# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=150

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## [Importing STEP files with Insert mold parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-step-files-with-insert-mold-parts/25394)

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**Author:** [@sajid](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sajid)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 21, 2023, 8:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-step-files-with-insert-mold-parts/25394 "2023-04-21T08:32:27Z")

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Hi, I am creating a design that will be injection molded and has some insert mold for threads. I downloaded insert mold step files and added them to my project. The step file is added as a collection of Meshes in a fol…

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## [Tutorial practise files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorial-practise-files/24892)

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**Author:** [@AbsolutDisaster](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AbsolutDisaster)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 21, 2023, 8:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorial-practise-files/24892 "2023-04-21T08:31:49Z")

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I’ve just started out with Shapr3d, and it,s a joy to use. The first tutorial I did was great, the in app video made everything very easy to manage. I wanted to create the teapot next, and it starts off by showing a temp…

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## [Add folder color customization in individual projects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-folder-color-customization-in-individual-projects/25382)

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**Author:** [@Bracken](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bracken)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2023, 3:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-folder-color-customization-in-individual-projects/25382 "2023-04-20T15:00:01Z")

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Add the ability to change the folder colors with each project. Give like 5 to 8 options then see if you can also add a custom color option as well. I really like this kind of feature in other 3D programs to help stay org…

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## [Wrap an image to a 3d object](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-an-image-to-a-3d-object/24620)

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**Author:** [@Mich](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mich)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2023, 1:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-an-image-to-a-3d-object/24620 "2023-04-20T13:30:51Z")

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Does anyone know how to curve a jpeg (or similar ) to a cylinder shape? I know in sketchup there is a trick for wrapping images on a cylinder. Is there an option for this in shapr? Thanks in advance for any tips.

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## [Ability to change date format in 2D drawings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-change-date-format-in-2d-drawings/23698)

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**Author:** [@rodolforomero](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rodolforomero)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2023, 1:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-change-date-format-in-2d-drawings/23698 "2023-04-20T13:24:10Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Currently, when creating 2D drawings the date is formatted as mm/dd/yy. I would like to be able to change it to other f…

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## [Datasmith link to Twinmotion](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/datasmith-link-to-twinmotion/23973)

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**Author:** [@sander](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sander)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2023, 1:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/datasmith-link-to-twinmotion/23973 "2023-04-20T01:51:47Z")

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Datasmith link to Twinmotion. I believe twinmotion is one of the most promising (realtime)render software for Product design / interior design and Architecture. Most software packages have direct links to twinmotion, mea…

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## [Curser dot?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/curser-dot/25375)

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**Author:** [@Blkflg](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Blkflg)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2023, 3:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/curser-dot/25375 "2023-04-19T15:13:28Z")

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In the latest version of shapr3d, every time I click, a colored dot appears at the curser. Is there some way I can turn this dot off? See attachment

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## [SVG Export all buggy (shaper origin)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/svg-export-all-buggy-shaper-origin/25319)

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**Author:** [@Alexis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alexis)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2023, 2:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/svg-export-all-buggy-shaper-origin/25319 "2023-04-19T14:10:03Z")

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Hey Shapr team been juggling for a while now with a simple design I need to use with Shaper Origin. Everytime I export an SVG form that form the SVG just does what he wants, sometimes the squares are closed, sometimes …

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## [Dimensions feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimensions-feature/25368)

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**Author:** [@Johnmartin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johnmartin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2023, 6:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimensions-feature/25368 "2023-04-19T06:50:43Z")

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Can I get rid of, or at least decrease the size of that measurements dialogue box while still in measurements mode? it takes up a quarter of my screen and covers much of the model i’m trying to measure. I can drag it ar…

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## [I dont understand direct Modeling!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-dont-understand-direct-modeling/7098)

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**Author:** [@Quigonlong](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Quigonlong)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 1:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-dont-understand-direct-modeling/7098 "2023-04-18T13:34:01Z")

