About this video
What Is Skip Failed Parts on Bambu Lab Printers?
The Bambu Lab ecosystem offers a handy feature that lets you skip individual failed parts during a multi-color or multi-part print job. Instead of canceling the entire print and starting over, you can selectively skip the problematic parts and let the printer continue with the remaining items. This is especially useful for large print jobs where one failed part could waste hours of print time and significant amounts of filament.
How to Skip Failed Parts Using the Bambu Handy App
The Bambu Handy app makes this process straightforward:
- Open the Bambu Handy app on your smartphone or tablet
- Locate the menu button — look for the button with three dots and an arrow icon
- Select the item you want to skip from your current print job
- Tap Save to confirm your selection
- The printer will automatically continue printing only the remaining good parts
This workflow is designed for active print monitoring, allowing you to make adjustments in real-time without needing to access the printer directly.
When to Use This Feature
Skipping failed parts is ideal in several scenarios:
- Multi-color prints where one color has failed but others are printing fine
- Batch printing multiple items on the same build plate
- Long print jobs where canceling and restarting would waste significant time
- Partial failures where the print head loses adhesion on a specific part but the rest are fine
Tips for Best Results
- Check part adhesion frequently during the first few layers
- Use the live camera feed in Bambu Handy to monitor prints remotely
- Consider using glue sticks or adhesion aids for tricky materials
- Keep spare filament of common colors for quick color swaps
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip parts on any Bambu Lab printer?
Yes, this feature works across the Bambu Lab X1, X1C, P1P, P1S, and other models in the ecosystem.
Will skipping a part damage the print head?
No, the printer simply moves past the skipped part and continues with the next item in the queue.
Does this feature work with Bambu Studio?
The Bambu Handy app provides the most direct access to this feature during active prints, though Bambu Studio also offers print management tools.
