantastic video. Helps a lot. I am printing with ASA and this has helped greatly. Thanks.

[@dcchillin4687]

New to printing, thanks for the cura rundowns!

[@andyb7754]

Excellent informational video, as always! Thank you.

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariedst-louis1459]

You’re really good at teaching ! such a nice and good video :) thanks !

[@SUVwanderer]

Fantastic video! Really well done, it was a huge help.

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

That’s great I’m really glad to hear it!

[@WarrenPenner]

Pure gold right here! Thanks again!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

No problem glad to help!

[@Clownmeati8]

Thank you for all the great info, I just started 3d printing a couple months ago and you and a couple others have been a real blessing.. I bought a budget printer, (anycubic kobra 2 neo) and it has been awesome. The slicer is perfectly fine for most of what i do.. Mostly parts and hardware without tons of detail but I have reached the point that i think more options becoming important now and likely more important as I run into problems I'll need to find a fix for. Im still a little too new to really know what i need yet but im taking your opinion and tryng cura . looking forward to outgrowing my printer and uphrading but i cant say enough about how impressed i am with anycubic so far. Ive been cnc woodworking for about 10 years and now and was intimidated by 3d cad but got lucky choosing onshape to learn on. (Lucky because I went there because it was free) Six weeks later at the youtube university I'm designing and making my own stuff, couldnt have done it without help like yours, so thanks again! Also thanks for saying oriented instead of orientated! 😊

[@jasonb-sk4px]

this video changed everything i know or knew about 3d printing. thank you for this video

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Wow! Well I’m glad I could help!

[@TheAgyemangDuah]

Thank you for these tutorials, they are really helpful. I can't help but wonder the amount of tinkering you did to achieve all these helpful tips

[@nelsongonzalez6292]

THANK YOU hello from Colombia the best 3d teacher

[@goatelope7539]

This is fantastic. Thank you

[@AjeethCheppudira]

Great video with excellent tips.

[@stanstocker8858]

You've nailed one of the biggest things for getting good surfaces by telling people to slow down. Three klipper machines here, all tuned, one Marlin machine that hasn't been klipperized yet, and a VMinion also fully tuned for resonance and linear advance. My default print speed range is 35 to 50 mm/sec on all of them when I intend to paint the model. Actually the VMinion can do quite well at 80, but there is a bit of improvement by dropping into the 40 to 60 range. Sort of a gut feel based on the model more than some exact rule. A vaguely boat like blob in 8 minutes isn't something of much use in my little world. You're doing some very interesting and well thought out videos here, thanks!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Well thank you for your comment. I’ve put a lot of time and thought in my stuff to make it easy to understand and help everyone. Your one of the few I’ve found on my side when it comes to speed. How quick people for get about the tortious and the hair…😄 Thanks again.

[@terrylyn]

You can also adjust the wall print speed even lower, that way it doesn't slow down the print time too much because most of the time it's printing inner walls and infil.

[@laich2]

very detailed tutorial. thank you so much

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Glad it was helpful! But to be honest this is nothing compared to what I’m putting out in the next few weeks starting tomorrow. I’m going over everything Cura has. If you want detailed don’t miss this series. 🤓

[@michaelaxmann7245]

Your tutorials are top notch and entertaining. Ever thought of a live stream for beginners to show their problems/fault for you to give troubleshooting advice?

[@cyates42]

I’m a newbie 😂 but these videos make me a pro. Appreciate you my man… GREAT VIDEO AND KEEP THEM COMING

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

That’s amazing. Super happy to hear that. Thanks for the comment.

[@wolfman75]

Thanks Chris!!! Very Helpful!!!! 👊👍😎

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Great to hear!

[@MrRayGooh]

Thanks for all the info.

[@rachaelb9164]

Rafts are awesome for print in place as well. It avoids that elephant foot squish deformity on the bottom layer that makes it hard for stuff to move freely. This is great info. I’ll go a couple months without printing then I forget what settings to use. I have an older Anycubic but I’ve been having issues with external dimensions and pieces not fitting together properly. I think I just need to tweak some stuff and save as its own profile.

[@kenspaceman3938]

Another very informative video, thanks!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Glad you liked it!

[@grahamwood3105]

thanks very much for your video help . i am going to try this.

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Great glad I could help!

[@amused2deth]

Bless you brother! Great video!!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Thanks I’m glad you liked it.

[@amused2deth]

@@ItsMeaDMaDe LOVED it!

[@RobOnekea]

CHRIS!!! These videos are awesome! Watched two of them already and my prints already improved. Can you pleeeeeeze do one on supports?? That would be mucho appreciated!! Great job!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

ROB!!! Glad you like them and I’m glad your seeing good results. I’m planning on a support video in the near future.

