# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=196

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## [App always crash after up iPadOS 15.6](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/app-always-crash-after-up-ipados-15-6/19661)

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**Author:** [@Karoonchai](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Karoonchai)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 10:30am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/app-always-crash-after-up-ipados-15-6/19661 "2022-06-03T10:30:07Z")

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Sad…. App always crash after up iPadOS 15.6

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## [Object or Body Horizontal Alignment Across Another Body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-or-body-horizontal-alignment-across-another-body/19650)

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**Author:** [@assyrian47](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/assyrian47)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 12:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-or-body-horizontal-alignment-across-another-body/19650 "2022-06-03T00:18:36Z")

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Good day - Is it possible to horizontally align a number of objects or bodies across another body? I have a seven coaxial connectors which I would like to place equidistant on the panel. Is there an easier way than…

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## [How do I remove a body back out of a folder that has been misplaced?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-remove-a-body-back-out-of-a-folder-that-has-been-misplaced/19651)

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**Author:** [@jsc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsc)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2022, 10:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-remove-a-body-back-out-of-a-folder-that-has-been-misplaced/19651 "2022-06-02T22:17:05Z")

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I imported an STL file. The mesh bodies were automatically placed into an Imported Folder of the Items Manager. I was reorganizing some mesh bodies. I accidentally dropped a body onto another and wound up with both in…

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## [How to model this shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-model-this-shape/19627)

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**Author:** [@DragonDon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DragonDon)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2022, 6:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-model-this-shape/19627 "2022-06-02T18:50:55Z")

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Seems weird but I’m having a hard time trying to visualize where to start beyond just a big block.

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## [Switch of the area selection on I pad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/switch-of-the-area-selection-on-i-pad/19589)

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**Author:** [@SuperJuppy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SuperJuppy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 12:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/switch-of-the-area-selection-on-i-pad/19589 "2022-06-01T12:07:33Z")

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Hi, I want to place a new fitpoint, but if I press the pencil, there will be always the area selection.is there something t switch it off?

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## [Insert image onto an object](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/insert-image-onto-an-object/19597)

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**Author:** [@MarbleTemplar](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MarbleTemplar)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 9:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/insert-image-onto-an-object/19597 "2022-06-01T09:39:56Z")

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I was wondering if there is a way that i can place an image onto an object instead of it just being on the canvas

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## [How to draw a nano ball…](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-nano-ball/19599)

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**Author:** [@wirepuller](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wirepuller)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 2:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-nano-ball/19599 "2022-06-01T02:39:18Z")

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## [Cannot Delete Face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-delete-face/19629)

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**Author:** [@mkjedlinski](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mkjedlinski)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 12:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-delete-face/19629 "2022-06-01T00:37:53Z")

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A face was automatically created when I added component to my project and I’m unable to delete them when I select each face. Any ideas? Thanks!

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## [DXF IMPORT: How to convert segmented curves to be smooth?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-import-how-to-convert-segmented-curves-to-be-smooth/19429)

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**Author:** [@jsc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsc)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-import-how-to-convert-segmented-curves-to-be-smooth/19429 "2022-05-31T17:18:36Z")

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'I Imported a .DXF file of the letter “e” which has too many nodes at the bends (they are not arcs) . Perhaps there is a basic video on dealing with imported DXF line work and converting these segments / simplifying the…

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## [Wrap a texture created around a cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-a-texture-created-around-a-cylinder/19561)

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**Author:** [@Creative8eight](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Creative8eight)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 5:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-a-texture-created-around-a-cylinder/19561 "2022-05-31T17:05:30Z")

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Is it possible to create a flat texture and then wrap it around a cylinder or any shape? like this

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## [Abbonamento annuale per pc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/abbonamento-annuale-per-pc/19614)

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**Author:** [@Rotolo74](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rotolo74)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 9:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/abbonamento-annuale-per-pc/19614 "2022-05-31T09:48:14Z")

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Buonasera a tutti , Ho fatto l’abbonamemto annuale per pc di shapr3d e chiedevo se con il mio account e’ possibile utilizzare il software anche su ipad. Grazie

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## [Pen and red dot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pen-and-red-dot/19620)

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**Author:** [@Hammerhand](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hammerhand)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 5:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pen-and-red-dot/19620 "2022-05-31T05:55:08Z")

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I’ve had to come back to the stable version because the Beta is crashing too often. But I’ve got this red dot and pen image in every move I make, and I can’t figure out how to turn it off. Please advise asap

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## [Circular mesh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/circular-mesh/19619)

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**Author:** [@anarchy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/anarchy)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 5:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/circular-mesh/19619 "2022-05-31T05:12:25Z")

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I am trying to create a circular/cylindrical mesh in a STL file similar to what can be seen in the image. Can someone help me do that?

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## [Creating Stamps with letters](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-stamps-with-letters/19610)

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**Author:** [@DragonDon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DragonDon)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2022, 8:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-stamps-with-letters/19610 "2022-05-30T20:04:40Z")

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Greetings all, I’m looking to see who has some advice for creating stamps. Specifically, on a small-scale. For example, if I want to create a stamp, what would be the best way to make sure that my letter widths are no…

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## [New iPad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-ipad/19588)

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**Author:** [@Billbuilds](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Billbuilds)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2022, 5:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-ipad/19588 "2022-05-30T17:45:54Z")

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I want to get a new ipad. Can I download shapr to my new ipad on my existing account and how do I transfer my designs to the new ipad? Thanks Bill

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## [How to fill the cavity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-fill-the-cavity/19593)

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**Author:** [@Gusriwandi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gusriwandi)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2022, 3:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-fill-the-cavity/19593 "2022-05-30T03:34:16Z")

