3DPrinting
3DPrinting is a place where makers of all skill levels and walks of life can learn about and discuss 3D printing and development of 3D printed parts and devices.
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My printer doesn't tell me shit about how much it needs to be adjusted. The level routine is to move the head the 3 corners put a piece of paper under the nozzle and loosen the leveling screw until it is lightly touching. I made a mount to use a dial indicator but it really just made the process take longer.
I always had terrible luck with that. I've just resorted to printing large squares and adjusting until the square sticks the way I want.
I've made myself a gcode file that is just several tracks of skirt going around the bed several times. Works like a charm for leveling for me, and it's fun to peel off after the nozzle.