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Welcome to the ultimate guide to Ultimaker Cura 5 for beginners! In this ultimate guide for beginners, we'll take you through all the steps you need to know to get started with 3D printing using Ultimaker Cura. If you're new to 3D printing and have just set up your 3D printer, this guide is perfect for you.

First off, I'll explain what Cura is and why it's important to use a 3D slicer like Cura for 3D printing. We'll also go over the different software options available and show you how to download and set up Ultimaker Cura for your 3D printer.

Once you're all set up, I'll guide you through the process of opening a file, resizing and moving the 3D model, and changing the display mode and color scheme. We'll also cover the different types of filament available and which one is best for your first print.

Next, I'll show you how to identify areas that need support structures, prepare your model for print, and slice it using Cura. We'll explain the different settings you need to know, such as quality, infill, shell thickness, support, and build plate adhesion. I'll also give you tips on catching fails before you print and saving your file to disk.

Finally, I'll guide you through your first print and explain how to use pre-set printer profiles and create custom ones. We'll wrap up with a summary of the steps and how to start with simple prints.

If you're new to 3D printing or Ultimaker Cura, this guide is a must-watch.

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00:00 - Intro
03:35 - What is Cura?
05:28 - File Types & Where To Get Them
07:11 - Download Cura
07:56 - Install Cura on Mac
08:48 - Install Cura on Windows
10:21 - Setting Up Cura
13:26 - Workspace Overview
17:42 - A Word on Perspective...
18:45 - Modifier Panel
25:46 - Display Mode
27:20 - A Word on Filament...
29:38 - Basic Settings
35:46 - Support Settings
42:01 - Tree Supports
43:19 - When to Support
46:54 - What is Slicing?
49:50 - Catching Failed Prints!
52:02 - First Layer
54:25 - A Word on Bed Adhesion...
56:57 - Profiles & Presets
59:57 - Wrap Up
1:01:26 - Blooper