# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=124

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## [Shapr3d for Windows compatible](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-for-windows-compatible/28467)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 18, 2023, 4:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-for-windows-compatible/28467 "2023-10-18T16:11:12Z")

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Can you tell me if Shapr3d is compatible with the latest Windows 11 Thank you

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## [Wood grain direction](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wood-grain-direction/23919)

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**Author:** [@leifnicklas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/leifnicklas)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [October 18, 2023, 1:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wood-grain-direction/23919 "2023-10-18T13:59:40Z")

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Any updates on when we be able to change wood grain direction in visualization? Not being able to do so is really making my presentations look amateurish to clients, having to explain each time that what you see in shapr…

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## [Simplify work with sheet materials: unfold model to a plane and create a sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simplify-work-with-sheet-materials-unfold-model-to-a-plane-and-create-a-sketch/28458)

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**Author:** [@vrrv](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/vrrv)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2023, 9:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simplify-work-with-sheet-materials-unfold-model-to-a-plane-and-create-a-sketch/28458 "2023-10-17T21:28:22Z")

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Sheet fabrication, whether in metal or plywood, is one of the core fabrication techniques that accounts for more than 90% of all the tasks in our shop for example. The typical workflow consists of modeling the part and …

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## [Shapr3d Instally Crashed and cant opened file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-instally-crashed-and-cant-opened-file/28424)

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**Author:** [@wahyusaputro323](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wahyusaputro323)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2023, 7:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-instally-crashed-and-cant-opened-file/28424 "2023-10-17T07:12:30Z")

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please help me, The shapr3d application can’t open the file I just finished tonight, the file contains more than 1000 3D files. My account is still not subscribed, does that matter? if not, does this happen often in th…

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## [Having trouble with Loft tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/having-trouble-with-loft-tool/28445)

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**Author:** [@Shannon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shannon)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2023, 2:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/having-trouble-with-loft-tool/28445 "2023-10-17T02:26:14Z")

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I am using Shapr3D on Windows and am on the latest version. I’m trying to create a fairly simple shape that involves lofting two circles of different size. You can see in the screenshot that I attached, I have selected …

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## [Windows Feature Parity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-feature-parity/28444)

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**Author:** [@whatthefilament](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/whatthefilament)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2023, 12:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-feature-parity/28444 "2023-10-17T00:55:10Z")

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Just curious. I haven’t used windows in a while. Has the windows version finally reached feature parity with Mac/iPadOS?

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## [Electronic Port Components](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/electronic-port-components/28438)

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**Author:** [@JoshuaRiley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JoshuaRiley)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 16, 2023, 9:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/electronic-port-components/28438 "2023-10-16T21:19:37Z")

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I’m fairly new to Shapr3D, I’ve been playing around with building enclosure designs for electronic devices and I was thinking if there was a way to drag and drop different ports I would need and so I can visualise where …

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## [Plane 'snapping' to another plane](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/plane-snapping-to-another-plane/28428)

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**Author:** [@Jan-Willem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jan-Willem)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 16, 2023, 5:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/plane-snapping-to-another-plane/28428 "2023-10-16T05:41:53Z")

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Hello. I am a possible new user of Shapr3D and am looking into this beautiful program. I am using the Mac OS version on a MacBook Pro. I want to perform what I think is a simple operation, but cannot find anywhere how t…

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## [Extruding not behaving as expected](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extruding-not-behaving-as-expected/28423)

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**Author:** [@Wrightwells](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Wrightwells)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2023, 9:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extruding-not-behaving-as-expected/28423 "2023-10-15T21:43:55Z")

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Create an excluded block 8 mm high, create a sketch on the face, creating a 6 mm high square, then extruded this through the block. Now increase the height of a block to 10 mm, then back to the sketch of the face and inc…

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## [window can't Synchronize](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/window-cant-synchronize/28425)

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**Author:** [@homechefshi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/homechefshi)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2023, 5:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/window-cant-synchronize/28425 "2023-10-15T17:52:00Z")

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window Beta can’t Synchronize to Ipad!

