GCode
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Introduction
We have arrived to the final stage of the workflow in CraftWare Pro. The purpose of the GCode page is to simulate the output of the printing process and let the user spot potential problems before the costly and time consuming printing.
The Generated GCode can be used in various ways.
Examining the output visually
We have implemented various functions to help you examine the output of the slicing process. In the ribbon menu, you will find several displaying related functions. You can find more information about these in the User Interface Manual.
There are two main sliders on the GCode page. The one is on the right side of the screen is a vertical slider, representing the layers which build up the model. The other one is a horizontal slider at the bottom of the page. The latter represents the actual GCode command which will be executed in the actual layer.
Printing
To use the GCode on your printer, you will have to export it as a file. Also, we offer a direct upload option for printers that are supported, which can be accessed in the bottom right of the GCode page.
Export as File
The most common way to forward the generated GCode is to save it in your file system, usb key, or directly to the printers shared folder. You can do it by clicking on the Export GCode button or select the Export GCode menu item from the Save/Export menu integrated into the title bar.
Direct Upload
Some printers offer alternative ways to utilize the GCode. If it is available you can select it as default action from the right dropdown menu next to the Export GCode button in the bottom right corner, or access it from the from the Save/Export menu integrated into the title bar.