Flashforge
Flashforge guides, mostly for the AD5X and the Adventurer 5M. The AD5X pages run from first setup and calibration to the IFS multicolor system, slicer settings, nozzle swaps, maintenance and error codes. There are shorter pages on the Guider 3 and the CJ270 full-color printer.
Orca-Flashforge slicer setup for the Adventurer 5M
How to set up Orca-Flashforge for the Adventurer 5M, including the right printer profile, build volume, nozzle size, and safe starting speeds.
How to load, switch and manage filament on the Flashforge AD5X IFS
Load four spools into the Flashforge AD5X IFS, understand automatic filament switching, and know when to check on longer prints.
How to load and unload filament on the Flashforge Adventurer 5M
How to load and unload filament on the Flashforge Adventurer 5M’s direct drive extruder, plus which nozzle size fits which material.
Flashforge AD5X calibration: auto-leveling and flow checks
How and when to rerun auto-leveling on the Flashforge AD5X, plus flow calibration per filament and what the CoreXY frame changes.
Flashforge Adventurer 5M calibration: ADM leveling and flow checks
When to rerun ADM auto leveling on the Flashforge Adventurer 5M, and how to dial in flow and pressure advance one filament and one…
Flashforge AD5X first print: a controlled first run
Run a safe first print on the Flashforge AD5X: a single-color test, sensible print speeds, and a first layer worth watching in person.
Flashforge Adventurer 5M first print: a controlled first run
How to run a controlled first print on the Flashforge Adventurer 5M: pick a simple file, confirm ADM leveling, and watch the first layer…
Flashforge AD5X setup: from the box to a ready printer
Unbox the Flashforge AD5X, mount the screen and IFS module, load four filament spools, and run the first auto-leveling cycle before printing.
Flashforge Adventurer 5M setup: from the box to a ready printer
Unbox the Flashforge Adventurer 5M, clear its shipping protection, mount the screen and spool holder, and run the first ADM leveling pass.