# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=101

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## [“Quick” duplicate (copy) in place no longer working](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/quick-duplicate-copy-in-place-no-longer-working/26542)

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**Author:** [@mechstarpb](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mechstarpb)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2024, 10:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/quick-duplicate-copy-in-place-no-longer-working/26542 "2024-03-13T10:39:02Z")

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Shaper team, Can we get back the (little known but very useful) copy in place shortcut? This allowed us to create a duplicate copy of bodies(s) without having to move the copy, deselect the copy badge, then move the du…

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## [Opening certain project crashes app](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/opening-certain-project-crashes-app/27595)

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**Author:** [@pjb108](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pjb108)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2024, 6:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/opening-certain-project-crashes-app/27595 "2024-03-13T06:58:58Z")

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Error only occurs with one file. Steps: Double Click, tessellation OK! Updating Sketch plane 0/2 OK! Updating sketch plane 1/2 after few moments then crashes. Troubleshooting: Rename file - still crashing after openi…

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## [Lock button inconsistencies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lock-button-inconsistencies/30685)

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**Author:** [@BooleanUnion814Local](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BooleanUnion814Local)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 9:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lock-button-inconsistencies/30685 "2024-03-12T21:12:39Z")

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I believe that I posted this in January but no longer see the post at all. My account has no record of it, I have no pending post. It was long and detailed. Long post short: The button that appears to lock a sketch or o…

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## [Selection Tools and Shortcuts missing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selection-tools-and-shortcuts-missing/30742)

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**Author:** [@ChrislMod](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ChrislMod)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 8:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selection-tools-and-shortcuts-missing/30742 "2024-03-12T20:34:07Z")

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Basically, I think this application is really strong and the handling and design are also very good for me. But what I “painfully” miss in the truest sense are “selection tools” or commands in form of shortcuts. It is in…

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## [Sketching/modeling problem. Finding the midpoint of an edge, etc.](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-modeling-problem-finding-the-midpoint-of-an-edge-etc/30564)

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**Author:** [@Imaconvert](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Imaconvert)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 6:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-modeling-problem-finding-the-midpoint-of-an-edge-etc/30564 "2024-03-12T18:11:07Z")

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I am designing a hanging planter, so this will be a hollow shape eventually. I started by making a nine sided polygon, and extruding it upward and outward. The planter will hang from the center point of three of the nine…

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## [What does red mean?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-does-red-mean/30716)

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**Author:** [@Xdrakosha](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Xdrakosha)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 10:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-does-red-mean/30716 "2024-03-12T10:15:20Z")

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I see that from time to time but don’t know what does it mean.

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## [Hide icon not showing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hide-icon-not-showing/30724)

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**Author:** [@Chanko](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chanko)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2024, 8:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hide-icon-not-showing/30724 "2024-03-11T08:08:55Z")

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After placing some bodies in a sub folder the hide body eye icon does not appear, only for the whole folder. And in other folders only one body has the eye icon and not others. I want to be able to hide or unhide specif…

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## [Architecture working group](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/architecture-working-group/30723)

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**Author:** [@siris](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/siris)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2024, 7:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/architecture-working-group/30723 "2024-03-11T07:58:44Z")

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Shapr3d is so close to being a fully functional architecture tool I get frustrated every time I have to go to revit and autocad. Anyway we can form an architectural group to focus on functionality and features needed to…

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## [IPAD gui functionality](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-gui-functionality/30721)

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**Author:** [@siris](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/siris)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2024, 7:42am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-gui-functionality/30721 "2024-03-11T07:42:49Z")

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Anyway we can get the option to have the undo button in the upper left corner? I, and most people, spend countless hours with the IPAD on my lap and chest. Doing undos/redo with my left thumb, and other common tool fun…

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## [Custom light source definitions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/custom-light-source-definitions/30719)

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**Author:** [@jomiller48](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jomiller48)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2024, 11:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/custom-light-source-definitions/30719 "2024-03-10T23:49:58Z")

