# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=152

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## [Seleced parts arrows (move rotate etc) should center in the view space not the world space when zoomed way in](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/seleced-parts-arrows-move-rotate-etc-should-center-in-the-view-space-not-the-world-space-when-zoomed-way-in/25158)

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**Author:** [@ptegler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ptegler)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 5, 2023, 12:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/seleced-parts-arrows-move-rotate-etc-should-center-in-the-view-space-not-the-world-space-when-zoomed-way-in/25158 "2023-04-05T12:43:39Z")

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repeatedly having to zoom in and out to re-acquire the parts move/rotate arrows for part movement alignment is painful. when you are zoomed way in, the selected parts cursor arrows should show on the part IN the VIEW …

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## [Arc length in 2d drawings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/arc-length-in-2d-drawings/15816)

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**Author:** [@Neochan08](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Neochan08)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 11:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/arc-length-in-2d-drawings/15816 "2023-04-04T23:59:10Z")

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Will this function be added?

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## [basic edges in webviewer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basic-edges-in-webviewer/25011)

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**Author:** [@Waimingchang](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Waimingchang)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 9:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basic-edges-in-webviewer/25011 "2023-04-04T09:11:10Z")

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Hello, it would be a very useful option to be able to publish the designs with the edges for better understanding, thanks!

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## [Break lines on 2D drawings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/break-lines-on-2d-drawings/13013)

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**Author:** [@mkelleyp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mkelleyp)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 5:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/break-lines-on-2d-drawings/13013 "2023-04-04T05:18:53Z")

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I am loving the new drawings feature for creating fabrication prints. I am currently drawing a 1/4” plate that will be laser cut to shape then bent at a 90° angle on 1 edge. I would like to be able to show the break li…

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## [Create a surface with 4 curved lines](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-surface-with-4-curved-lines/25108)

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**Author:** [@alexandre3000](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alexandre3000)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 7:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-surface-with-4-curved-lines/25108 "2023-04-03T19:40:24Z")

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I would like to know how to make a surface from 4 curves like on the attachment. is it possible? Thanks a lot Alexandre

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## [Copying](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copying/25140)

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**Author:** [@camboudreau](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/camboudreau)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 10:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copying/25140 "2023-04-03T22:31:01Z")

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I have created something in one design and would like to bring it into another design. Is there a way to do that?

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## [Tangent and midpoint dimensions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tangent-and-midpoint-dimensions/25139)

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**Author:** [@amillson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/amillson)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 8:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tangent-and-midpoint-dimensions/25139 "2023-04-03T20:56:22Z")

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Hi, it it possible to create tangent and midpoint (or both) dimensions in Shapr3D?

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## [Is there a way to disable double tap to select all?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-disable-double-tap-to-select-all/25102)

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**Author:** [@nerdo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/nerdo)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 3:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-disable-double-tap-to-select-all/25102 "2023-04-03T15:49:53Z")

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New user here. Love the double tap feature but it gets in the way often when using an ipad. If I have to select a bunch of edges to chamfer/fillet, i often accidentally double tap and select the entire body. Is there a …

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## [Textured skin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/textured-skin/25130)

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**Author:** [@Fuzzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fuzzy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 2:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/textured-skin/25130 "2023-04-03T14:49:01Z")

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Trying to create a rough skin on my design. Is there a tool that does that. Tried the google machine, didn’t find anything. Thanks!

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## [How to align spherical surface on cylindrical surface](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-align-spherical-surface-on-cylindrical-surface/25124)

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**Author:** [@abdulkareem947](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/abdulkareem947)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 2:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-align-spherical-surface-on-cylindrical-surface/25124 "2023-04-03T14:17:34Z")

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Helo I want to align two bodies together through their Center-Line Axes such that these body are allowed only to move along the aligned axes, see below for illustration: Note that, I have tried the aligning tool by …

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## [Glitchiness on OSX or what am I doing wrong?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/glitchiness-on-osx-or-what-am-i-doing-wrong/25119)

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**Author:** [@davidpinaz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/davidpinaz)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 10:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/glitchiness-on-osx-or-what-am-i-doing-wrong/25119 "2023-04-03T10:54:19Z")

