# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=160

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## [Stylus on windows laptop with touchscreen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stylus-on-windows-laptop-with-touchscreen/24034)

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**Author:** [@doctortropico](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/doctortropico)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 6:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stylus-on-windows-laptop-with-touchscreen/24034 "2023-02-13T06:17:09Z")

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Hey So I got this aftermarket stylus and wanted to give it a go in Shapr3D. Unfortunately the pen acts just like my fingers. Is there a setting I am missing? I read the support page and found something about Surface ap…

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## [Water, how to visualize?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/water-how-to-visualize/22869)

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**Author:** [@Ubbe](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ubbe)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 2:42am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/water-how-to-visualize/22869 "2023-02-13T02:42:55Z")

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Water body.shapr (907.6 KB)… I have tried to visuailize a vessel floating on water. When I not in the visualization mode it sort of looks ok, but when I go into visualisation, I cannot get any resemblence of water.

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## [Wavy edge on cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wavy-edge-on-cylinder/24083)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 8:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wavy-edge-on-cylinder/24083 "2023-02-12T20:41:27Z")

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Hello everyone, I‘m trying so solve a task, maybe someone can help please :slightly\_smiling\_face: A hollow cylinder is supposed to have a wave like ending. Unfortunately the projection tool does not work because it is …

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## [Please, please, please move the exit button away from the other buttons (windows Version)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/please-please-please-move-the-exit-button-away-from-the-other-buttons-windows-version/24056)

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**Author:** [@Steve566074](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Steve566074)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 7:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/please-please-please-move-the-exit-button-away-from-the-other-buttons-windows-version/24056 "2023-02-12T19:00:12Z")

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Please, please please … I repeatedly hit the exit button instead of the undo and back buttons on the Windows version by mistake. I have sync across devices turned on so this means that every time I do this I have to wai…

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## [Return to Designs screen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/return-to-designs-screen/24064)

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**Author:** [@VAXman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VAXman)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 6:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/return-to-designs-screen/24064 "2023-02-12T18:06:19Z")

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If I’m working on a design, I may need to reference an existing design. Short of exiting Shapr3D and restarting it, is there a way to get back to the Designs screen?

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## [Stuck on setup screen turorials](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stuck-on-setup-screen-turorials/24063)

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**Author:** [@DaveR](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DaveR)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 6:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stuck-on-setup-screen-turorials/24063 "2023-02-12T06:33:30Z")

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I am stuck on setup scrren tutorials. There is no way to get out of them and just start using applications, that I can see. Every time I restart applications, it takes me to setp screen, After selecting (mouse and keyboa…

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## [How to make a 22.5 degree](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-make-a-22-5-degree/24074)

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**Author:** [@Fgudino93](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fgudino93)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 7:16am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-make-a-22-5-degree/24074 "2023-02-12T07:16:09Z")

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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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## [Allow 'sketch' drawing to be built by selecting a model facet of array of featuresscting a](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/allow-sketch-drawing-to-be-built-by-selecting-a-model-facet-of-array-of-featuresscting-a/24070)

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**Author:** [@ptegler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ptegler)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 3:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/allow-sketch-drawing-to-be-built-by-selecting-a-model-facet-of-array-of-featuresscting-a/24070 "2023-02-12T03:26:58Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: being able to copy the outline (even if by selecting all the vertices) of a very convoluted/non-geometric (yet flat) surface feature to create a sketch model that duplicates tha…

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## [Question about how to make a different type of spring ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-how-to-make-a-different-type-of-spring/24051)

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**Author:** [@Justquestions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Justquestions)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 12:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-how-to-make-a-different-type-of-spring/24051 "2023-02-12T00:20:35Z")

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Hello, I have been watching several videos on how to design in shapr3d But I can’t find a way to design, for example, a door spring that prevents the door from hitting the wall The thing is that this spring is shaped …

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## [Point along height](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/point-along-height/24036)

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**Author:** [@Pandore](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pandore)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 11, 2023, 4:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/point-along-height/24036 "2023-02-11T16:05:06Z")

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Hello, I try to up the center part to 660 in height, but I cant. The point move only on x, z. Do you have any idea ? Regards

