Make Flush Text With Bambu Studio (Base of a Model)

[@marshpw]

Searched forever, this is exactly what I needed and under 5 minutes. THANK YOU

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Glad to help. Those video can give you some other techniques too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68 Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@copykats1]

Thank you. I couldn't figure out how to add a a SVG pic without colliding filaments etc. shift/select all/right click/assemble. very helpful thank you.

[@joshuape89]

The newest version of Bambu Studio assembles the constituent parts when you slice them, unless you specify it not to. That tripped me up a little bit. But thanks so much for the tutorial. Very informative!

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

The big downsides to these types of videos are the version updates, that change the steps. There is an updated video that goes over this and other techniques. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68 Thank you for watching and commenting. 😀

[@joshuape89]

@@ashleys3dprintshop this has certainly been a journey! I am a senior engineer with my firm, and haven't actually done any design work in decades, as managers don't actually produce anything! LOL..... I appreciate the guidance and tips as I move forward in this hobby. I did start off with an E3v2 during the height of COVID and that was very fun and interesting as well... but the Bambu Lab products are on another level altogether. Good times!

[@phillipjust6828]

This is really good stuff and a game changer for me. Thanks for sharing!

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

I appreciate you watching and hope it helps! There is a follow up video that goes over other techniques too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@segacynicstudio]

Ohhh, thanks a million this is what I was lookin for, I spent hours trying, thanks a million.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Glad I could help This may may things a bit easier as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@tonymarreiros3186]

O my word Ashley, Thank you so, so much. That was easy. Lol now i have to try it. Once again thank you.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you for the kind words. If you run into any issues please feel free to reach out.

[@Mr.Titanium1911]

Another great educational video. Much appreicated.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you. I will keep making them if folks find value in them. 🙂

[@RutherfordConLLC]

FWIW, for changing the color of the filament, with the object selected you can just push 3 on your keyboard vs the mouse clicks.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Every tip and piece of information is worth more than you realize. Thank you for watching and participating😊

[@newpursuit1]

You don't need the additional plate for backing. You can flip text, assign another filament, and slide it under the main printing face (i.e. the lid). This is useful if you're exporting from another program to scale, from example from OpenSCAD. Keep the text height to 0.2mm (the first layer height), to reduce filament waste.

[@Manabg]

Thank you so much. I was trying so much to fix it.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you very much. There are some updated and consolidated techniques found here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@graycenmashburn3]

Thank you! I knew there had to be a way to do this.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thanks for watching, stay tuned there will be several updated methods coming out.

[@I-LOVE-EARTH]

I thought this video had no sound, until I realized I had to crank my volume.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Earlier videos were a bit rough. 🥲 I would go here for updated techniques. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@Onerabidmonk1]

I loved this tutorial and used this technique a month ago. Went to use it today and I no longer have the change type option

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello. Thank you for the kind words. There is an easier batch of techniques you can use now that does not require cutting a part. It can be found here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@smashimone]

Noob using Bambu app but @ 3:04 its not clear to me what the "cut tool" is actually doing and why we use this step to make flush text. Can you explain this a bit more? Thanks and keep showing stuff like this. Very usefull

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello. That was one of my earlier videos showing one way to make flush text. There are many ways to do it found here. Cut tool 100% optional. 😄 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@wizard1963uk]

The background music is annoying

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

No argument there. Newer videos dropped the music. Thank you for commenting.

[@tadgriffith]

Great Job!

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you very much

[@jordanjacob5015]

Thanks this worked for me for text. How about a video on how to do this for a non-text item like a logo? Can this be done for a non-text logo?

[@susanalvarez4135]

Hi, I am following your video step by step to add words onto a Bambu Swatch. When I select the cube that already has the text embedded, and select cut with same boxes checked as you, it cuts it into two parts named Cube A and Cube B, but it looses the subdivisions (cube and text_shape). I can still see the outline of the text on both pieces, but it becomes the same color as the cube. When I slice those freshly split parts, the letters disappear from the bottom piece (the piece we are supposed to use). Any advice? Great video by the way!

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you for your question. There have been several updates that make this technique easier to do now and you can avoid cutting altogether. If you have any further questions please feel free to reach out. Please go here for the updates. The first 7 min should cover it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@susanalvarez4135]

Thank you for pointing me in the right direction. 😊

[@mururoa7024]

Hi, good video, but maybe fix your audio levels. For any other video on YT I only need to set my volume to 12, but for your video I had to increase it to 58 to hear your voice. This to give you an idea how underpowered the audio stream in your video is.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you for the feed back. I am uploading a music free version soon on this video and another that had some issues.

[@MachineEarth]

I had my computer volume at 100 and could barely hear you.

