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 # Configurations
 Pre-tested Configurations for Marlin Firmware
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+**NB** If you are downloading these configuration files in a zip file from the CODE button, **you first must select the branch** that matches the version of Marlin you are compiling.
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+## Branches
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+Release: For most Marlin users. Select the version that matches the Marlin version you are compiling.
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+Bugfix: For users compiling the bugfix branch of Marlin.
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+Import: For developers maintaining the Configuration examples.