Cubify has recently launched the robust and intuitive Cubify Draw free Apple iOS app, that allows those just starting out with 3D design and 3D printing to create a 3D doodle, that can be subsequently 3D printed at home or uploaded to Cubify.com for 3D printing. This comes following the success of the recently initiated 3D print drawing devices 3Doodler, Doodle3D and Doodlesculpt.
The simplicity of Cubify Draw is appealing as users can just doodle with their finger on their digital device screen. If that is too simplistic, there is an alternative, whereby users can trace an imported picture, then enhance it with features like adjustable line thickness and height, auto-fill and auto-connect. Once completed, the drawing can be uploaded directly to Cubify for 3D printing, or, if users have their own 3D printer, the option is available to have the STL file emailed. Cubify Draw is available in the App Store via free download.
“Cubify Draw takes digital doodling to printable reality,” said Sarah Stocker, senior director of Cubify for 3D Systems, “This boundary breaking app is our latest gamified installment in our commitment to democratise content-to-print entertainment on Cubify.”
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 …..
Step 1: Draw
Use your finger to create a shape.
Step 2: Make it 3D
Turn your drawing into a 3D model.
Email the file to yourself or upload it to Cubify.com.
Step 3: Print it
Using your 3D printer, make it real! Or have Cubify print and send you your 3D drawing.
Specific features with Cubify draw allow users to create a shape, make the line thicker or thinner, then make it 3D! The drawing is turned into a cookie-cutter like shape, and from there you can adjust thickness and height, or make the shape solid, before saving the file.
It’s an intuitive, easy-to-use app, that allows confidence building and familiarity with 3D design without intimidating tools. Along with its contemporaries, these tools are vital in the long-term uptake of 3D printing.