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## [Certain menu items and functions grayed out](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/certain-menu-items-and-functions-grayed-out/28414)

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**Author:** [@TimTait](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TimTait)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2023, 1:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/certain-menu-items-and-functions-grayed-out/28414 "2023-10-15T13:39:37Z")

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My trial ended the other day and my paid subscription just started, but I still can’t use some of the menu items such as Rename, Export, etc. I downloaded and installed the most recent version and restarted but still hav…

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## [Can't Resize Depth of Extruded Hole](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-resize-depth-of-extruded-hole/28415)

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**Author:** [@shapr3dNewb](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shapr3dNewb)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2023, 12:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-resize-depth-of-extruded-hole/28415 "2023-10-15T00:25:45Z")

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I have extruded a hole in a part that doesn’t go all of the way through the part itself. I noticed after completing the part that the extruded depth of the hole isn’t correct. When I try to change the extruded depth of…

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## [Center arc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/center-arc/28412)

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**Author:** [@lance1014](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lance1014)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 8:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/center-arc/28412 "2023-10-14T20:15:37Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Concentric arcs being difficult to make at a defined center endpoint. Attempting to make the 90 degree arc concentric around a 10mm diameter circle Brief description of …

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## [Modifying and/or adding to an imported STL file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modifying-and-or-adding-to-an-imported-stl-file/28381)

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**Author:** [@charliechuck01](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/charliechuck01)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 5:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modifying-and-or-adding-to-an-imported-stl-file/28381 "2023-10-14T17:56:07Z")

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I have an STL model of a stamp head for 3D printing (there is a separate body that screws onto it). I am trying to make different sizes of the head without altering the threaded portion. It seems like Shapr3D will not le…

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## [Complex bodies causing app to slow down](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/complex-bodies-causing-app-to-slow-down/22948)

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**Author:** [@didi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/didi)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 3:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/complex-bodies-causing-app-to-slow-down/22948 "2023-10-14T15:44:42Z")

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I’m trying to create a complex mesh pattern in my design but it seems to be causing the entire app to slow down drastically. Overall I’m trying to set my own expectations on what Shapr3d can/can’t handle well so I can wo…

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## [Assembly lack of](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-lack-of/28403)

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**Author:** [@Paulmac66](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Paulmac66)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 12:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-lack-of/28403 "2023-10-14T12:58:36Z")

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is there any update on when you are going to add the most important feature for a professional CAD system, assemblies. its wonderful for creating single components and concept design, BUT as a Design Engineer for o…

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## [Tutorials on the New UI?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorials-on-the-new-ui/28407)

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**Author:** [@GeoffZ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GeoffZ)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 12:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorials-on-the-new-ui/28407 "2023-10-14T12:48:54Z")

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Hello Shapr3D community. I’m working on learning a CAD program to supliment my Blender Mesh knowledge and I am REALLY struggling with the tuturials that are available for Shapr3D. All the tutorials i’ve seen are not on t…

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## [Complex curves](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/complex-curves/28397)

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**Author:** [@whatthefilament](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/whatthefilament)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2023, 7:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/complex-curves/28397 "2023-10-13T19:59:39Z")

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Is there a workflow that makes it easier to add complex curves to bodies? In some other CAD softwares they have surfacing tools that let you divide the body up into multiple splines to “push” and “pull” areas for more o…

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## [Easy on/off for icon label on iPad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/easy-on-off-for-icon-label-on-ipad/28399)

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**Author:** [@jnygaard.dk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jnygaard.dk)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2023, 6:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/easy-on-off-for-icon-label-on-ipad/28399 "2023-10-13T18:39:58Z")

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Not sure if it’s me getting old or the new look/icons/UI, but I find my self having to have the icon labels on, to find some of the more exotic functions I need. Especially on the ipad, they take up a lot of the preciou…

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## [Guidance with turning a png file into an object.](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/guidance-with-turning-a-png-file-into-an-object/28392)

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**Author:** [@jking82](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jking82)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2023, 10:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/guidance-with-turning-a-png-file-into-an-object/28392 "2023-10-13T10:56:01Z")

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I’m hoping you all can help me. I’m working on creating a model for a project. I’m trying to add a specific piece of text to the model as debossed text. Essentially extruded like any other text. However, I need to use a …

