Getting Started as a Creator

Goal

This guide helps a new Creator get their profile, first machine, and quote response rhythm ready to go live.

Setup

1. Complete your profile photo, location, and specialty summary.
2. Add at least one machine: technology, work envelope, supported materials, and rate card.
3. Select only the materials you can actually produce across processes like FDMFDMA 3D printing method that lays melted filament layer by layer., CNCCNCA subtractive manufacturing family using computer-controlled cutting tools., or PCB.
4. Clarify delivery, packaging, and communication preferences.

Operating Rhythm

When an RFQRFQRequest for Quote: a quote flow with technical files and production requirements. arrives, evaluate the file, tolerance, lead time, and material availability together. For accepted work, keep production states updated and do not delay photo proof.

Quality Bar

The customer expects the quality you quoted. If tolerance or surface expectations are unclear, ask before production starts.

Troubleshooting

If the machine or material is not available, rejecting the RFQRFQRequest for Quote: a quote flow with technical files and production requirements. is healthier than overcommitting. It protects customer expectations and lets another Creator take the slot.