[@BluDog35]

I've followed both your videos and it's just not working for me. There has to be something I am missing. Really not sure what to do. When I "perform the cut" The text just isn't there. I did the same depth, height and everything you did. Even tried the trick you did in this video of making a new primative and "adding" it to the existing model. It just doesn't work. I'm lost.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you for reaching out. There have been some new techniques since then. I'll probably make an updated video but here is a quick peek at how to do it. (4 different ways) It's a rough video and I ramble so be kind. 😂. The last part of the video should cover what you are running into. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ2rg3mhorBsmcU

[@CGreciful]

Yeah doesn't work for me either, same as you describe. Every step works except the cutting. When you cut it keeps the text object, but removes the color attribute and prevents you from ever putting it back (text object becomes un-editable after cutting). His version looks different than mine though, maybe I have a newer software.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

@@CGreciful You shouldn't need to cut text anymore as there are several ways to flatten text now. You can use the modifier way You can split them into objects and assemble them directly. Or you can add the text and use the "move tool" to make it flush This video has some more practical steps that are a cleaned up version of the other video in the comments. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@vintageb3]

Great video Ashley. How would one make sure the text was only on the first three layers? Thanks!

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Good question! Thank you. Normally I make the text 3 layers by making at it least .6mm in the height. So you can make the adjustment with the scale tool ,tune off uniform scale, in the z axis. So assuming a .2mm layer height .2 is one layer .4 is two layers .6 is 3 layers There can be some overlap in layers in between the numbers like .51-.69 could be 3 layers too. It's easier to think of it as a multiple of your layer height.

[@SystemHacker23]

Thanks for the tutorial! Any idea how i can get the text on the other side of the lid (the inside part)?

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello. I should be able to help. This video goes over the various ways to add text and give you a few different options. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68si=jXfmaHuXo_MjHwKJ

[@she2dancer]

Any idea why my text filament color resets to the cylinder color I originally chose when I cut the object? Thanks

[@she2dancer]

I guess a followup question - it seems that this is happening because I have three separate lines of text instead of just one. So any idea how to do this with more than one line of text?

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello. There is an easier batch of techniques you can use now that does not require cutting a part. It can be found here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@she2dancer]

Super helpful, thanks! Now I just need to figure out how to smooth out that top layer? Any videos for that? I’ve just subscribed, your videos have been super helpfu 😊

[@BennyTygohome]

after I perform the cut I lose the "Text Shape" object and the actual letters are still there but they reverted back to the orginal models color, meaning it's treating it like there is no text, just a ghost outline in the left over cut object containing the text.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

There have been many updates(to my skill level, and techniques) 🥲 I would refer to this video for easier text editing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@BennyTygohome]

@@ashleys3dprintshop i actually figured it out from another if your videos. I added flush text using the "modifier" type. Then i flipped that over so it would have a nice smooth finish from the plate. So far it's looking like that's the greatest and, for me, easiest way to get flush text added. Thanks again. Your videos are great

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

@@BennyTygohome Thank you very much for watching and the follow up. 😁

[@markbaker1827]

I’m in the process of building a tool organizer from a designer that provides stl files of all the parts. Some of the components have recessed size text embedded into the objects. I’ve been trying to print these parts using 2 filament colors so the size text stands out and is more visible. I’ve been using the painting tool to paint the bottom of the recessed letter surface which hasn’t worked very well on some of the samples I’ve been printing. The font is too small and the recess is too deep. Any suggestions on how I can modify the part design to provide flush printed text? Sounds like I’d need to create parts to overlay the new size letter over the old part and then merge them together. Is that a good approach?

[@MachineEarth]

Thank you for this tutorial, I have been struggling with this very operation for two weeks. I am assuming that this will work with flat stl objects as well.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thank you for commenting. Yes, this will be pretty much anything that is supported in the slicer.

[@MachineEarth]

@ashleys3dprintshop I was able to take a file of a huge snowflake, scale it down to fit a tiny box, and place 1 layer on the top.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

@@MachineEarth That is excellent. I love to hear stories of successes and overcoming challenges. No matter how many videos I make I still think there could be another way or an simpler option. But when an idea becomes a successful print it's like a real life level up. Lol😁

[@Mumpirowicz]

I have followed your instructions to the letter numerous times. The text turns the same color as the block after the cut, and I cannot get all of it to be a different color using paint later. Currently working in Black block with white text. Studio version 1.8.4.51. Do I have something set incorrectly in some other settings? I must have watched this video at least 20 times and followed it to the letter, or so I think. Help

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Apologies about the long delay your post was thrown in limbo (under review) on my end. under objects process you may have to move the text lower in the "name" section. Here is a link to the steps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@justinrogers3083]

How do you keep the colors after cutting?

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Depending on how you color the text it will remove the painting you have done. This video has up to date techniques including troubleshooting steps for this technique. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@PowerAirSimulations]

I have a problem, everything is fine until i cut. When i cut the text is no longer a different color, everything turns to the color of the base itself.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Thanks for reaching out. There have been several updates that make flush text easier to do. You wont need to cut the model at all. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@user-ul8cs1ic7o]

Can you turn the music up I can almost hear you

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Dial up to 11! Lol🤣

[@Moulder1]

Please quite the background music 🙏😉

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

I agree it is incredibly annoying. Most of my later videos cut the BGM over the tutorial parts.

