Love the way you explain the operation. I just received a flashforge inventor 2. I’m using Windows 10. I don’t know how to get a project to my usb/flash drive. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Keep the vids coming. Thanks
Thanks for the kind words. Have you sliced the file in Flashprint and saved it to a USB drive already? And, is that USB flash drive formatted to FAT32 not NTFS?
I have a finder and when I go to machine type, it has dreamer and dreamer pro. How do I add the finder, when it don’t show in machine type then scan????
hello, i have ap problem with the new softawaRE, AM LOST, WELL THE PROBLEM IS THIS, I HAVE LIKE U A COIN, FLAT THE LAST LAYER IS GOOG BUT THE BOTTON IS HORIBLE, ITHEN I USE RAFT, SAME THING THE RAFT TOP PRINT IS SMOOTH BUT THE COIN STILL COMING OUT HORRUBLE, PLS ANY ADVISE? THANKS
Im such an amateur that I didn’t even know abt expert mode, thanks so much for posting this I didn’t know flashprint had vase mode and I’ve watched a lot of videos on it
quick question here mate , is there a way to select 2 objects at the same time in Flashforge for example say that I have basic shapes in the build area but want to scale them both at the same time how would I do that? I cant seem to be able to select more then 1 object at a time and its quite annoying.
I once was successful in printing a spiral, concentric, and Archimedes top and bottom of a container sliced in Slic3r. Now I can’t figure out how to do it and output on my FlashForge Finder. Can you suggest How can I get Flashforge to Not output its version of the .stl to one of its 4 bottom/top designs that are not nearly as interesting?
Can you help me? My designs have font on them and every time it prints - the font doesn’t come out clean it almost looks like it has “cobwebs” on them. I can’t figure out how to make my design come out smoother without having to do much to it. Look forward to your reply! Gabby
You would have to load the model into Flashprint, cut it into the size(s) you would like and then save the file in a .3mf format. That way you could keep all of your cut pieces separated and remove the ones you've already printed.
Most mesh files formats will work through export in Blender. But simply put you would File > Export > STL and make sure the scene units is checked. The biggest problem exporting any 3D model will be mesh errors, Flashprint attempts to correct basic issues but may end up making a mess of the exported file. If that happens it's good to identify where the errors are and correct them.
Hi, novice question. I’m looking at getting a flash forge adventure 3 to do some printing and I have used and have solid works software. Will a file designed in solid works import into this software? Your reply would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Hi, a scaling question.... I started my design, 2D in AutoCad, dimensions in "realtime" in mm, It imported fine into SketchUp PRO 2019, all dimensions correct. Then exported as .stl from SketchUp (also tried .obj). Started FlashPrint v.3.28.0,loaded model file in, but it came in very small, tiny in fact. I used scale tool, manually entered Z: as 3mm (which is what it should be), and as I had uniform scaling ticked X & Y axis became 74.28 and 79.96 respeectively, which they are (only 0.04mm out). The scaling factor displayed as 99999.00% !! It does print nicely and finished part dimensions are perfect, but this does not seem the correct way to me. Am I doing something stupid ?? Any suggestions to what is going on gratefully received. Thanks, Steve
So when imported into Sketchup it's in the correct units of mm, but export appears to have changed? When exporting STL in Sketchup on the model units dialogue did you set it to mm or model units?
How do you get the software my red flashforge printer came with a cable and that's it(at least for uploading prints wise) I'm wondering if I missed something
MrBen527 you will need to buy some filament for it. If you are new to CAD I would start with TinkerCAD. It's free and doesn't require a serious computer to use.if you're not new to CAD then this should be a lot of fun for you! Congratulations on your new printer.
@@ostry599 I think it's worth trying to see if it will work. Only I wouldn't go more than +/- 5 volts in either direction without printing. If you go too high in voltage it might cause the stepper to heat up.
The majority of the printers in our office are not close to our computers, so our preferred method is flash drives. But you can absolutely plug in via USB to print directly. You can also use the wifi or LAN option for some Flashforge models.
You are right, the Creator Pro does not have a way to send files via USB through Flashprint and therefore you need to use the SD Card. You can use a third party software like Simplify3D (costs $) and it will send files via USB. I literally just walked over there and tested it out so I know that works. Also you can use a cloud based platform like Astroprint for free (No dual print option though with the cloud slicer) but you may be able to slice in Flashprint and use Astroprint to send the file.
@@Chris-from-AZ Assuming you have a 3D model of yourself, you could simply import the file, select scale and drag the mouse to the size you want or click on the scale icon and input a % reduction or increase you require.
I can't believe that FlashPrint *still* has no USB support for my Creator Pro after several years. It clearly knows what printer it is connected to, but no way to send Gcode across USB. Constantly removing and inserting SD cards between computer and printer is kludgy and unacceptable. I've *never* had a problem with USB communications between Simplify 3D and my FFCP. It's a real shame that FlashPrint prefers to remain in the stone-age in this regard.