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I have two issues that are frustrating me at the moment, both of which can be user error, but I’m honestly lost right now. Using Shapr3d (5.341.0) on OSX (MBP, M1 Max, 13.2.1). My video is on Vimeo because I can’t upl…

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## [Is there a notes function?if there is not, there should be](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-notes-function-if-there-is-not-there-should-be/17320)

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**Author:** [@willam6174](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/willam6174)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-notes-function-if-there-is-not-there-should-be/17320 "2023-04-03T07:14:28Z")

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I think that there should be a notes section in the tool so we can keep notes on the project we are making. This will allow us to have measurement and other information we need in the project.

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## ["Items" Sidebar keyboard support](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/items-sidebar-keyboard-support/25111)

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**Author:** [@davidmwhynot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/davidmwhynot)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 2:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/items-sidebar-keyboard-support/25111 "2023-04-02T14:57:35Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Performing tasks in the Items menu with a keyboard and mouse is tedious because there isn’t any support for keyboard navigation through the list. Brief description of the outco…

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## [Sweep or cut through a piece](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-or-cut-through-a-piece/25022)

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**Author:** [@Christin83](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Christin83)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 2:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-or-cut-through-a-piece/25022 "2023-04-02T14:18:32Z")

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Dear community, I would either like to sweep or cut through an existent piece… I try to sweep it but then I can’t get through the edges… So I thought I cut it but how do I do that? Please see the screenshot Many tha…

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## [Interacting with sketches in multiple planes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/interacting-with-sketches-in-multiple-planes/25101)

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**Author:** [@nerdo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/nerdo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 7:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/interacting-with-sketches-in-multiple-planes/25101 "2023-04-02T07:23:31Z")

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Im new to Shapr3D and CAD in general, so Im not sure if I’ve just got an approach that is anti-pattern, or if this is a legitimate use case (maybe both?). I keep finding myself needing to interact with sketches and/or e…

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## [Create a circle centered on an axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-circle-centered-on-an-axis/25057)

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**Author:** [@SetSails](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SetSails)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 8:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-circle-centered-on-an-axis/25057 "2023-04-01T20:15:43Z")

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Hi guys! I’m desperately trying to create a circle that is centered on an axis and lies on a face. Goal is to put a circular hole into an object at a specific point, exactly where a rotation axis needs to be placed. T…

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## [Array feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/array-feature/7732)

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**Author:** [@pfontaine2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pfontaine2)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 11:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/array-feature/7732 "2023-04-02T11:49:55Z")

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One of the things I create for my employer are plate designs, often with decorative beaded edges. Shapr3D is an awesome app and far more accessible than most other 3d and CAD apps but it seems to be missing any kind of…

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## [Stair Hand Railing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stair-hand-railing/25085)

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**Author:** [@HoffmannWelding](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HoffmannWelding)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 4:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stair-hand-railing/25085 "2023-04-01T16:20:41Z")

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I am trying to draw the balusters on the hand railing. Every time I draw on the angled hand rail plane that starts from the ground to the landing, it wants to stay on that angle. How do I draw them perfectly vertical the…

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## [Snapshots while editing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snapshots-while-editing/25087)

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**Author:** [@MyChaOS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MyChaOS)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 2:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snapshots-while-editing/25087 "2023-04-01T14:30:54Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: I regularly try out bigger changes in my designs. As export and import is not great to handle revisions and I actually …

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## [Import should name the newly created design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-should-name-the-newly-created-design/25086)

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**Author:** [@MyChaOS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MyChaOS)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 2:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-should-name-the-newly-created-design/25086 "2023-04-01T14:30:44Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: When you import a file (e.g. \*.step) form the main Screen the design gets no name, it would be almost always a bertter guess to name the import after the imported file, instead …

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## [Request for Dedicated Battery Saver Mode](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/request-for-dedicated-battery-saver-mode/25077)

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**Author:** [@Bracken](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bracken)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 2:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/request-for-dedicated-battery-saver-mode/25077 "2023-04-01T14:28:06Z")

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Hello Shapr3D community members, I am requesting a dedicated Battery Saver mode with a toggle switch on the settings page. There should be a switch dedicated for a “Battery Saver” mode. Especially for mobile devices. As…

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## [Question about pen drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-pen-drawing/25076)

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**Author:** [@Arch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Arch)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 5:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-pen-drawing/25076 "2023-04-01T05:01:22Z")

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Does the pen work on Windows or only on the iPad?