[@NearlyHatedForLife]

I love this video ❤

[@DennisCrawfordJr]

i thought you talked about adaptive layer height in a video but I couldn't find it quickly. guess ill start watching them all again. there has lots of good info. i have done about 5 busts since watching this video and they look so good now. thanks

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Im so glad your prints are turning out great! I actually don’t talk about adaptive layer height. There is a lot to it and the video was long enough 😅. I was thinking I might do another separate video just talking about that in the future.

[@DennisCrawfordJr]

@@ItsMeaDMaDe cool, I just found out that it messes with your supports. It makes them go at weird angles and not work as good.

[@TasosX]

What a wonderful channel, very helpful, whenever you find time, could you please make a video with the best settings in Ultimaker Cura for 3d printing miniature wheels for rc drift cars? 30mm x11mm.

[@TheExtremeElementz]

Where is it!? I want to see the Hulk print! Haha 😂😭😅 But seriously this is helpful print gold right here thank you. 🙏🏽

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Ha. I was waiting for someone to say that 🤣😂

[@franzgriffle6063]

Nice!

[@DennisCrawfordJr]

Thanks!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Thank you so much Dennis!! I really appreciate the support!

[@vfpfineart]

what was the settings for print in place models? Ty for such detailed instructions 🙂

[@dakupenndragon810]

Love the videos on Cura man. I just got a question, will changing speeds and stuff in Cura effect Klipper speeds? I just preordered the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro which has Klipper built into it, my current printer the Shark v3 doesn't have that. I'm just curious because I have never messed with a machine with Klipper.

[@DennisCrawfordJr]

Thanks. When I use lighting I always clicking from the nozzle dragging or hitting the infill.

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Let me do a short explaining what you could do to fix this.

[@Bart_Depestele]

Hi Chris, thank you

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

You are very welcome

[@apryllsadventures7520]

can you make a beginners tutorial for tevo tornado 3d printer?

[@st.johnslutheranchurchlcms6852]

OK, good to start from the beginning again. Had a mentor, but for some reason He decided to end the mentorship. It's ok because it forced me to look elsewhere. Love your tutorials, they are very good, easy to understand and a great tool to fall back on. if there is a means to support this, please send me a means to connect.

[@georgespapillon364]

Hi ! I do not have that title bar on top where you choose the printer, material...! I use Cura 5.4

[@WhereNerdyisCool]

I'm confused, in your video about travel settings, you discussed not using Retract at Layer Change?

[@hendrikjbboss9973]

Hi there Chris, fantastic presentation as always 👏🏻 👍🏻 Remember that I asked about nozzle size in a previous video? Well, watching this video I realized that while Cura 5.3.0 does provide different nozzle sizes for Creality Ender 3 Pro it does not provide any other sizes than 0.4mm for Ender 3 S1 Pro. This is a problem for me as it forces me to use Cura 5.2.2 or PrusaSlicer 2.6. 😮

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Thanks! Very strange. You can’t change it in the top panel of the screen? I’ve never heard of anyone not being able to change it…

[@hendrikjbboss9973]

@@ItsMeaDMaDe There is always a "first time" for everything 😛

[@ultrabob32]

Hi, thanks for the videos, very helpful, i have a problem with my filament flatten out to the point of jamming, any ideas to look for rather then turning of retracting

[@kevinwithrow]

Extruder is too tight had that issue last night

[@cyranodaburgerack8745]

I'm printing a Prusacaster (guitar) and the core piece has 7 walls and 25% infill to prevent warping because of strings temsion. On that topic, I printed a remix of the pickguard which has a raised hexagones logo and the lettering "Prusacaster". When I use 0.2 layer height it completely ignores the logo and the lettering. Then I tried 0.12 layer height and turning on "print thin walls" and it worked! Except I don't know which of these two changes made it work. Any idea? Very informative video as always!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

That’s cool. On the topic of your question I would say it’s layer height. The quality naturally gets better the thinner the layers. That’s my best guess.

[@BB-kz9cb]

Is there a way to import settings profiles? for example I have an Anycubic Kobra Max. Could I download like a fine detail profile for doing busts or figures?

[@evosithlaw]

Hi, I'm just getting stated in Cura, and it's connected to my Snapmaker J1s and Snapmaker 2.0 A350T 3 in 1 Dule Extrusion printer. How can I import my print settings from one PC to another, or where do I find that file? I don't know where it's stored.

[@wilsonrivera1156]

I have a Qidi tech shadow 6.0 pro3d printer and new to add this can I do the same thing as the kingroon 3d printer or should I stay with just the kingpin 3d printer also I lost the Zip drive that came with it how do I replace it or do I just download it. PLEASE HELP !!!

[@angeladorno2150]

I like you tutorials, but I have never get a good set up with yours settings.

[@drewd6083]

Can we get your profile you created in this video?

[@rodgertaylor3204]

Hi Chris, been going through your videos for the umpteenth time lol. Was just wondering when in your quality setting you the layer height at. 0.1mm and initial layer height at 0.2( 0.4 nozzle). Do you level the bed to 0.1 or 0.2, I have a feeler gauge. Thanks for all the good work you are doing for the 3d printer community. Thanks for any help. 🍺🍺

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

So I typically will have a first layer of .2mm and I will level my bed to a .1mm height. This ensures I get a good squish on the build plate. So you would use a 0.1mm feeler gauge.

