Hey guys, for those of you who own a Formlabs 3D printer, there is a relatively large update whch has been released today for their PreForm software. It is Preform version 1.6. More details on the update can be found in this article: http://3dprint.com/12972/preform-version-1-6-formlabs/

Below are the Release notes from Formlabs:

  • Move pre-print workflow to status area and add links to print preparation support articles
  • Arrow keys rotate camera, and move/scale/translate models when appropriate tool is active
  • Faster print times for delicate models
  • Improved surface finish
  • Speed improvement opening files
  • Up to 50% faster auto orientation
  • In Support Edit Mode models are now colored blue
  • Show option to merge form files when dropped on icon in OS X
  • Default to the Form 1+ time estimate if no printer has been plugged in
  • Properly render quick release tabs after support edits
  • Fix issue where PreForm would crash on some Windows computers
  • Fix issue where model could disappear after editing supports