UltiMaker Cura 5.14 beta adds painted supports and tabbed settings
The October beta gives users more direct control over support placement and clearer preparation tools.
What happened
UltiMaker’s Cura 5.14 beta introduces Support Painting, allowing users to mark areas where supports should be added, avoided or generated automatically. The release remains identified as a beta in the announcement.
Other changes include tabbed settings, revised tree-support controls and separate preview colors for bridges and overhangs. These additions help users inspect how a model will be supported before committing material and machine time.
The update also includes native Windows on ARM builds and fixes for complex geometry and post-processing scripts. As with any beta, its new controls are best assessed on representative projects before replacing an established production setup.
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Primary-source reporting; this is not a hands-on review. Sources checked Oct 24, 2026.