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## [Operation failed because the resulting body wouldn't be valid](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/operation-failed-because-the-resulting-body-wouldnt-be-valid/24046)

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**Author:** [@llllllllllllllllilil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/llllllllllllllllilil)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 4:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/operation-failed-because-the-resulting-body-wouldnt-be-valid/24046 "2023-02-10T16:42:30Z")

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I am trying to make a body of Iowa Class Battleship. I want to loft this four object at same time but some how the Shapr says “Operation failed because the resulting body wouldn’t be valid”. How could I fix this probl…

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## [How do i change all the parts i a folder at once?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-change-all-the-parts-i-a-folder-at-once/24048)

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**Author:** [@Magnus](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Magnus)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 4:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-change-all-the-parts-i-a-folder-at-once/24048 "2023-02-10T16:36:11Z")

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I want to change the length of all parts in a folder at once. Is this possible?

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## [Having issue with ai file converted to dwg and exported to Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/having-issue-with-ai-file-converted-to-dwg-and-exported-to-shapr3d/24037)

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**Author:** [@EvelinB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/EvelinB)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 11:38am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/having-issue-with-ai-file-converted-to-dwg-and-exported-to-shapr3d/24037 "2023-02-10T11:38:58Z")

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Hi! I got this vector file that I exported as .dwg to be able to extrude it, etc. on Shapr3D. Unfortunately when I import the file into de app I’m unable to extrude it. It’s just lines and curves and won’t give me the op…

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## [Am I blind or is there no folder option?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/am-i-blind-or-is-there-no-folder-option/16107)

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**Author:** [@ElT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ElT)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 1:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/am-i-blind-or-is-there-no-folder-option/16107 "2023-02-10T01:34:04Z")

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Am I blind or is there no folder option? Or are there for real no Folders for Desgines? I have over 200+ desgines, and it drives me mad that i can’t put them in folders? Ok i read now that you have it on your roadmap, …

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## [Export OBJ Remeshing as Quads](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-obj-remeshing-as-quads/6961)

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**Author:** [@aeko](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/aeko)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 9:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-obj-remeshing-as-quads/6961 "2023-02-09T21:09:37Z")

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I think this is a feature request, but the remeshing of OBJ export needs to be improved to be 99% quad polys with good edge poly flow for people who are using the software for hard surface work with other 3D tools. I’m …

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## [The undo stack should persist across application restarts/crashes/log-outs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-undo-stack-should-persist-across-application-restarts-crashes-log-outs/23530)

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**Author:** [@benaston](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/benaston)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 7:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-undo-stack-should-persist-across-application-restarts-crashes-log-outs/23530 "2023-02-09T19:41:39Z")

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The undo stack should persist across application openings. The problem that this feature will solve: As it stands, productionising a model is oftentimes a two step process: assembling a model from sub-objects, and then…

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## [Snap 3D Objects by Gismo Center or Arrow/Rotation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snap-3d-objects-by-gismo-center-or-arrow-rotation/23985)

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**Author:** [@mwetzko](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mwetzko)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 7:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snap-3d-objects-by-gismo-center-or-arrow-rotation/23985 "2023-02-09T19:04:31Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Save time and frustration. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: Within sketch mode, you can move 2D objects by simply drag the center point. Th…

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## [Align along axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-along-axis/24013)

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**Author:** [@ThomasR](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ThomasR)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 12:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-along-axis/24013 "2023-02-09T12:50:19Z")

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I’d like to move object B until it “hits” object A. If I try this with align, it moves to the center of the target surface. However, I only want B to move along a single axis. How can I do this? Workaround: Project edg…

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## [Very Basic Working Order Help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/very-basic-working-order-help/24025)

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**Author:** [@Slartibartslow](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Slartibartslow)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 9:22am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/very-basic-working-order-help/24025 "2023-02-09T09:22:08Z")

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This is sort of a preliminary conceptual question. The included gif shows that I’ve drawn 2 circles in different parallel planes. What I’m going for in this case would be something like a test tube stopper. May I make th…

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## [Incompatible design / test flight](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/incompatible-design-test-flight/24020)

