# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=134

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## [Can you import multiple projects into a new project?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-import-multiple-projects-into-a-new-project/27365)

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**Author:** [@Beamer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Beamer)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 7:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-import-multiple-projects-into-a-new-project/27365 "2023-08-17T07:47:51Z")

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As I start creating new designs (projects) that will be using a lot of the same components, can I add a component that would be it’s own project into a new project? This way I don’t have to continue to redraw the same c…

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## [Is there a limit on the size of a Shapr3d project?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-limit-on-the-size-of-a-shapr3d-project/27355)

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**Author:** [@clivesmith14](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/clivesmith14)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 8:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-limit-on-the-size-of-a-shapr3d-project/27355 "2023-08-16T20:21:58Z")

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I am building a detailed model of a steam locomotive. It would be useful to include all the components (perhaps 500) in a single project which I would regularly back up. What are the limits on project size?

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## [Dome not exporting correctly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dome-not-exporting-correctly/27356)

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**Author:** [@catherinesays](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/catherinesays)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 11:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dome-not-exporting-correctly/27356 "2023-08-16T11:35:08Z")

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Hi, I’m new to Shapr3d and 3d printing. I have created a domed object but when I load it into my slicer software it is no longer curved but geometric. Could anyone help clarify why this is happening? I’ve printed curve…

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## [Is there a way to remove a through-hole?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-remove-a-through-hole/27349)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 6:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-remove-a-through-hole/27349 "2023-08-16T06:41:38Z")

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The problem is that the holes were not created by Shapr3D, but by Sketchup. The holes look like this: Thanks, Duncan

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## [New welcome screen wont stop appearing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-welcome-screen-wont-stop-appearing/27342)

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**Author:** [@kylepatrick](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kylepatrick)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 5:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-welcome-screen-wont-stop-appearing/27342 "2023-08-16T05:44:30Z")

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I click off the language/ headset animation to enter the program. If I switch tabs and come back, boom, I’m back to like it just opened for the first time ever. I export boom gotcha again…randomly sketching, boom welcom…

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## [Split body on imported STP files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/split-body-on-imported-stp-files/27316)

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**Author:** [@Ali3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ali3d)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2023, 8:53am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/split-body-on-imported-stp-files/27316 "2023-08-15T08:53:42Z")

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I have imported STP files sent to me by a friend who works in Moment of Inspiration. The first file I was able to use the split body function, cut a add to the part and the rejoin using the union function. However now he…

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## [Anchor Points and Pivot Points](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/anchor-points-and-pivot-points/19255)

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**Author:** [@jsc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsc)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2023, 6:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/anchor-points-and-pivot-points/19255 "2023-08-15T06:47:48Z")

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I am brand new user. I have the trial version on my iPad 5 mini installed with the current iOS installed as of 5-9-22. I am using a 1st generation iPencil. Also, I have not used my iPad before for doing illustrations…

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## [Referenced Objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/referenced-objects/10717)

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**Author:** [@Lengai](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lengai)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2023, 5:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/referenced-objects/10717 "2023-08-14T17:30:17Z")

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Hi is it possible to create an object like a library part so multiple copies of it will update automatically when you edit one? Space thanks

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## [Can’t share](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-share/27315)

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**Author:** [@jarrett](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jarrett)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2023, 6:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-share/27315 "2023-08-14T06:56:48Z")

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I am trying to “share” a project via web etc, but whenever I try, it seems to be stalled on “Creating a link” and continues to process/think. I thought it was my file size, so I did something simple and same thing happe…

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## [Can you acquire a Student license without being in a art school?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-acquire-a-student-license-without-being-in-a-art-school/27307)

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**Author:** [@Flo1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Flo1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2023, 6:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-acquire-a-student-license-without-being-in-a-art-school/27307 "2023-08-14T06:14:04Z")

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I was wondering if i could acquire a Student license without attending an art/design school for mostly personal use.

