Simplify3D
Simplify3D is professional 3D slicing software designed to prepare 3D models for 3D printing. It converts STL, OBJ, and 3MF files into printer-specific G-code that controls layer height, infill density, print speed, temperature and extrusion settings. Users include 3D printing enthusiasts, engineers, product designers and manufacturers who need precise control over print quality. The software features an interactive preview, variable print settings for different regions of a model, multi-part and dual-extrusion support, and compatibility with a wide range of 3D printers. Simplify3D is used in research labs, makerspaces, and professional production environments where print reliability matters.
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1 suggestionSimplify3D has shipped a native Apple Silicon build since version 5.1 (released in early 2022), and the current version supports both Intel and Apple Silicon processors natively. If you are running an older Intel-only version, download the current installer from simplify3d.com — the automatic download serves the correct architecture for your Mac. After installing, your existing printer profiles and custom settings will carry over. You will see improved performance and battery life on M-series Macs compared to running the old Intel build under Rosetta. If for any reason you need to verify you have the native build, you can check the app's architecture by opening Terminal and typing: file /Applications/Simplify3D.app/Contents/MacOS/Simplify3D — a native build will return "arm64".
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