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Hi just wanted to ask what is your Workflow and mindset for direkt Modeling? I mean i dont understand why direct modeling is faster or More flexible than parametric modeling. If i want to Build something like a Box for…

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## [Project edges from model to construction plane](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-edges-from-model-to-construction-plane/25328)

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**Author:** [@BillB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BillB)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 9:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-edges-from-model-to-construction-plane/25328 "2023-04-18T09:54:46Z")

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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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## [Navigation presets don't seem to work on M1 Pro 14" MBP](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/navigation-presets-dont-seem-to-work-on-m1-pro-14-mbp/25357)

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**Author:** [@barnabasjohnthomas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/barnabasjohnthomas)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 7:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/navigation-presets-dont-seem-to-work-on-m1-pro-14-mbp/25357 "2023-04-18T07:32:39Z")

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I’ve tried switching the navigation preset to both Blender and 3DS Max, but using the middle mouse button (clicking the scroll wheel) doesn’t seem to orbit for either of them: moving the mouse with the scroll wheel down …

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## [Selection tool update needed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selection-tool-update-needed/7219)

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**Author:** [@sander](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sander)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 7:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selection-tool-update-needed/7219 "2023-04-18T07:28:41Z")

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I use shapr Daily and the selection tool stays a big frustration when working with multiple parts or dwg files. When I want to clean up my .dwg I cannot select multiple lines or a area at ones. Sometimes I am selecting f…

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## [Animation and simulation PLEASE](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/animation-and-simulation-please/25358)

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**Author:** [@Ivarhaakansson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ivarhaakansson)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 6:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/animation-and-simulation-please/25358 "2023-04-18T06:41:50Z")

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I have been using Shapr3d for the 2022-2023 school year along with about 4 other CAD programs, and let me just say Shapr3d is by FAR my favorite, I love how the key mapping makes sense and everything just works together …

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## [S-L-O-W Load Times, Are my files too large?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/s-l-o-w-load-times-are-my-files-too-large/23807)

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**Author:** [@CarynNotKaren](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CarynNotKaren)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2023, 5:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/s-l-o-w-load-times-are-my-files-too-large/23807 "2023-04-17T17:47:47Z")

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My creations are taking FOREVER to load, like 40-60 minutes! Or not loading at all, once they get too large. I am making elaborate victorian houses to 3D print in miniature. My most recent project is 720,000KB. Does anyo…

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## [Fem integration](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fem-integration/25344)

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**Author:** [@Isaina](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Isaina)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2023, 5:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fem-integration/25344 "2023-04-17T17:40:19Z")

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Integration of Fem method like FEM Workbench in freecad provides a modern finite element analysis in system for fast design checking with specializations on polymer 3d printing also composite like reinforced wire Brief …

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## [Match corner curvature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/match-corner-curvature/25322)

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**Author:** [@Zabolater](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zabolater)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2023, 2:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/match-corner-curvature/25322 "2023-04-17T02:26:50Z")

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Hello - I am new to the program as I have only been using it about a week. I am attempting to design a window screen frame for a boat’s porthole but having some issues getting the curvature of the interior corners correc…

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## [Exploded views](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exploded-views/21977)

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**Author:** [@Cblessing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cblessing)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2023, 3:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exploded-views/21977 "2023-04-17T15:32:02Z")

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What is the best way to explode an assembly and return all of the components back to its original position?

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## [Dimension snapping](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimension-snapping/25338)

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**Author:** [@MineWorks](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MineWorks)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2023, 7:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimension-snapping/25338 "2023-04-17T07:17:47Z")

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It would be helpful and a significant time saver if in 2D Drawing, the dimensions snapped either to a pre-defined extension line distance or snapped to match another dimension line already in place. Also, snapping the nu…

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## [I can't Subtrahieren Please Help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-cant-subtrahieren-please-help/25336)

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**Author:** [@druck-expert.com](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/druck-expert.com)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2023, 4:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-cant-subtrahieren-please-help/25336 "2023-04-17T04:01:42Z")

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I can’t Subtrahieren Please Help I can’t se the go button picture attached