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## [Eyeware nosepad adaption](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/eyeware-nosepad-adaption/27304)

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**Author:** [@Dennis\_L](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dennis_L)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 11:00am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/eyeware-nosepad-adaption/27304 "2023-08-12T11:00:00Z")

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Is it possible to change the height and angle of the nosepad on glasses with new parametric modeling? If yes did anyone knows how to model organic nosepads on eyeware? Hope you can help me im stuck right now to build gl…

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## [Visualisation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualisation/27308)

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**Author:** [@Marsatik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Marsatik)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 2:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualisation/27308 "2023-08-12T14:30:38Z")

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Hello, when it will be possible to choose color for example granite

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## [Feature missing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-missing/27299)

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**Author:** [@Riteshjain](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Riteshjain)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 6:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-missing/27299 "2023-08-12T06:09:16Z")

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Previously when we used to project sketch on object’s face it used to stick on it and allowed used to edit object. But now it just create new sketch plan on it

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## [Compatibility of pages and files in the latest test version](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/compatibility-of-pages-and-files-in-the-latest-test-version/27297)

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**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 3:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/compatibility-of-pages-and-files-in-the-latest-test-version/27297 "2023-08-12T03:41:27Z")

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Yesterday, I updated into the beta version, and the most inappropriate thing was to cancel the shortcut key. Actually, I moved him to the upper square of the page, which was not in line with ergonomics. If nothing happen…

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## [Struggling to model this shape with fillet tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/struggling-to-model-this-shape-with-fillet-tool/27241)

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**Author:** [@jimmymodels3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jimmymodels3d)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 1:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/struggling-to-model-this-shape-with-fillet-tool/27241 "2023-08-12T01:43:59Z")

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Can anyone help with how to create this shape? Mine looks like this when trying to use a fillet: I’m not sure how to make it match the reference image:

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## [Drehen einer geneigten Fläche um die Z-Achsew](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drehen-einer-geneigten-flache-um-die-z-achsew/27272)

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**Author:** [@Sobotta](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sobotta)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 9:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drehen-einer-geneigten-flache-um-die-z-achsew/27272 "2023-08-11T21:38:03Z")

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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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## [Can anyone tell how to make this efficient?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-anyone-tell-how-to-make-this-efficient/27251)

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**Author:** [@FisherAu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/FisherAu)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 5:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-anyone-tell-how-to-make-this-efficient/27251 "2023-08-11T17:21:55Z")

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Can anyone tell how to make like this?picture attached Thanks :pray: https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Drawing is moving from origin point when adding details with dimensions .](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-is-moving-from-origin-point-when-adding-details-with-dimensions/27293)

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**Author:** [@Peanutbear](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peanutbear)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 5:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-is-moving-from-origin-point-when-adding-details-with-dimensions/27293 "2023-08-11T17:07:12Z")

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Hello, I’m having an issue with my drawing moving from the origin point when adding other sketch elements. If I draw a simple box with the origin point at the center then add a line with a dimension it works fine but if …

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## [File conversion struggle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-conversion-struggle/27292)

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**Author:** [@dmf92](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dmf92)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 5:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-conversion-struggle/27292 "2023-08-11T17:04:24Z")

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Hello. I’ve been trying to ask ChatGPT to help me import a file into Shapr3D but to no avail. I can’t see how to attach the file here. Basically I have it in .mb , .zpr , and as .obj I’d like to import as non-mesh (ST…

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## [Copy&Paste values und measurement results](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-paste-values-und-measurement-results/25379)

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**Author:** [@Mbock](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mbock)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 2:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-paste-values-und-measurement-results/25379 "2023-08-11T14:05:55Z")

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Hello Shapr3D Team, You’ve really beefed up the measurement functions lately and I use them often and with pleasure, thanks for that. And the calculation functions in the number field is also very useful. But what I u…

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## [Error](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/error/27285)

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**Author:** [@3115](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/3115)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 11:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/error/27285 "2023-08-11T11:40:19Z")

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Hello, I am a user who uses shapr3d in Korea. I was working on the iPad Pro 5th generation, and I had a lot of work to do, so I was trying to save a little bigger work (the “export” function), but suddenly the program tu…

