> 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/open-access-printers/prusa-open-access/support/prints-not-sticking-to-bed.md).

# First Layer Issues/Prints Not Sticking to Bed

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Unlike the Makerbots, many open source printers such as the Prusa and Ender 3 allow the model to be directly printed on the build surface instead of a raft. This means that first layer height are usually critical to ensure that prints are well stuck to the bed yet not too close that it would cause elephant foot effect.

**Find out more here:**

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