Printing Preview and Send Workflow

Use Printing mode to inspect generated slice layers and export/send the final print artifact.

1) Enter Printing mode

Printing mode is available when printing workspace data exists.

If scene changes invalidate the current slice, DragonFruit can require re-slicing before continuing.

2) Scrub layers

Use the vertical layer slider to inspect layers:

• drag upper (and optional lower) thumb
• wheel to nudge layers
• Shift for fine movement during drag
• optionally toggle cross-section rendering mode (smooth/rasterized)

During scrubbing, DragonFruit can use fast preview rendering paths to keep interaction responsive.

3) Review print summary

In the Printing panel, confirm:

• printer profile
• resin profile
• estimated print time
• estimated volume
• generated file name/format/size

4) Export or send

Available actions depend on slice intent and connected integrations:

• Export as file
• Send to printer (with optional target picker)
• Retry/Cancel during send operations

If file intent was used, DragonFruit can reveal the saved file location in desktop runtime.

Practical checks

• Verify key support-heavy layers before sending.
• Re-slice after geometry/support modifications.
• Confirm final file format and target printer compatibility.

Related workflows

• Raft and Export
• Island Analysis Workflow

Screenshot placeholder: Printing mode with layer scrub slider and printing action panel.