2026 EDITION THE COMPLETE VISUAL GUIDE TO 3D PRINTING FOR BEGINNERS YOUR FIRST 3D PRINT IS JUST THE BEGINNING. FROM YOUR VERY FIRST PRINT TO SOMETHING TRULY YOUR OWN. Ready to discover 3D printing but confused by printers, filaments, software, and technical specifications? How to Start 3D Printing is the essential 3D Book created for beginners who want to turn curiosity into creativity, without wasting time or money. Whether you're choosing your first machine or preparing your first 3D print, this practical guide makes 3D printing simple, accessible, and exciting. 250 PAGES. 50+ ILLUSTRATED GUIDES. EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER INSIDE: THE 2026 PRINTER BUYING GUIDE: A complete chapter covering leading brands, printer models, FDM and resin technologies, essential features, budget categories, and prices updated to October 2026. FROM IDEA TO YOUR FIRST 3D PRINT: Understand the entire production workflow, from 3D modeling software and digital files to slicing and finished objects. MASTER THE SLICERS: Practical examples using Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, and Elegoo software ecosystems. FILAMENTS MADE SIMPLE: Discover PLA, PETG, TPU, material properties, applications, and how to choose the right filament. BUILD YOUR MAKER WORKSPACE: Essential tools, accessories, safety, and smart equipment investments. CALCULATE YOUR REAL COSTS: Learn to estimate material consumption, printing time, electricity, and production expenses. PRINT SMARTER: Understand supports, infill, layer heights, common printing failures, troubleshooting, and useful projects. MORE THAN 50 VISUAL GUIDES. REAL DATA. PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE. Unlike traditional technical manuals, this 3D Book combines illustrated diagrams, comparison tables, practical checklists, and real-world examples to make learning easier for beginners. From choosing your equipment to optimizing your next 3D print, every chapter helps you understand how 3D printing really works. EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT INCLUDED! YOUR BOOK UNLOCKS PRIVATE ACCESS TO EXTRA RESOURCES. Scan the QR code inside to access exclusive bonus content and downloadable, printable visual guides designed to support your learning journey. MEET THE AUTHOR: LUKAS STEINER Entrepreneur, successful author, and established voice in the international 3D printing community, Lukas Steiner is known for his work exploring the technologies, creators, and business opportunities of the maker economy. Author of How to Make Money with 3D Printing and How to Master the 3D Craft Printing, his previous books feature 13 international makers and an exclusive interview with Meshy.AI. Now, Lukas Steiner brings that experience to an accessible 3D Book designed for beginners, combining technical foundations with a real understanding of the maker world. YOUR 3D PRINTING JOURNEY STARTS HERE. You don't need to be an engineer or a professional designer. Just bring your curiosity. If you're looking for a complete 3D Book for beginners, packed with practical knowledge to help you master 3D printing and create a successful 3D print, this is your starting point. STOP WONDERING WHAT YOU COULD MAKE. START CREATING IT. HOW TO START 3D PRINTING — FROM YOUR VERY FIRST PRINT TO SOMETHING TRULY YOUR OWN.