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When using Shapr3D for doing building layout and planning it would be helpful to be able to define light sources within the scene. It would be useful for helping to design light placement within the construction prior t…

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## [Copying existing sketch onto specified surface?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copying-existing-sketch-onto-specified-surface/30714)

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**Author:** [@keeb123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/keeb123)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2024, 5:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copying-existing-sketch-onto-specified-surface/30714 "2024-03-10T17:07:08Z")

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In the screenshot I want to copy the selected sketch (in light blue, the circle) onto the selected surface’s plane, so that if I select that surface again (after copying the circle) and do “space”, any other sketches I d…

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## [Why is tangent constraint almost always disabled?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-is-tangent-constraint-almost-always-disabled/30705)

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**Author:** [@keeb123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/keeb123)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2024, 10:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-is-tangent-constraint-almost-always-disabled/30705 "2024-03-10T10:17:58Z")

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I’m just unable to select the “tangent” constraint no matter what. In the screenshot, I have a line and a circle on the same plane. However when I select the line the “tangent” constraint is disabled in the constraints m…

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## [\[ Beta/Normal \] Import Fail /  Memory leak](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beta-normal-import-fail-memory-leak/30697)

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**Author:** [@Psychopath\_Nextdoor](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Psychopath_Nextdoor)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2024, 7:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beta-normal-import-fail-memory-leak/30697 "2024-03-09T07:20:14Z")

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This is related to this issue as well: Unable to import - Need help? We are here. - Shapr3D Community Same file there used here, its only 5mb, does not work on either normal, or beta

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## [how to modify an imported body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-modify-an-imported-body/30684)

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**Author:** [@bapman007](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bapman007)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2024, 12:16am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-modify-an-imported-body/30684 "2024-03-09T00:16:50Z")

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Hi I am new to Shapr3D. Is it possible to modify details of an imported body? I am importing an STL file from thingiverse (an empty dox design that is an insert for a toolbox) and I would like to modify wall thickness,…

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## [Mass Properties Calculations](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mass-properties-calculations/29110)

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**Author:** [@SpaceInvader](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SpaceInvader)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 6:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mass-properties-calculations/29110 "2024-03-08T18:56:31Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: This feature would use the geometry and material densities specified by the user to calculate mass, cg, and moments of …

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## [Subtraction Operation not working, boolean failed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtraction-operation-not-working-boolean-failed/30686)

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**Author:** [@BehrTheDon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BehrTheDon)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 2:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtraction-operation-not-working-boolean-failed/30686 "2024-03-08T14:29:24Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [Unable to import](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unable-to-import/30689)

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**Author:** [@Psychopath\_Nextdoor](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Psychopath_Nextdoor)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 1:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unable-to-import/30689 "2024-03-08T13:56:18Z")

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2 questions/problems 1: So, I have a 5mb fairly simple DWG / SVG / DXF (all formats) it’s an art piece, and I can’t seem to import it, I exported it to my editor (as I can’t copy/paste in shapr3d yet) and when I went to…

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## [Exit sketching](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exit-sketching/28323)

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**Author:** [@Bizzaro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bizzaro)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 8:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exit-sketching/28323 "2024-03-08T08:50:41Z")

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I have not played much with the new UI, but on iPad I can’t exit sketching by clicking on the background anymore. Is there a shortcut to exit sketch mode or do I have to reach all the way over and X out of it now? Maybe …

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## [Lines/dimension changing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lines-dimension-changing/30682)

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**Author:** [@Jwhittaker](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jwhittaker)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 4:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lines-dimension-changing/30682 "2024-03-08T04:50:08Z")

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Every time i attach and draw a line or shape and fine tune the dimension the original line moves to adjust the size of the starting point. Example I draw a line 10” long then in the same direction i draw a line 11 1/2” l…

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## [Threads and stuff](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/threads-and-stuff/30671)

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**Author:** [@shotfun](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shotfun)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 11:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/threads-and-stuff/30671 "2024-03-07T23:18:18Z")