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## [Pattern in a free shape feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pattern-in-a-free-shape-feature/27271)

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**Author:** [@Martign](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Martign)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 3:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pattern-in-a-free-shape-feature/27271 "2023-08-11T03:52:00Z")

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The pattern tool only allows lineal and circular and this is a huge limitation in some mechanical design where the shape is not linear or or circular and still patter is almost impossible without such a tool. Example, de…

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## [Modeling a bicycle frame lug in Shapr3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modeling-a-bicycle-frame-lug-in-shapr3d/27262)

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**Author:** [@JasonFS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JasonFS)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 8:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modeling-a-bicycle-frame-lug-in-shapr3d/27262 "2023-08-10T20:19:27Z")

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I have been attempting, with little progress, to model a bike frame lug in Shapr3d. I feel that it is impossible at the moment. but I would like to know if I am just missing something obvious. Any help would be very…

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## [How to turn a sketch through 90 deg](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-turn-a-sketch-through-90-deg/27270)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 11:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-turn-a-sketch-through-90-deg/27270 "2023-08-10T11:31:17Z")

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Hi there, Is there a way to turn a sketch through 90 deg? I imported a 2D DXF file, but it is laying horisontal. I need it vertical. Thanks

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## [Support for surface dial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/support-for-surface-dial/27269)

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**Author:** [@kitsuu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kitsuu)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/support-for-surface-dial/27269 "2023-08-10T07:14:13Z")

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Hi, I like using Shapr3D a lot, it’s a gamechanging CAD tool for me who happens to use a pen display to work, making prototypes with this saved a lot of time compared to AutoCAD or OnShape. Though, the problem is that m…

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## [Can´t open file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-open-file/27260)

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**Author:** [@roglie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/roglie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 6:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-open-file/27260 "2023-08-10T06:14:42Z")

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Created a model of the leaning tower in Pisa. I might have to much details on the pilars which caused problem to open the model. One time i succed to open but then it was not possible to draw lines in sketch mode. I run…

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## [Is it possible to produce a sketch from the top surface of a flat body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-it-possible-to-produce-a-sketch-from-the-top-surface-of-a-flat-body/27250)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 9:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-it-possible-to-produce-a-sketch-from-the-top-surface-of-a-flat-body/27250 "2023-08-09T21:18:53Z")

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I have a body, but I want to change it (angles, lengths etc). Unfortunately I have deleted the sketch from which the body was extruded. Is it possible to select the flat top surface of the body, and from this generate …

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## [How to Curve across all 3 axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-curve-across-all-3-axis/27245)

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**Author:** [@Karthik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Karthik)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 7:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-curve-across-all-3-axis/27245 "2023-08-09T19:22:43Z")

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I am trying to design a roadbicycle handle bar. The challenge is the shape of the handle bar that goes from X axis to Y axis and to Z axis continuously. I couldn’t figure out a way to do this. Anyone has any idea? Sweep…

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## [I have no idea what I'm doing, but is it possible to import 3D models of existing products?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-no-idea-what-im-doing-but-is-it-possible-to-import-3d-models-of-existing-products/27254)

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**Author:** [@cstromme](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cstromme)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 12:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-no-idea-what-im-doing-but-is-it-possible-to-import-3d-models-of-existing-products/27254 "2023-08-09T12:27:02Z")

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I’m brand new to 3D modeling, and stumbled over Shapr3D as I wanted to try to model some furniture that I’m building at home. Spent the last 2 weeks learning the basics, and I’m super happy with the models I’ve created s…

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## [Keyboard Shortcut for "Show hidden edges"](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keyboard-shortcut-for-show-hidden-edges/27243)

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**Author:** [@jimmymodels3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jimmymodels3d)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2023, 8:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keyboard-shortcut-for-show-hidden-edges/27243 "2023-08-08T20:32:06Z")

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Sometimes I need to frequently switch between showing and hiding “Hidden Edges” while I’m working on a model. For some reason there doesn’t seem to be a keyboard shortcut for this so I need to manually click a couple tim…

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