You asked for it on the feedback board, and it just shipped. The new Swept tool in PixyCAD lets you drive a profile along a path to create tubes, handles, frames, and other curved shapes that used to be a pain. Here's how it works and why it exists.
Slicers accept STL, 3MF, and (in modern versions) STEP. Here's what each format actually carries, where each one shines, and which one to reach for.
A step-by-step walkthrough of designing a printable mounting bracket in PixyCAD - from first sketch to exported STL. No prior CAD experience required.
Watch how to import a STEP file into PixyCAD and edit it directly - in this case, adjusting the radius of a planter vase to fit a different pot.
Looking for a Fusion 360 alternative that's simpler, more affordable, and built for makers? Here's why hobbyists are switching to direct modeling on iPad and Mac.
PixyCAD gives you direct, hands-on editing tools that let you reshape solid models without rebuilding from scratch. Here's how Move Face, Delete Face, Blend Radius, and Taper Face work in practice.
Looking for the best CAD app for iPad in 2026? We tested the top options for 3D printing, Apple Pencil support, and offline use. See which one wins.
Parametric vs direct modeling: which CAD approach is better for 3D printing? For many makers, direct modeling is the faster and more natural way to design printable parts.
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