3D Printing
ChromeOS devices are not just for browsing, productivity, and education; they can also be powerful tools for makers and hobbyists. If you’re into 3D printing, your Chromebook or Chromebox can help you prepare models for printing through the process of slicing. Slicing is the step where your 3D model is converted into instructions (G-code) that your printer can understand. This chapter will guide you through installing and using popular 3D printing slicing applications on ChromeOS. From setting up Linux-based slicing tools in Crostini to leveraging web-based and Android alternatives, you’ll learn how to transform your ChromeOS device into a vital part of your 3D printing workflow. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just starting, this guide will empower you to seamlessly integrate ChromeOS into your creative process.
| Application Name | Description | Product Page |
|---|---|---|
| OrcaSlicer | OrcaSlicer is an advanced open-source 3D printing slicer based on BambuStudio, offering customizable features and optimized workflows for various printer models, Including, but not limited to, printers made by BambuLabs. | OrcaSlicer |
| Prusa Slicer | Prusa Slicer is one of the most well known open-source slicers that will work with a wide variety of 3D printers on the market, not just Prusa branded printers. One of the most significant advantages of Prusa Slicer is that builds are maintained for both x86-64 and ARM64 based devices. | Prusa Slicer |
| Simplify3D | Simplify3D is one of the top-rated commercial 3D printing slicers on the market. Simplify3D maintains an x86_64 Linux Build of their software that will work on most modern Intel and AMD-based ChromeOS devices that have Linux Support Enabled. | Simplify3D |