Great video for someone new to this. Thank you for posting!
Thanks Teach! Learned a lot. Wish I had known some of your pointers years ago....
Great Video Learned so much from this thank you so much for sharing!
Thank you for the best and clearly explained video!
You've got yourself another subscriber
Ran Cohen Thank you.
and another :-)
I see you .?
Great video, strait to to point. Love it!
Great video! It really helped me get started.
I want this version of the software
Where can I get it??
What version did you use?
I have the Adventurer 3, its not in the machine list?
Love the way you explain the operation.
I just received a flashforge inventor 2.
I’m using Windows 10. I don’t know how to get a project to my usb/flash drive.
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Keep the vids coming. Thanks
Thanks for the kind words. Have you sliced the file in Flashprint and saved it to a USB drive already? And, is that USB flash drive formatted to FAT32 not NTFS?
Hi , can you help when I click extruder on the slicer all I get is no models selected so i have to print with right extruder all the time
Thank you
I have a finder and when I go to machine type, it has dreamer and dreamer pro. How do I add the finder, when it don’t show in machine type then scan????
hello, i have ap problem with the new softawaRE, AM LOST, WELL THE PROBLEM IS THIS, I HAVE LIKE U A COIN, FLAT THE LAST LAYER IS GOOG BUT THE BOTTON IS HORIBLE, ITHEN I USE RAFT, SAME THING THE RAFT TOP PRINT IS SMOOTH BUT THE COIN STILL COMING OUT HORRUBLE, PLS ANY ADVISE? THANKS
I was wondering if you could help me...
My FlashPrint keeps crashing everytime I try to save it, And I'm not sure what the issue is...
Im such an amateur that I didn’t even know abt expert mode, thanks so much for posting this I didn’t know flashprint had vase mode and I’ve watched a lot of videos on it
quick question here mate , is there a way to select 2 objects at the same time in Flashforge
for example say that I have basic shapes in the build area but want to scale them both at the same time how would I do that? I cant seem to be able to select more then 1 object at a time and its quite annoying.
Great Video. Any chance You will be making one for Flashprint 5?
Thanks for the video!
Flash print soft ware for Dual extruder
I once was successful in printing a spiral, concentric, and Archimedes top and bottom of a container sliced in Slic3r. Now I can’t figure out how to do it and output on my FlashForge Finder. Can you suggest How can I get Flashforge to Not output its version of the .stl to one of its 4 bottom/top designs that are not nearly as interesting?
I am utterly jealous at the model cutting function. How on earth is that still not in CURA.
i know I'm kind of off topic but do anybody know of a good place to watch new series online ?
@Prince Quinton i use Flixzone. You can find it by googling =)
@Elliot Ramon yup, been using flixzone for months myself :)
@Elliot Ramon Thanks, signed up and it seems like a nice service =) I appreciate it!!
@Prince Quinton you are welcome :D
what version is this
?
Hello
Do you happen to know what version he used? I really need to have this version
I don´t know where to find a fully downloadable version. Thanks!
is it possible to remove the shells from a print?
this was 5 years ago bruuu
Can you help me? My designs have font on them and every time it prints - the font doesn’t come out clean it almost looks like it has “cobwebs” on them. I can’t figure out how to make my design come out smoother without having to do much to it. Look forward to your reply! Gabby
link to download software
How do you cut a larger object and print it in several pieces when it’s too big to fit on the build plate.?
You would have to load the model into Flashprint, cut it into the size(s) you would like and then save the file in a .3mf format. That way you could keep all of your cut pieces separated and remove the ones you've already printed.
Thank you, most helpful :-)
I have no objects to load! I want to draw my own object......... ???
Any idea about whether
1
Blender is suitable for 3d printing modeling?
2
Does blender output file work well with flashprint slicing software?
Most mesh files formats will work through export in Blender. But simply put you would File > Export > STL and make sure the scene units is checked. The biggest problem exporting any 3D model will be mesh errors, Flashprint attempts to correct basic issues but may end up making a mess of the exported file. If that happens it's good to identify where the errors are and correct them.
Hi, novice question.
I’m looking at getting a flash forge adventure 3 to do some printing and I have used and have solid works software. Will a file designed in solid works import into this software? Your reply would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Hi, a scaling question....
I started my design, 2D in AutoCad, dimensions in "realtime" in mm, It imported fine into SketchUp PRO 2019, all dimensions correct. Then exported as .stl from SketchUp (also tried .obj).
Started FlashPrint v.3.28.0,loaded model file in, but it came in very small, tiny in fact.
I used scale tool, manually entered Z: as 3mm (which is what it should be), and as I had uniform scaling ticked X & Y axis became 74.28 and 79.96 respeectively, which they are (only 0.04mm out). The scaling factor displayed as 99999.00% !!
