# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=229

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## [Can no longer "Share with..."](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-no-longer-share-with/14884)

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**Author:** [@someguywhomakesthing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/someguywhomakesthing)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 14, 2021, 12:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-no-longer-share-with/14884 "2021-09-14T12:54:39Z")

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So, I’ve read a few posts similar to mine and the solution was to reset the iPad. If I need to reinstall the Shapr3d app, how can I back up all my files. Is there a fix being worked on? I know from what little I did rea…

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## [How to move 2d rectangle so centerpoints on edge touches another rectangle's center](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-move-2d-rectangle-so-centerpoints-on-edge-touches-another-rectangles-center/14864)

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**Author:** [@gnachman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gnachman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 12:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-move-2d-rectangle-so-centerpoints-on-edge-touches-another-rectangles-center/14864 "2021-09-13T12:03:55Z")

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I want to make two coplanar rectangles and then move one so that the center of its top line touches the center of the bottom line of another rectangle of a different size. I’m sure this is possible — how do you do it?

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## [Hidden geometry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hidden-geometry/14740)

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**Author:** [@Deeferdaz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Deeferdaz)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 10:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hidden-geometry/14740 "2021-09-13T10:44:54Z")

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I keep trying to extrude on my drawing and it won’t let me. Keeps saying new geometry hidden by sketch view. So the question is what is it. And what have I done to make this happen. And is it reversible thank you

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## [Shapr3d界面可以设置成中文吗？](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/14859)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 8:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/14859 "2021-09-13T08:26:31Z")

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会不会出现全中文界面的版本？

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## [Can you cycle parts with defined pivot points?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-cycle-parts-with-defined-pivot-points/14849)

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**Author:** [@isaiah.1761](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/isaiah.1761)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 11, 2021, 12:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-cycle-parts-with-defined-pivot-points/14849 "2021-09-11T00:43:05Z")

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Are you able to cycle a group of parts with one defined pivoting point? IE vehicle suspension? id like to cycle suspension components and watch connected parts move as well. Processing: RPReplay\_Final1631308727.mov…

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## [Creating Honeycomb pattern (not for infill)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-honeycomb-pattern-not-for-infill/14784)

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**Author:** [@Ripcord](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ripcord)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2021, 2:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-honeycomb-pattern-not-for-infill/14784 "2021-09-10T14:36:31Z")

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I’m trying to make a large section of honeycomb along a rectangle and after about the 10th one the app completely bogs down and force closes the app. Anyone have this issue before? Or know a solution?

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## [I have some questions, where is the error?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-some-questions-where-is-the-error/14777)

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**Author:** [@7RT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/7RT)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2021, 7:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-some-questions-where-is-the-error/14777 "2021-09-10T07:28:52Z")

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I have some questions, where is the error? Question 1:For example, a standard square, as seen in the red line labeled position on the image, is not at a 45 degree diagonal angle after linking the diagonals? Question 2…

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## [0.25 - Section views for 2D drawings and SVG export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/0-25-section-views-for-2d-drawings-and-svg-export/14828)

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**Author:** [@Miharu\_Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Miharu_Shapr3D)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2021, 12:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/0-25-section-views-for-2d-drawings-and-svg-export/14828 "2021-09-09T12:18:21Z")

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Hi! You asked, we made sure to listen. We’re dishing up section views for 2D drawings. Download the latest app version to slice up 3D models and explore the hidden details and surfaces inside. On top of that, here’s…

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## [Problem with extrusion of sketched face - solved](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-extrusion-of-sketched-face-solved/14824)

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**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 11:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-extrusion-of-sketched-face-solved/14824 "2021-09-08T23:26:31Z")

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Hi, I have a sketched a quite complex face (text created by using splines) and want to extrude this. I get the error Extrusion failed. I think it would be nice if you included a reason for the failure. Question is wh…

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## [Drawings to Camera Roll](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawings-to-camera-roll/14727)

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**Author:** [@realdrogo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/realdrogo)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 10:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawings-to-camera-roll/14727 "2021-09-08T22:03:10Z")

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I would like to request a “save to camera roll” option for drawings. I regularly use my phone or ipad to view build drawings in lieu of printed paper. I also share drawing with other in the shop the same way. This is, o…

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## [Logarithmic Spirals/Golden Spirals](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/logarithmic-spirals-golden-spirals/14437)

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**Author:** [@sjagneaux](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sjagneaux)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 9:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/logarithmic-spirals-golden-spirals/14437 "2021-09-08T21:52:36Z")

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Does anyone know how to sketch a logarithmic/golden spiral in Shapr3D? I’ve checked the online documentation and searched the forums and cannot find anything. Thoughts? -s. Be well. