Are you wondering why your print’s overhanging parts are ruined? It could be that they have nothing to support them. Thus, the material is extruded into thin air.
Solutions:
The most important fix for this is to add a support structure to hold these overhanging parts.
- Add in-model supports: While it can be complicated for 3D printing newbies, creating in-model support can prevent the typical support structure material from getting stuck in delicate parts of your model.
- Add supports: Use your slicing software to add a support structure to your print.
- Use a support platform: If your model has arms and other similar extrusions, create a solid block or wall of support.
- Split up the parts: Instead of using supports that can mar the print surface, just divide the model into separate prints, so that the overhangs can be printed as a base. You can just stick the parts back together in post-processing.