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hey all…does anyone know how I can change the thread angle on this file. I had a heck of a time figuring all of this out and I just dont know what to do. id like it to be a 45 degree angle so I can 3d print it properly. …

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## [Allow meshes to be part of a group of objects for the Align tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/allow-meshes-to-be-part-of-a-group-of-objects-for-the-align-tool/30680)

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**Author:** [@justin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/justin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 6:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/allow-meshes-to-be-part-of-a-group-of-objects-for-the-align-tool/30680 "2024-03-07T18:57:33Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Imported meshes can’t be used with the Align tool (which generally makes sense, since they lack the required data). Br…

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## [Dimensions precision](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimensions-precision/30527)

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**Author:** [@AxisEngineering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AxisEngineering)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 2:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimensions-precision/30527 "2024-03-07T14:55:30Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: The dimensional precision is a global setting in each drawing. Once a precision is chosen, it is applied to all dimensional callouts of similar type (length, for example). The s…

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## [Inside ledge](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inside-ledge/30645)

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**Author:** [@bbloomquest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bbloomquest)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 2:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inside-ledge/30645 "2024-03-07T14:46:17Z")

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I am working to learn Shapr now and I make LED lit channel letter signs. What I will print are actual letters that are variable in height and 3.5" thick. I use the shell tool to carve out the inside and create a letter…

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## [Recovery of file deleted 10 min ago](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/recovery-of-file-deleted-10-min-ago/30675)

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**Author:** [@Pax](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pax)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 1:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/recovery-of-file-deleted-10-min-ago/30675 "2024-03-07T13:18:18Z")

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Hello, my name’s Pax and I’m in desperate need of a file restore so I can meet my deadline today. I’m working on iPad and just accidentally deleted the wrong version, and it was a completed project. I do have sync turne…

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## [How to make this loft work?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-make-this-loft-work/30666)

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**Author:** [@keeb123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/keeb123)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 5:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-make-this-loft-work/30666 "2024-03-07T05:35:11Z")

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In the photo, I want to extend the selected surface to the rectangular frame below it. When I try the “loft” tool for this I get the error “operation failed because the resulting body wouldn’t be valid”. Here’s a sc…

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## [Disable buttons while they’re not useful](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/disable-buttons-while-they-re-not-useful/30673)

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**Author:** [@justin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/justin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 5:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/disable-buttons-while-they-re-not-useful/30673 "2024-03-07T05:02:59Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Pretty often, I’ll click to deactivate Isolation mode while some tool is active, which prevents it from working. No err…

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## [Importing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing/30665)

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**Author:** [@Rcrave](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rcrave)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing/30665 "2024-03-06T17:18:16Z")

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Can you import 3D models from places like Mcmaster -carr into shapr3D, if so please explain how.

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## [Fixing cuboid body centers to circle line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fixing-cuboid-body-centers-to-circle-line/30654)

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**Author:** [@keeb123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/keeb123)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 4:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fixing-cuboid-body-centers-to-circle-line/30654 "2024-03-06T16:44:09Z")

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How do I constrain center of a cuboid object to a circle so that the object only moves around the circle? Here’s an example: Here the sketched line is a circle. I want to constrain center of the one of the surfaces o…

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## [Why can I drag but not move?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-can-i-drag-but-not-move/30661)

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**Author:** [@masukomi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/masukomi)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 3:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-can-i-drag-but-not-move/30661 "2024-03-06T15:34:15Z")

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I keep encountering the problem where I select a bunch of lines and points on a sketch, I then invoke move some mm in any direction, and it refuses to let me, complaining that it can’t resolve the constraints or somethin…

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## [Pinned Measurements as Number Inputs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pinned-measurements-as-number-inputs/30539)

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**Author:** [@dloveaus](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dloveaus)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 10:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pinned-measurements-as-number-inputs/30539 "2024-03-06T10:52:09Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Improved accuracy and reduced errors When using the numerical input dialog to provide a value, it would be super to be …

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