# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=138

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## [Lens materials in product visualisation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lens-materials-in-product-visualisation/26861)

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**Author:** [@tayfun1907](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/tayfun1907)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 20, 2023, 1:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lens-materials-in-product-visualisation/26861 "2023-07-20T13:24:49Z")

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Hello everyone, I draw the models of my products for advertising visuals. I wonder if there is a feature that we can control the reflection of surfaces such as lenses or glass while visualising the models? As seen in th…

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## [Need help filling a space](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-filling-a-space/26824)

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**Author:** [@Unicornemporium](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Unicornemporium)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 20, 2023, 10:07am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-filling-a-space/26824 "2023-07-20T10:07:25Z")

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I am trying to “fill” the triangular hole in this model. Is there a way to bring the edge out but narrow it to meet the point?

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## [not possible to rotate body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/not-possible-to-rotate-body/26849)

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**Author:** [@jangoderis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jangoderis)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 20, 2023, 7:38am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/not-possible-to-rotate-body/26849 "2023-07-20T07:38:42Z")

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I made a copy of a body. I want to rotate it in a certain direction (x-axis) but I can’t. Can you help me with this problem. John Godris

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## [Obtaining dimensions of endresult projected sketch over a 3D body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/obtaining-dimensions-of-endresult-projected-sketch-over-a-3d-body/26839)

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**Author:** [@Choopie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Choopie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 20, 2023, 7:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/obtaining-dimensions-of-endresult-projected-sketch-over-a-3d-body/26839 "2023-07-20T07:37:56Z")

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Hey gang, in the attached video, you see two highlighted elements: one floating on its own is the sketch shape, the other is the sketched shape projected onto my main object (the helmet). Is there a way I can get the “l…

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## [Not appending (1) on nested copied objects in folders](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/not-appending-1-on-nested-copied-objects-in-folders/24399)

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**Author:** [@Curiobot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Curiobot)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 4:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/not-appending-1-on-nested-copied-objects-in-folders/24399 "2023-07-18T16:48:49Z")

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When duplicating a folder, do not append (1) or any other suffix to child objects of that folder. The problem that this feature will solve: Makes object hierarchy much cleaner. Encourages the use of duplicate pieces. I…

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## [Shapr3d will not export my designs to .shapr file anymore](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-will-not-export-my-designs-to-shapr-file-anymore/26830)

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**Author:** [@wallinrew](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wallinrew)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 2:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-will-not-export-my-designs-to-shapr-file-anymore/26830 "2023-07-18T14:36:24Z")

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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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## [Manuel Bock in German](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/manuel-bock-in-german/26795)

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**Author:** [@ReiniJ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ReiniJ)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 8:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/manuel-bock-in-german/26795 "2023-07-18T08:58:31Z")

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Hello everyone ! Is there a German translation of the Shapr3D bee manual somewhere that I can download? Thank you for a short feedback! ReiniJ

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## [Extrusion limitations related to scale?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-limitations-related-to-scale/26818)

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**Author:** [@Wombo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Wombo)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 9:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-limitations-related-to-scale/26818 "2023-07-18T09:50:03Z")

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A little background, I recently bought a onefinity cnc machine, and decided to learn Shapr3D as the main cad system for working on it. Having very very little experience with 3D modeling, I decided to give myself a few …

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## [Says something went wrong but your design is safe](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/says-something-went-wrong-but-your-design-is-safe/26790)

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**Author:** [@coreyk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/coreyk)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 9:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/says-something-went-wrong-but-your-design-is-safe/26790 "2023-07-18T09:13:22Z")

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So as I’m designing something and I get this “something went wrong” saying. Mostly when I am trying to add a construction plane and moving it back or forth. I have also had it while trying to extrude something, sometimes…

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## [STEP file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/step-file/26789)

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**Author:** [@coreyk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/coreyk)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 6:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/step-file/26789 "2023-07-18T06:49:11Z")

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I have been using STEP format to import into my 3d printer slicer for months and a few days ago I tried to import the bottom and top of a case I designed. But only the bottom STEP format could be imported, the top portio…

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## [Reference Photos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reference-photos/26774)

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**Author:** [@Ivovic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ivovic)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2023, 6:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reference-photos/26774 "2023-07-18T06:15:52Z")

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(This question isn’t really specific to Shapr3D, so I’m not sure if it’s appropriate here. Please suggest a general 3D design forum if questions like this are not really welcome in this help section. Thanks!) I’m trying…

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## [Subtract tool not working?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtract-tool-not-working/26728)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 10:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtract-tool-not-working/26728 "2023-07-17T22:32:40Z")

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I have selected two bodies (the targets) and two additional bodies (the tools) but I do not get the “Done” button, so can’t proceed. Help?

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## [Absolute position for sketch points?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/absolute-position-for-sketch-points/26785)

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**Author:** [@paperyoyo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/paperyoyo)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 4:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/absolute-position-for-sketch-points/26785 "2023-07-17T16:39:48Z")

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I import some files from a tool that generates geometry. They import as sketches and I need to move/rotate them into position. To do this, I want to get a point from one sketch, to align to a point in a different sketch…

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## [fillin in objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fillin-in-objects/26804)

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**Author:** [@Brandon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Brandon)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 11:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fillin-in-objects/26804 "2023-07-17T11:25:17Z")

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I’ve tried for the last 3 hours to try to fill in this object. ive followed the glitchy tutorial, while constant glitchy out of range errors, not populating shapes, have to redraw, sometimes doesn’t register at all. Abso…

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## [Help with simple curve](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-simple-curve/26791)

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**Author:** [@Chaosweaver](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chaosweaver)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 5:00am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-simple-curve/26791 "2023-07-17T05:00:52Z")

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Hello, I’m trying to add a consistent concave path between these two outlines. The purpose is to give the guitar some shape, similar to how PRS guitars are done but on a Telecaster design.

