Anet A8 stepper gear precision movement with the hand x axis

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I agree that the original engine's design was a bit too straightforward. To add some flair while still making it practical, I came up with an innovative solution. With this modification, you can now control the X-axis with your hand, achieving precise movements without having to physically touch the extruder. I've successfully tested it on my ANET A8 and it performs exceptionally well. To get the perfect fit, I applied a -0.05 horizontal expansion setting in CURA.