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## [Program crash](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/program-crash/28382)

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**Author:** [@Artuheif](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Artuheif)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2023, 5:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/program-crash/28382 "2023-10-13T05:52:47Z")

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So when Im switching to another tab in windows (for example crome or even when Im trying to export a file) the program switches back to the “Get Started” page… I have a really important project to present in a month and…

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## [Help creating bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-creating-bodies/28302)

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**Author:** [@UCS308](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/UCS308)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 12, 2023, 9:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-creating-bodies/28302 "2023-10-12T21:24:45Z")

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i created the attached sketch, extruded it out and then marked it up for mortise and tenon joints thinking i could use the subtract tool to create the bodies i need, which i can’t. Is there a quick method for separating …

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## [Project Scrolling Crashes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-scrolling-crashes/28371)

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**Author:** [@Cjacob](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cjacob)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 12, 2023, 8:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-scrolling-crashes/28371 "2023-10-12T08:40:33Z")

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Hello Shapr3D Team, There “seems” to be a bug when trying to scroll down the project list. The page freezes, and you need to force quit application. MacSonoma 14.0 OS, and latest Shapr3D version. https://support.sh…

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## [2D sketching is not accurate. Please help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-sketching-is-not-accurate-please-help/28372)

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**Author:** [@jobra010](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jobra010)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 12, 2023, 5:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-sketching-is-not-accurate-please-help/28372 "2023-10-12T05:43:39Z")

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I’m sketching in the non beta version and everything is fine. I keep on drawing and following my measurements. Suddenly after a while I start seeing a bunch of decimals on something that should have been for example- 150…

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## [Implement secondary click on iPad with trackpad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/implement-secondary-click-on-ipad-with-trackpad/28362)

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**Author:** [@Bob3DPO](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bob3DPO)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 12:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/implement-secondary-click-on-ipad-with-trackpad/28362 "2023-10-11T12:23:07Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: In the environment of iPad with attached Apple Magic Keyboard, I would like to use a secondary click. On the iPad this …

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## [File will not import or open - system crashes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-will-not-import-or-open-system-crashes/28348)

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**Author:** [@Littledot777](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Littledot777)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-will-not-import-or-open-system-crashes/28348 "2023-10-11T11:50:31Z")

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Hi. I need some help here. I opened an original shapr3d file with the size of 133mb, which is the usual. I worked on it and then saved it as a working version. I tried opening this version today and it crashes my entire…

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## [My STEP export from Shapr3d creates empty file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-step-export-from-shapr3d-creates-empty-file/28354)

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**Author:** [@thousandswar](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/thousandswar)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 7:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-step-export-from-shapr3d-creates-empty-file/28354 "2023-10-11T07:57:25Z")

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I am trying to export a few objects from Shapr3D to rhino in a STEP file, but when I do, it saves as a zipped file with nothing in it. If i try to import or open the extracted folder, Rhino says its invalid/has no geomet…

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## [Inverted trackpad controls ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inverted-trackpad-controls/28360)

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**Author:** [@JJBro1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JJBro1)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 7:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inverted-trackpad-controls/28360 "2023-10-11T07:56:05Z")

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I would be very nice to be able to invert the x y axis when using a trackpad. Every time I want to go up the y axis it goes down and same with the x axis. If I have natural scrolling turned on in my macos settings it wil…

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## [Connecting to circles with arcs at an angle?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/connecting-to-circles-with-arcs-at-an-angle/28337)

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**Author:** [@Smoothy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Smoothy)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 7:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/connecting-to-circles-with-arcs-at-an-angle/28337 "2023-10-11T07:49:48Z")

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Hi :slight\_smile: I am not able to get my head around this. I have a 3D scan in which I placed objects. Now I hid the object and am trying to connect them with a tube/pipe. The tricky part is, it is a different angle o…

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## [How to make a trapezoid? and how to make this phone stand more stable?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-make-a-trapezoid-and-how-to-make-this-phone-stand-more-stable/28350)

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**Author:** [@krleze](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/krleze)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 7:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-make-a-trapezoid-and-how-to-make-this-phone-stand-more-stable/28350 "2023-10-11T07:46:51Z")

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