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# PrusaSlicer
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You may want to check the [PrusaSlicer project page](https://www.prusa3d.com/prusaslicer/).
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Prebuilt Windows, OSX and Linux binaries are available through the [git releases page](https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/releases) or from the [Prusa3D downloads page](https://www.prusa3d.com/drivers/).
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PrusaSlicer takes 3D models (STL, OBJ, AMF) and converts them into G-code
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instructions for FFF printers or PNG layers for mSLA 3D printers. It's
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compatible with any modern printer based on the RepRap toolchain, including all
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those based on the Marlin, Prusa, Sprinter and Repetier firmware. It also works
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with Mach3, LinuxCNC and Machinekit controllers.
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PrusaSlicer is based on [Slic3r](https://github.com/Slic3r/Slic3r) by Alessandro Ranelucci and the RepRap community.
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See the [project homepage](https://www.prusa3d.com/slic3r-prusa-edition/) and
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the [documentation directory](doc/) for more information.
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### What language is it written in?
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All user facing code is written in C++, and some legacy code as well as unit
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tests are written in Perl. Perl is not required for either development or use
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of PrusaSlicer.
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The slicing core is the `libslic3r` library, which can be built and used in a standalone way.
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The command line interface is a thin wrapper over `libslic3r`.
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### What are PrusaSlicer's main features?
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Key features are:
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* **multi-platform** (Linux/Mac/Win) and packaged as standalone-app with no dependencies required
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* complete **command-line interface** to use it with no GUI
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* multi-material **(multiple extruders)** object printing
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* multiple G-code flavors supported (RepRap, Makerbot, Mach3, Machinekit etc.)
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* ability to plate **multiple objects having distinct print settings**
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* **multithread** processing
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* **STL auto-repair** (tolerance for broken models)
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* wide automated unit testing
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Other major features are:
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* combine infill every 'n' perimeters layer to speed up printing
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* **3D preview** (including multi-material files)
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* **multiple layer heights** in a single print
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* **spiral vase** mode for bumpless vases
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* fine-grained configuration of speed, acceleration, extrusion width
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* several infill patterns including honeycomb, spirals, Hilbert curves
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* support material, raft, brim, skirt
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* **standby temperature** and automatic wiping for multi-extruder printing
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* [customizable **G-code macros**](https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/wiki/Slic3r-Prusa-Edition-Macro-Language) and output filename with variable placeholders
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* support for **post-processing scripts**
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* **cooling logic** controlling fan speed and dynamic print speed
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### Development
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If you want to compile the source yourself, follow the instructions on one of
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these documentation pages:
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* [Linux](doc/How%20to%20build%20-%20Linux%20et%20al.md)
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* [macOS](doc/How%20to%20build%20-%20Mac%20OS.md)
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* [Windows](doc/How%20to%20build%20-%20Windows.md)
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### Can I help?
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Sure! You can do the following to find things that are available to help with:
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* Add an [issue](https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/issues) to the github tracker if it isn't already present.
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* Look at [issues labeled "volunteer needed"](https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/issues?utf8=%E2%9C%93&q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+label%3A%22volunteer+needed%22)
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### What's PrusaSlicer license?
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PrusaSlicer is licensed under the _GNU Affero General Public License, version 3_.
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The PrusaSlicer is originally based on Slic3r by Alessandro Ranellucci.
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### How can I use PrusaSlicer from the command line?
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Please refer to the [Command Line Interface](https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/wiki/Command-Line-Interface) wiki page.
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