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**Author:** [@Zecnarf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zecnarf)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 5:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/incompatible-design-test-flight/24020 "2023-02-09T05:25:26Z")

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What am i doing wrong. And i hope im using the correct format. I did email a support ticket

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## [Display separate object by color automatically](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/display-separate-object-by-color-automatically/24004)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_b](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peter_b)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 5:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/display-separate-object-by-color-automatically/24004 "2023-02-09T05:02:59Z")

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As a beginner with a year into Shapr soon I see that I had a basic misunderstanding. Its the difference between a sketch/face and object/part of an object. The first is displayed by color change from transparent to soli…

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## [Export to Pinterest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-to-pinterest/24016)

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**Author:** [@treyway](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/treyway)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 9:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-to-pinterest/24016 "2023-02-08T21:23:47Z")

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This was an error on my part, looks like Pinterest does not support SVG files. I apologize for my mistake.

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## [Bug when rotating involute gear face on 3D gear](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-when-rotating-involute-gear-face-on-3d-gear/23991)

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**Author:** [@mwetzko](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mwetzko)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 6:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-when-rotating-involute-gear-face-on-3d-gear/23991 "2023-02-08T18:58:02Z")

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If you extrude a gear plane imported from \*.dxf, and try to (twist)rotate it, it snaps back into original position with an error: “Edge transformation failed.”

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## [New Ipad are dropping today. :)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-ipad-are-dropping-today/21974)

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**Author:** [@Vassi\_solutions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Vassi_solutions)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 6:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-ipad-are-dropping-today/21974 "2023-02-08T18:36:29Z")

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I am afraid this will hurt my wallet today :stuck\_out\_tongue: My Ipad Pro 2018 has seen better days.

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## [Eliminate the lighting glare in the workspace after latest update](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/eliminate-the-lighting-glare-in-the-workspace-after-latest-update/24000)

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**Author:** [@SpitfireProducts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SpitfireProducts)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 3:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/eliminate-the-lighting-glare-in-the-workspace-after-latest-update/24000 "2023-02-08T15:19:52Z")

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I’ve just updated to the latest release as of February 7 and now I have a very distracting glare on all my models while in the workspace. How do I get rid of it and go back to just solid colors? I’ve tried changing came…

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## [Assemblies and individual components](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assemblies-and-individual-components/24010)

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**Author:** [@finn071](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/finn071)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 2:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assemblies-and-individual-components/24010 "2023-02-08T14:49:06Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m very new to Shapr3D and I am looking for some advice. I am a teacher of Graphic communication and stumbled across the app in the last few weeks and I think it is a great alternative to what we already u…

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## [Mirror help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirror-help/24007)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 1:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirror-help/24007 "2023-02-08T13:46:24Z")

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Good day I am trying to mirror the 2 consturction circles at the bottom of this extrustion to the top of the extrusion so that I do not have to re draw the 2 circles. But when i use mirror program places it above the fac…

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## [Loft accuracy issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-accuracy-issue/23997)

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**Author:** [@Renato](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Renato)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 12:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-accuracy-issue/23997 "2023-02-08T12:25:39Z")

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Hi everyone, I am trying to generate a wing and I don’t know why but the loft is not creating a smooth surface (following the splines). Do you have any idea why? I’ve cheked the settings and I’ve got max resolution and …

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## [Make a click and drag jump to last used Sketch tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-a-click-and-drag-jump-to-last-used-sketch-tool/23993)

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**Author:** [@Slartibartslow](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Slartibartslow)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-a-click-and-drag-jump-to-last-used-sketch-tool/23993 "2023-02-07T22:09:36Z")

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Newb (and always will be, probably) here. Does a setting still exist in Shapr3d for Mac that enables the automatic instant line sketch tool selection mentioned in the first Shapr3D tutorial video for sketching at ~00:00:…

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## [Radiant Heating Design?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/radiant-heating-design/23984)

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**Author:** [@flavor30](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/flavor30)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2023, 3:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/radiant-heating-design/23984 "2023-02-07T15:59:35Z")

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Is it possible to draw a radiant heating plan similar to this in Shapr3D? I did this one in Figma and would prefer a 3D tool.

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