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Hi everyone, hope all you doing well… I have pump : impeler inside a volute and between them is water., I want to fill it with solid, I will use this solid as fluid mesh in cfd software…anyone know how to make this volum…

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## [Attaching an image to a surface](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/attaching-an-image-to-a-surface/19582)

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**Author:** [@lumicube.uk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lumicube.uk)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2022, 10:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/attaching-an-image-to-a-surface/19582 "2022-05-29T10:55:59Z")

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Loving Shapr3D, just wondering if a future visualisation update may include the ability to attach an image to a surface. This would be good for adding labels in packaging design or simply a background image on a wall… th…

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## [Merging two images](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/merging-two-images/19577)

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**Author:** [@Djkb](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Djkb)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2022, 3:22am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/merging-two-images/19577 "2022-05-29T03:22:57Z")

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Hi I am totally new her , I am trying to merge two images that I have together. I am trying to make the edges on one round. Can someone help me

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## [Camera Position/Animation - Feature Request](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/camera-position-animation-feature-request/19573)

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**Author:** [@welshsteve](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/welshsteve)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2022, 2:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/camera-position-animation-feature-request/19573 "2022-05-28T14:00:58Z")

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Feature Request Would it be possible to introduce a way to position a camera in a scene and then reposition the camera one step at a time to create an animated walkthrough? I don’t wish to just fly through a scene usin…

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## [How to switch off the area selection](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-switch-off-the-area-selection/19571)

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**Author:** [@SuperJuppy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SuperJuppy)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2022, 10:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-switch-off-the-area-selection/19571 "2022-05-28T10:48:58Z")

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I need to offset the area selection on ipad . With it, it is impossible for me to set a fitpoint. Thx for help

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## [Subscription holiday](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subscription-holiday/19564)

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**Author:** [@Jagey](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jagey)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2022, 6:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subscription-holiday/19564 "2022-05-28T06:21:26Z")

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As a user who has busy times and periods ‘out’ from using Shapr3D can I check that after a hiatus my earlier models will be available when I renew my subscription later in the year. Hopefully, also, I can retain my iden…

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## [How do I mirror this highlighted section?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-mirror-this-highlighted-section/19506)

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**Author:** [@DragonDon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DragonDon)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2022, 5:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-mirror-this-highlighted-section/19506 "2022-05-27T17:25:43Z")

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I want to replicate this as a mirror to the other side of the model. It took me awhile just to figure out the measurements to get it right. I’m not sure I could replicate the process again without taking an insane a…

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## [Resizing an entire model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resizing-an-entire-model/19535)

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**Author:** [@gsmcelwee](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gsmcelwee)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2022, 4:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resizing-an-entire-model/19535 "2022-05-27T16:18:02Z")

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I have a completed model that is an enclosure. It will be 3d Printed in 3 different sizes. All the sizes will be proportional based on 1 of 3 size fans that will be mounted inside. Think of it as square duct work and the…

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## [Crash fixes - 5.150 (3279)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crash-fixes-5-150-3279/19563)

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**Author:** [@PeterLevay\_Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/PeterLevay_Shapr3D)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2022, 2:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crash-fixes-5-150-3279/19563 "2022-05-27T14:57:06Z")

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Hi Shaprs, We’re back with a minor update this week: We fixed a bunch of crashes, which gives better overall stability The original marble materials are back in the game As always, feedback is more than welcome …

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## [Help with Union file location](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-union-file-location/19529)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2022, 9:05am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-union-file-location/19529 "2022-05-27T09:05:42Z")

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Hi, Where are the Union file/models located when you do a Union with the option to save originals selected. I Unioned a part and I can’t locate the Unioned part. Thank You

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## [Surfboard fin’s /foil’s](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/surfboard-fin-s-foil-s/19448)

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**Author:** [@Alex1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alex1)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2022, 6:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/surfboard-fin-s-foil-s/19448 "2022-05-27T06:34:13Z")

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Hi, having a Meltdown trying to design surfboard fin’s. Sure I can draw a foil but can’t figure how to extrude the shape. Please help!.

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## [Body won't extrude](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-wont-extrude/19455)

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**Author:** [@Samuel\_E](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Samuel_E)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2022, 9:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-wont-extrude/19455 "2022-05-26T21:42:31Z")

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So I’m currently working on designing a new logo for my fabrication business but I’ve run into a problem… While creating the body for it I found that one of the holes that I was going to cut in it wasn’t appearing as a …

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## [Making holes in a sphere](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-holes-in-a-sphere/5420)

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**Author:** [@Linerz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Linerz)\
**Replies:** 45\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2022, 5:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-holes-in-a-sphere/5420 "2022-05-26T17:54:38Z")

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Hi Guys, I’m designing a ball that will have hexagonal holes cut into it. Basically hexagonal depression in the surface. How do I go about cutting hexagonal shapes on a curved surface? Thanks!

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## [Woodmaking Project - Loft Bed - Need Wood materials](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/woodmaking-project-loft-bed-need-wood-materials/19538)

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**Author:** [@mnsrit](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mnsrit)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2022, 12:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/woodmaking-project-loft-bed-need-wood-materials/19538 "2022-05-26T00:49:28Z")

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How do I add wooden beams and lead pipes? I would like to import those in and then adjust the measurements accordingly. Thanks!

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## [We Need a recover from autosave function Seriously!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/we-need-a-recover-from-autosave-function-seriously/19525)

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**Author:** [@moto4p](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/moto4p)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 25, 2022, 4:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/we-need-a-recover-from-autosave-function-seriously/19525 "2022-05-25T16:07:43Z")

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My all-day work has been ruined by importing a screw step file that must be glitched, and now my only project is looped in “tessellating bodies” forever. Seriously, we need a “recover save” function and a stand-alone pr…

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