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## [Regarding automatic model modification based on sketch editing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/regarding-automatic-model-modification-based-on-sketch-editing/25316)

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**Author:** [@tteokmetal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/tteokmetal)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2023, 4:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/regarding-automatic-model-modification-based-on-sketch-editing/25316 "2023-04-16T16:31:03Z")

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After watching the tutorial and practicing, I have a question. It seems like Shapr3D replaces most of the functions of existing 3D drawing tools. However, it seems difficult to modify sketches. For example, with existing…

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## [Snapping Model to Axis Origins](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snapping-model-to-axis-origins/25254)

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**Author:** [@JB2023inWA](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JB2023inWA)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2023, 8:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snapping-model-to-axis-origins/25254 "2023-04-16T08:20:20Z")

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I don’t understand and it doesn’t seem to be a feature in the Move/Rotate tool of how to move a mesh model’s outer dimension or mesh surface to coincide with an axis origin. For instance, if I have the bottom surface of…

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## [Problems with the current way of measuring things](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problems-with-the-current-way-of-measuring-things/17094)

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**Author:** [@balintzs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/balintzs)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 7:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problems-with-the-current-way-of-measuring-things/17094 "2023-04-15T19:04:47Z")

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We are doing some maintenance work about how you can measure angles, lengths, distances, etc. in Shapr3D. As part of this, we are looking for limitations of the current way of measuring. If you have any memories of cases…

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## [Autofold in Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/autofold-in-shapr3d/25028)

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**Author:** [@JJL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JJL)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 6:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/autofold-in-shapr3d/25028 "2023-04-15T18:12:49Z")

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Hello Shapr community. I am trying to create a shape that requires something similar to SketchUp’s Autofold feature, but using Shapr3D. Perhaps you can advise me on the appropriate way to do this? Picture a rectangle 2…

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## [Apply repeating pattern to rotated spline](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apply-repeating-pattern-to-rotated-spline/25296)

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**Author:** [@JB2023inWA](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JB2023inWA)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 4:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apply-repeating-pattern-to-rotated-spline/25296 "2023-04-15T16:51:52Z")

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How would you apply a repeated pattern, like a raised hexagonal pattern that fits perfectly around a rotated spline (like a vase)? It’s difficult enough, I can’t figure out how to even project a hexagonal sketch or face…

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## [How to export model to SVG](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-export-model-to-svg/25293)

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**Author:** [@RobHoglund](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RobHoglund)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 3:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-export-model-to-svg/25293 "2023-04-14T15:26:56Z")

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I am new here. I’ve been using SketchUp for years, but it now appears to be a mature product and it’s not receiving much attention from developers. Anyway, this may have been answered before, but I couldn’t find it. The …

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## [Boolean failed at substraction](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-failed-at-substraction/25264)

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**Author:** [@Eugene](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Eugene)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 11:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-failed-at-substraction/25264 "2023-04-14T11:37:30Z")

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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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## [2D drawings date wrong](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-date-wrong/23388)

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**Author:** [@Murdo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Murdo)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 7:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-date-wrong/23388 "2023-04-14T07:58:51Z")

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Does anyone know why the 2D drawings are listing todays date (3/1/23) as the 1st of March (1/3/23). They have the day and month the wrong way round. I can’t submit these drawings until it’s fixed. Checked my internationa…

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## [New Point to Point in Measuring Tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-point-to-point-in-measuring-tool/24423)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 7:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-point-to-point-in-measuring-tool/24423 "2023-04-14T07:44:04Z")

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I am trying the above new feature. Easy to use on a Rectangle block but I can not get this to work on a circle or something close to a circle. I can tap in the center of the circle and I get one point. I try taping on an…

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## [Suma Mixer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suma-mixer/25288)

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**Author:** [@Hraf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hraf)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 11:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suma-mixer/25288 "2023-04-13T11:23:38Z")

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Hi! I’m modeling the mixer on the image below for a project. However, I’m not entirely sure how to go forward with the blades. Any ideas? There are technical drawings of the model on their website. Cheers …

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