> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ms-kb.msd.unimelb.edu.au/next-lab/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ms-kb.msd.unimelb.edu.au/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques.md).

# Key Techniques

## Advanced Post-processing

**Two extra methods for post processing are listed:**

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[Epoxy Method](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/post-processing-ghabbour/epoxy-method.md)
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[Fillers Method](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/post-processing-ghabbour/fillers-method.md)
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## Topography Models

**If you want to 3D print topography modesl, check out:**

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[Topography Models](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/topography-models.md)
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## Hollow Models

**Hollowing models may save time and weight. Check out:**

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[Hollowing Models](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/hollow-models.md)
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## Custom Supports in Meshmixer

**Meshmixer offers custom supports that you can learn more about here:**

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[Custom Supports in Meshmixer](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/mesh-techniques/other-techniques/custom-supports-in-meshmixer.md)
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## Printing for Transparency

**You can achieve transparent effects with 3D prints. Check out:**

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[Printing for Transparency](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/printing-for-transparency.md)
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## Thicken a Mesh using Weaverbird and Grasshopper

**A quick and easy way to manipulate existing meshes:**

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[Thicken a Mesh with Grasshopper](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/mesh-techniques/other-techniques/thicken-a-mesh-using-weaverbird-and-grasshopper.md)
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## Using the Makerbot Labs Experimental Extruder

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[Using the Makerbot Experimental Extruder](/next-lab/3d-printing/key-techniques/using-the-makerbot-labs-experimental-extruder.md)
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