the single greatest improvement i could recommend to a newbie getting an Ender 3,
do the 3 point bed leveling conversion
there are 2 types i'm aware of, one you replace the base mount plate and you don't have to drill your heat plate
the other bed leveler print was developed and shared by member
@Rex Walters
here is the page from where i got the download
CAUTION 3/7/2021 The bed and tool-head aren't the only things that get hot on your printer. Since the flat-head leveling screws are also directly attached to the bed, they will also get hot. If you are already using this thing or plan to, please ensure that the screws are thermally isolated from...
www.thingiverse.com
thank you
@Rex Walters !!!
the 3 point leveling changed the game completely
there is only one problem, you must drill your heat plate very close to the circuit printed on the backside of the plate
but if you are careful and remove the heat plate from the printer, a single 4mm countersunk hole is all that is necessary
i didn't take pictures of the process, but i did take pictures between prints of the installed 3 point retrofit
the red piece is the 3d printed part
no need to replace the carriage plate.
this was an easy upgrade that makes a huge of difference in print quality and ease of leveling
i'd highly recommend a 3 point level to anyone, however you go about it!
happy printing!