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## [Linear pattern with fillet - any good practice?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/linear-pattern-with-fillet-any-good-practice/25058)

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**Author:** [@schlank](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/schlank)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 11:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/linear-pattern-with-fillet-any-good-practice/25058 "2023-03-30T23:28:28Z")

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Hello! I want to have pattern with fillets. I cannot make fillets in sketches, so I need to add them in the actual element. This already has some disadvantages. But these elements cannot be multiplied in a linear patt…

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## [Shapr3d .exe link to Razer Synapse](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-exe-link-to-razer-synapse/20984)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 11:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-exe-link-to-razer-synapse/20984 "2023-03-30T23:40:38Z")

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Evening. I want setup my Razer Game pad and Mouse to work with the Razer Synapse software so that the Razer profile open automatically when I open Shapr3d but I can not find the shapr3d .exe file to link with the Razer p…

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## [Installation fails](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/installation-fails/25052)

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**Author:** [@scarr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/scarr)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 2:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/installation-fails/25052 "2023-03-30T14:45:03Z")

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When I try to install (see pictures) I get an error box and the installation stops.

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## [Export STL in size...Open in 3D Printer software as another](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-stl-in-size-open-in-3d-printer-software-as-another/1542)

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**Author:** [@pmdillon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pmdillon)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 7:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-stl-in-size-open-in-3d-printer-software-as-another/1542 "2023-03-30T07:09:48Z")

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I made something on Shapr3D…set unit to inches, made it (3inch x 3inch), exported it. Imported it to my 3D printer software (Repetier) and it was so tiny I had to scale it 25x to get it to about the right size. Any ide…

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## [Migrate Fusion 360 designs to Shapr3d?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/migrate-fusion-360-designs-to-shapr3d/25010)

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**Author:** [@uilleann](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/uilleann)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 7:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/migrate-fusion-360-designs-to-shapr3d/25010 "2023-03-28T19:32:04Z")

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I have about 3 years ofd using Fusion 360 for 3D designs to be 3D printed to sell in my etsy stores. At first I got away with a free license but they changed policies and I had to buy a license. It is up for renewal in…

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## [Conical Spring not so conical](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/conical-spring-not-so-conical/24970)

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**Author:** [@Jim2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jim2)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 4:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/conical-spring-not-so-conical/24970 "2023-03-28T16:21:32Z")

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Teaching myself Shapr3D using the incomplete version and I must say I am impressed…nicely done Shapr3d Team. I want to create a conical spring…but it’s not working. I’ve watched several tutorials and done everything ste…

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## [Embedding the tutorial videos from Shapr3D YouTube channel into the app for easy access](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/embedding-the-tutorial-videos-from-shapr3d-youtube-channel-into-the-app-for-easy-access/25013)

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**Author:** [@Bracken](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bracken)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 6:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/embedding-the-tutorial-videos-from-shapr3d-youtube-channel-into-the-app-for-easy-access/25013 "2023-03-28T06:51:54Z")

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Embedding the 20 manual tutorial videos from Shapr3D YouTube channel into the app for easy access. This will provide a more straightforward and comprehensive experience for a self help solution. I would suggest that this…

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## [Are these lines connected or what? cnc/shapr/fusion360](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/are-these-lines-connected-or-what-cnc-shapr-fusion360/24933)

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**Author:** [@shotfun](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shotfun)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 6:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/are-these-lines-connected-or-what-cnc-shapr-fusion360/24933 "2023-03-28T06:50:30Z")

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Hey All, im coming up on a strange issue that maybe someone could help me with. ive created a project in shapr and I sent it over to fusion 360 to create some tool paths for my cnc router. when I go to create my engrav…

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