[@stevelaminack1516]

How do you do this if there is a protrusion on the flat side, like a handle for a drawer and it won't lay flat? One small thing, the audio is always very low on your videos compared to most.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Sorry about the low volume. My earlier vids were on a very low end mic. So it's either low or loud with static. There are a few videos I have that shows adding text or images to flat/not flat opposite items. I am also working on a video that should address it as well.

[@cryptie]

This no longer works, as I think Bambu updated the cut operation that does not allow this to happen. Now when I cut, it does not keep the independant colors of the text and sacrificial bounding box, they change to white. I tried painting them seperate colors, then assembling them with my object, but when slicing, they show as a solid color :(

[@cryptie]

update: 45 seconds after I posted, I had an idea and fixed it :p instead of keeping the BOTTON portion of the text, I kept the TOP portion. I flipped it, so it was reverse, now the object is ONLY text (without the sacrificial bounding box) I moved that, assembled it, and it works fine.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

If you are painting and cutting objects you should cut first, than paint. I will be releasing an updated text video but here is a sneak preview that should help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ2rg3mhorBsmcUsi=_t5ueNpJvxH_38x8

[@nellyme1973]

tried this but the text isnt there after slicing?

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Quick followup. Your question wasnt the only like this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ2rg3mhorBsmcU&lc

[@Ggoodnight35]

Does the flush text need to be on the flat side that is on the build plate?

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

No it does not need to be. You can make it face up. If you use a PEI or textured sheet it would need to be face down.

[@johnsathe2429]

Is this the only way to add text to the obverse of say, a coin? I'm having trouble getting an obverse side to "take". It just won't do it by flipping and trying to add text as I did on the first side.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Yes there is a way. if you want to just add the text you sometimes unchecking "surface helps" some of my other videos it shows other steps too. for instance this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5bOdpWdlL-enas When I get a chance I'll upload clearer steps.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello, Just release a video that should help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGivY5KIad94jqs

[@johnsathe2429]

Excellent, thanks. Have not tried uncheck yet. I have used the text portion in Fusion 360 so that works but it's pretty tedious as I'm changing text on coins, every 4 coins need a change in text. I have made a single coin with all the different text changes then import into Bambu slicer and copy and paste the number I need. So far it works but seems there is an easier method. Thanks much for these videos.

[@terryclair2914]

How do you do this on a side of a cylinder?

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello thanks for commenting. I made video about that here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXOcdpaep9NsZqMsi=tHayLTdEjaPoEAsP

[@johnsathe2429]

Can the text shape follow a curve? As in a coin around the edge.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello, Yes the text can wrap around nearly any surface. A good starting place would be this video I posted. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooHafniZhdCZp8U You may need to get creative with the curve and embed though.

[@johnsathe2429]

Sorry, I was not very descriptive in my question. I did not mean the coin edge, but glad for the video. I was trying to say the face of the coin but following the circular pattern of the coin. Further, can the text be inset about 1mm from the coin edge to follow the circular face? Or am I asking too much of the simple part of Bambu Slicer?

[@avgjoeshow4208]

I must be doing somethign wrong because I can NOT get this to work. I followed both your coin tutorial and this tutorial and every time I preform the cut the text is gone no matter how much I embedd the text

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Perfect timing. There have been some updates to make things easier with making flush text. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68 The first part of the video should help. If you have any questions I am here.

[@avgjoeshow4208]

@@ashleys3dprintshop awesome. Thank you so much!!!

[@lisafrimberger]

I can't understand him well with the music playing because of my auditory processing disorder

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Apologies. The earlier videos were a work in progress with sound, microphone, editing. There are newer videos without the music and much easier to follow. Thank you for commenting. 😊

[@DaveHayes-xh9kd]

I want to like it but the audio is so quiet and the music is basically the same volume.. I can't hear a damn thing you're saying

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello. This was one of my earlier videos with a terrible mic and still getting a hang of an aging video editor. I would recommend this video for flattening text and other techniques. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@ottokueng4236]

Really stupid to ad music, or noise in the background. Nearly not to understand the voice.😈

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Plenty of "oops" moments when I made those videos. The community has since made loads of recommendations to make the videos less painful. You may have better luck with this video as it combines a bunch fo techniques to manipulate text. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68 Thanks for watching and commenting. 😊

[@ToucanF-16]

Get rid of the background music. It distracts from the video.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

Hello, newer videoes have minimal music as recommended by the community. Thanks for watching and the feedback. 😁

[@ToucanF-16]

I’m bit hard of hearing and the music was a bit overwhelming. Maybe set the music volume at about 30% or so. Thanks for the great content. It certainly helps mastering bamboo studio!

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

@@ToucanF-16 No worries. 😁The music didnt add a whole lot to the video so it may appear in intro and final few min. This video covers a flush text with some added features. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqmpgpmPn5KVl68

[@timcorso6337]

Terrible music (feels like I have a bunch of bees in my head) and way too loud compared to your voice.

[@ashleys3dprintshop]

No music version 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKGTd3drbNRgeMU