#Shifting mid print?

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nova bane
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Okay, so this is an odd issue I'm having. My printer has seemed to go off center and shift to the left mid print, resulting in this. What's the issue? Is there anything I can do to resolve it?

Where I'm pointing is a good instance of the problem at work. I'm not sure why this is happening. Could it have something to do with changing the speed of the print head's movement? I would assume so.

limpid gulchBOT
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It appears that the issue you're facing is called shifting or drifting during printing, where the print suddenly shifts in one direction. This can happen due to several reasons:

  1. Loose belts or pulleys: Check if any belts or pulleys of your printer are loose or damaged. Tighten them if needed.

  2. Obstructions or friction: Make sure that there are no obstructions or excessive friction on the print bed or the print head's movement. Clean the rails and rods and lubricate them if necessary.

  3. Motor or driver issues: If the stepper motor or driver is malfunctioning, it may cause shifting. Check if all connections are secure and try adjusting the motor current.

  4. Acceleration or jerk settings: Changing the speed or acceleration settings too drastically might cause the shifting. Try reducing the printing speed or adjusting acceleration and jerk settings more gradually.

  5. Software or firmware: Ensure that you are using the latest version of your slicing software and firmware. Some...

nova bane
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Anycubic Kobra Neo, and I'm using the normal Ultimaker Cura slicer. This is the first time this has ever happened to any of my prints.