How to Change Colors by Layer in Bambu Studio - Beginner Tutorial

Welcome to video 5.5 in our Bambu Studio for Beginners series! Today I’ll show you how to change colors by layer height—perfect for anyone without a multicolor printer or anyone who wants to avoid wasting filament. We’ll walk through: • Designing for layer-based color changes • Finding the exact layer to swap colors • Adding filament change commands • Checking top surfaces and preview layers • Reslicing for a clean, efficient print This method is fast, clean, and saves tons of poop-filament compared to AMS transitions. If you found this helpful, drop a like and subscribe to support the channel! Chapters: 0:00 – Intro: Changing Colors by Layer in Bambu Studio. What the video covers and why layer-based color changes can save time and filament. 0:23 – Designing for Layer-Based Color Changes. How this logo was designed to allow color changes by layer instead of painting. 1:01 – Slicing the Model & Preparing Filament Slots. Slicing the plate and why starting with white filament in slot #1 matters. 1:30 – Finding the First Layer for a Color Change. Using the layer slider and arrow keys to identify the exact layer for a filament swap. 2:06 – Adding a Filament Change in Bambu Studio. Inserting the first color change and re-slicing the plate. 2:34 – Identifying Top Layers for Final Color Change. Using line type and top surface indicators to confirm the correct layer. 3:35 – Final Checks, Benefits & Print Savings. Reviewing the setup, avoiding color painting, and reducing filament waste.