It does print nicely and finished part dimensions are perfect,
but this does not seem the correct way to me.
Am I doing something stupid ??
Any suggestions to what is going on gratefully received.
Thanks, Steve
So when imported into Sketchup it's in the correct units of mm, but export appears to have changed? When exporting STL in Sketchup on the model units dialogue did you set it to mm or model units?
@@imaginationtechnology6291 Thank you, that solved it. I was using model units, if I select mm's then it comes in perfectly. :-) Steve
on the scale setting.. i want it to be measured in inches. but it only says mm.. how do we get it to set in inches.
There is no setting in Flashprint that allows you to change from metric to standard. You can convert, but not show.
How do you get the software my red flashforge printer came with a cable and that's it(at least for uploading prints wise) I'm wondering if I missed something
Follow the link to get the Flashprint software. www.flashforge.com/support-center/flashprint-support/
You can get the software here. www.flashforge.com/support-center/flashprint-support/
Yeah figured it out just now thanks for the two links though
insulter man yes fam
@@spoonforthought3534 yeah I got it figured out, a year ago
Can you dimension and print to scale like in Auto Cad?
MrBen527 Yes, you can import your file and then scale it accordingly. We've done this with vessels and it works great.
Ok but in this software for the Flashforge you can draft from start to finish like any CAD software?
MrBen527 No, Flashprint is only for slicing the design files, it is not a CAD software.
So I purchase a Flashforge and want to make a custom part. Beside a computer to work on, what else would I need?
MrBen527 you will need to buy some filament for it. If you are new to CAD I would start with TinkerCAD. It's free and doesn't require a serious computer to use.if you're not new to CAD then this should be a lot of fun for you! Congratulations on your new printer.
extremely helpful
hi how to set steps? When i make 20x20 test its 20x19.6 and where to correct it... ?
Which model printer do you have?
You can't change the step count as that is set in the firmware, but you can change output stepper voltage which may affect the print.
@@imaginationtechnology6291 i have ctc duo... So if i change voltage it will be change Y axis lenght ?
@@ostry599 I think it's worth trying to see if it will work. Only I wouldn't go more than +/- 5 volts in either direction without printing. If you go too high in voltage it might cause the stepper to heat up.
Thanks dude helped a lot
is there no way to send via usb cable?
The majority of the printers in our office are not close to our computers, so our preferred method is flash drives. But you can absolutely plug in via USB to print directly. You can also use the wifi or LAN option for some Flashforge models.
Thank you for your reply. I have the Flashforge Creator Pro Dual and there simply is no option to send the files to the printer via USB. :-(
You are right, the Creator Pro does not have a way to send files via USB through Flashprint and therefore you need to use the SD Card. You can use a third party software like Simplify3D (costs $) and it will send files via USB. I literally just walked over there and tested it out so I know that works. Also you can use a cloud based platform like Astroprint for free (No dual print option though with the cloud slicer) but you may be able to slice in Flashprint and use Astroprint to send the file.
Ah excellent reply. Thank you very much for your help. :-)
Rather odd that it is not able to send files via USB though. Wonder what the reason is.
Yes, it is crazy that they didn't plan for this, especially in this day and age.
How do you print someone on a low scale
Do you mean simply scale them down for printing?
@@imaginationtechnology6291
If I wanted to print my self I would I slice it
@@Chris-from-AZ Assuming you have a 3D model of yourself, you could simply import the file, select scale and drag the mouse to the size you want or click on the scale icon and input a % reduction or increase you require.
I dont have one but I want to make one
What I'm asking is how do i scan something and print it
how did you zoom in
Using a mouse center scroll wheel will allow you change the zoom factor. If using a touchpad you can use two sliding fingers or pinch to zoom.
@@imaginationtechnology6291 thanks heaps mate
My printer is just tracing not printing
After cleaning the extruder, try cutting the filament at an angle then pushing it in while pressing on the springy thing
Why is my flashprint software nothing like this? Its shit the one I've got??
I want this version of the software
Where can I get it??
What version did you use?
the thing i was looking for: "naaah don't move these settings bla bla"
I can't believe that FlashPrint *still* has no USB support for my Creator Pro after several years. It clearly knows what printer it is connected to, but no way to send Gcode across USB. Constantly removing and inserting SD cards between computer and printer is kludgy and unacceptable. I've *never* had a problem with USB communications between Simplify 3D and my FFCP. It's a real shame that FlashPrint prefers to remain in the stone-age in this regard.
We are going to forward this on to Flashforge engineering to see if it can be done. Enough folks have requested it now.
I agree totally! I wasn't expecting to have to save to an SD card to print...ridiculous.
@@imaginationtechnology6291 Any update from Flashforge?
@@Admiral_Crow So far no sign of direct connection support for Flashprint.
@@todd.foster77 sd card? Does that include flash drive?
nice show but can barely here you?
It looks boring to me.