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Why 3D Print a Custom Organizer?

Off-the-shelf organizers rarely fit the exact dimensions of your drawer, tool chest, or desk tray. A custom 3D printed organizer solves that problem by letting you dial in the precise length, width, height, and compartment layout you need. The video walks through a simple workflow using a free browser-based custom storage generator, making it accessible even if you have zero CAD experience.

How to Make a Custom 3D Printed Organizer

  1. Open the generator website and navigate to the Tools menu.
  2. Select the Custom Storage Generator from the list of available tools.
  3. Adjust the sliders on the right-hand panel to set your overall tray dimensions — outer length, outer width, and overall height.
  4. Configure the internal grid by choosing how many columns and rows you need, and fine-tune individual compartment sizes for irregular items like screwdrivers, makeup brushes, or soldering bits.
  5. Toggle useful add-ons such as a stacking feature (so multiple trays lock together vertically) and floor holes (which reduce filament usage and print time by removing the solid bottom layer).
  6. Download the STL or 3MF file and slice it in your preferred slicer (Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer, Bambu Studio, etc.).
  7. Print on any FDM or SLA printer. PLA or PETG works well for most household organizers.

Tips for Better Prints

  • Use floor holes for large trays to cut print time by 20–40% and save material.
  • Enable the stacking feature if you want modular, expandable storage that locks together without clips.
  • Print with a brim for wide trays to prevent warping at the corners.
  • Orient compartments open-side up so you only need minimal support material.
  • Scale up or down freely — the generator lets you organize at any scale, from a tiny electronics parts tray to a full drawer insert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need CAD skills?
No. The custom storage generator uses sliders and toggles, so no modeling experience is required.

What file format do I download?
Most generators export STL, which is compatible with every modern slicer and 3D printer.

Can I make round compartments?
Many versions of the tool support circular cutouts for items like lipsticks, batteries, or pens.

What printer settings should I use?
A standard 0.2 mm layer height, 3–4 perimeters, and 15–20% infill is a solid starting point for most organizers.

Full Transcript

Here is how to make a custom 3D printed organizer for anything. If you go to this website and click on tools, then find the custom storage generator. You can adjust all the settings with the sliders on the right and even add a stacking feature or floor holes to save material. Then just download and print. Now you can organize at any scale you want.