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## [Create vector from picture](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-vector-from-picture/26800)

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**Author:** [@Jonas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jonas)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 2:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-vector-from-picture/26800 "2023-07-17T02:17:01Z")

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Hello I think it would be a great feature to get a function to create/scan/trace a picture and create a vector from a picture Many softwares have this function and would cut drawing times alot. Added pictures to show …

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## [How can I a faces equalize in height to another face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-a-faces-equalize-in-height-to-another-face/26793)

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**Author:** [@JMR](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JMR)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 8:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-a-faces-equalize-in-height-to-another-face/26793 "2023-07-16T20:16:04Z")

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How can I level faces in height?

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## [Headphone tutorial help - creating a "draft"](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/headphone-tutorial-help-creating-a-draft/26792)

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**Author:** [@jmstovall](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jmstovall)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 5:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/headphone-tutorial-help-creating-a-draft/26792 "2023-07-16T17:56:23Z")

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Hello there, New to the Shapr community, CAD and 3D printing in general. Spent a lot of hours trying different software; as a life-long Mac user, Shapr has really stuck and I’m enjoying learning it. To do that, I’m car…

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## [Still can't double-click to rename](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/still-cant-double-click-to-rename/17257)

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**Author:** [@AndyF](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AndyF)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/still-cant-double-click-to-rename/17257 "2023-07-16T15:34:30Z")

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There’s still no shortcut to double click on a layer to rename. The alternative would be selecting a layer and pressing return, but I think I’d prefer double clicking.

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## [Font around cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/font-around-cylinder/26780)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 2:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/font-around-cylinder/26780 "2023-07-16T14:20:54Z")

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Hello everybody, I‘d like to ask if there is a way to wrap a text around a cylinder to create imprinted fonts? By using the projection tool it is not working since it is not reproduced on a flat surface. I’m grateful fo…

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## [Printing the model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/printing-the-model/26715)

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**Author:** [@LionheartIX](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LionheartIX)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 5:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/printing-the-model/26715 "2023-07-15T17:58:44Z")

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How can I print out the design created for manual presentations?

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## [STL Export to Sketchup Grouping Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-to-sketchup-grouping-issues/9817)

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**Author:** [@Christian.h.f](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Christian.h.f)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 5:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-to-sketchup-grouping-issues/9817 "2023-07-15T17:57:15Z")

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Hi, I’m using Shapr3D to model furniture for interior design / architecture projects. We are having trouble using my Shapr3D .STL files in Sketchup. When we import a chair for example, none of the groups that I assigned…

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## [3D Sub-D modelling like xShape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-sub-d-modelling-like-xshape/26734)

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**Author:** [@XYZED](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XYZED)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 5:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-sub-d-modelling-like-xshape/26734 "2023-07-15T17:50:02Z")

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Any plans to implement and integrate 3D Sub-D modelling similar to DSS’s xShape?

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## [Extrude into face - “Operation failed invalid result body”](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-into-face-operation-failed-invalid-result-body/13172)

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**Author:** [@Nalla217](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nalla217)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 6:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-into-face-operation-failed-invalid-result-body/13172 "2023-07-15T06:28:44Z")

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I am trying to extrude text that has been projected onto my body face. Some parts, it seems to be the smaller areas of text, will extrude into the face. Other parts of the the same imported text fail with an “Operation f…

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## [Body in file cant edit or delete](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-in-file-cant-edit-or-delete/26535)

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**Author:** [@Paulmac66](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Paulmac66)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-in-file-cant-edit-or-delete/26535 "2023-07-14T22:46:06Z")

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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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## [CPU power](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cpu-power/26577)

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**Author:** [@Malony](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Malony)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 10:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cpu-power/26577 "2023-07-14T22:34:30Z")

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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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## [Sync and Refresh Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-and-refresh-issues/26645)

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**Author:** [@Gojinn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gojinn)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 10:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-and-refresh-issues/26645 "2023-07-14T22:31:34Z")

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I have used and love Shapr3D; however, I’m getting back into it and have discovered some new problems. The first is that Shapr3D won’t sync my designs between devices. This wasn’t a problem months ago and I cannot figure…

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## [How would you go about this particular loft approach?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-would-you-go-about-this-particular-loft-approach/26604)

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**Author:** [@Choopie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Choopie)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 6:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-would-you-go-about-this-particular-loft-approach/26604 "2023-07-14T18:00:37Z")

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Hey gang, I’m working on a helmet project for a mockup. I created my helmet as a mostly round shape, but I’m attempting to add a nose piece to it that will resemble the arch found in my googles/lens design. In particul…

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## [Can't utilize AR function](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-utilize-ar-function/26491)

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**Author:** [@Ghengisahn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ghengisahn)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-utilize-ar-function/26491 "2023-07-14T14:52:01Z")

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Hey team, I just drew up a model but I cannot utilize the AR function to view it in my room / table. I dont know why… it is in native shapr. It just won’t load. There is no load screen, it just goes to camera mode. I h…

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## [How to increase subdivisions when export？(segmentation)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-increase-subdivisions-when-export-segmentation/26754)

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**Author:** [@NEEO](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/NEEO)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 2:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-increase-subdivisions-when-export-segmentation/26754 "2023-07-14T14:39:36Z")

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Hi, I exported a model to blender, but up close it’s segmentation values don’t reach the rendering requirements. Any suggestions? looks like low ploy.

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