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3D-print bed-layout guides

Reviewed September 17, 2026 · NEST technical guide

NEST answers the print-layout question first instead of sending you through a list of loosely related searches.

Start with the exact task you need. Each guide gives the direct answer first, then the settings, limitations, and checks that matter before slicing.

Spacing vs. edge clearanceWhy part spacing and plate margins are separate controls.Fit more parts on one plateA practical sequence for orientation, rotation, spacing, and keep-outs.Put an STL face parallel to the bedChoose a surface, orient it, and check for below-bed conflicts.Use a 45° resin orientationWhat the 45/45/45 preset does—and what it cannot decide.
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