[@rodgertaylor3204]

Thankyou.

[@caintforcookie1018]

Hello. Thanks so much for your tutorials. I am about a year into my 3D printing journey and I mainly print cookie cutters. Biggest headache is stringing. Could my filament brand be the issue? I’ve tried changing settings and retraction towers with no luck

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Hey! I have found some filaments are more prone to stringing it also depends on the printer. The filament could also have moisture in it as well there are multiple factors but changing to another brand to test is a good start.

[@caintforcookie1018]

Thank you. I'm on a ender 3 v2 BTW.

[@DennisCrawfordJr]

Do you have a must do list for when you get a new filament. Like, temp tower, retraction tower, flow calibration and so on

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

I’ll make you another shirt to answer this. Let’s see if I can answer it in 60 seconds 😅

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Here is your answer! kzbin.infoVyunhZ6LEEA?feature=share

[@richardsimmons6470]

Little confused about changing Permanent settings ie Those that will refer to EVERY setting on a particular Printer ie saving the results of these tests If so what should the order be of each setting Are changes saved automatically or should they be changed into a Profile which would then be updated each time I presume you would be running on that profile for everyday printing Special settings would be saved into that Model ie if you wanted a special pillar type A lot of problems are caused by insufficent instructions from manufacturers like setting up the build plate (Auto Level machines) initially AnyCubic has a Level Template Creality you adjust the wheels initially and then ise auto levelling

[@alexandermoon4031]

Is there any way that you can share or talk about how you get the G code to actually have Cura run the machine if it's connected to a computer?

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

I could add that to the list for a future video.

[@frankieventura9923]

Aloha I know you mentioned on here that these settings are for ender3, would it work on cr10 with a 0.6 nozzle?

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

So I have a CR-10 and these settings work for it too. But. I haven’t used a .6mm nozzle with it. I would have to do some tests to find out.

[@debrasam5525]

I have binge watched your channel since finding it a few days ago. Why do you tun your prints perpendicular? Is there a reason?

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

That’s awesome this is my favorite comment today! Just doing my part to feed the addictions of the hobby. I do that cause I’ve found I get less fails. Don’t have any data but it seems to just work better.

[@debrasam5525]

@@ItsMeaDMaDe sometimes experience over data gets the best result in life. Thanks for the response.

[@sanjivk]

Need some help.I made a Stl file with certain dimensions. however when I load the file into Cura and scale the dimensions all change. How do I tackle this

[@christian_U81]

Takk!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

No Thank you so much. I’m glad this could help you!!

[@Oldmanflyfishing]

Sometimes you just have to tell Cura, “ Wasup”? Classic

[@MMQsTacosConLimons]

How can we add your profile into cura?

[@juliofranco9244]

Hello sir I buy a creality 3v2 neo but I can print nothing it just spaghetti salad can you help me please thanks

[@richardsimmons6470]

Can you save "Your Settings"

[@MorrWorm8]

Bro I’m struggling. I’m going to go through every second of this. I have a old Anet A8

[@ksmillar69]

Why can't I see the Nozzle Drop down when in "Prepare"? I only see an option to see "Material"

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

I’m not aware of this feature in Cura.

[@BB-kz9cb]

How does this model print without supports?!

[@prateekbajpai2291]

waiting for supports

[@johnx9318]

We can't go on meeting like this...

[@ritesha8050]

i print my first layers at 5mm/s🤣

[@jesseburson]

I print slow too. Mostly of the time I don't go more than 40mm/s. When you print for quantity, you lose that quality.

[@MadMackz]

YOU DONT ACCELERATION OR JERK ADJUST??/!!!! BRO,,,,,,BRO0..... I highly suggest trying out all accelerations set to 500, Jerks at 20, initial layer jerk/layer print jerk 8, in layer travel jerk 5. skirt brim jerrk 8. You will cut hours off your prints without quality loss. try it dude . its worth it. (And I also swear by the 15-20 mm adhesion layers but I use a cht hoternd so i crank the speed to 60 due to the extra flow ive gained with the cht nozzle (also highly recommend a CHT)

[@AP-yd1wz]

Dude looks like he 3d printed his mustache. Good content though. 👍

[@TrasherBiner]

The 1930's cartoon villain moustache is too distracting...

[@Xxx-VOLTAGE-xxX]

Lol 😅 I love his mustache

[@PeterAgostiniJdcap26]

You know guy your videos are good but way too long ya my loss … get to the point . Ty

[@EngMakerBr]

Thanks!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Hey!!! THANK YOU! Thanks so much for the super thanks and supporting my channel. I really appreciate it!

[@cyates42]

Thanks!

[@ItsMeaDMaDe]

Thanks so much I really appreciate it and I’m super glad I could help you!