PreForm

The software provides tools for preparing 3D models for resin (SLA) and powder (SLS) printing, allowing users to automatically orient, slice, and generate support structures before uploading files to a Formlabs printer. It includes a cloud‑based dashboard where prints can be monitored in real time, consumable usage and service status are tracked, and access to multiple printers can be organized and controlled. A developer platform offers APIs for custom applications, custom print settings, and experimentation with different photopolymer or powder materials.

Target users are individuals and organizations that operate Formlabs 3D printers, ranging from single‑printer hobbyists to teams managing larger fleets for prototyping, production, or specialized fields such as dental, medical, or engineering. The software is distributed for free on macOS, with no licensing fees or installation limits, and integrates directly with Formlabs hardware and material libraries.

Distinctive aspects include the combination of automated print preparation, cloud‑connected printer management, and an open developer platform that together aim to simplify workflow automation and enable custom extensions within the Formlabs ecosystem.