Idiot"s Guides: As Easy as It Gets! 3D printing can be a mind-boggling process. How can you print something three dimensional and have a real, usable thing when you"re done? It"s actually quite easy, as this helpful guide shows you. Whether you"re an inventor, artist, or just curious about 3D printing, with this guide by your side, you can design, create, and print your own parts, artwork, or whatever else you can imagine! In it, you get: Pointers on choosing and using a 3D printer and printing software; Guidance on the basics of design, modeling, and finishing; Tips on creating your own designs, reverse-engineering an object, or finding projects online; Advice on troubleshooting the most common 3D printing problems; Fun DIY projects to put your 3D printing skills into action.