2. The Material Problem Unlike 2D printing, where paper is the primary medium, its 3D-focused counterpart can work with different kinds of materials ranging from plastic to wood.

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2. The Material Problem Unlike 2D printing, where paper is the primary medium, its 3D-focused counterpart can work with different kinds of materials ranging from plastic to wood.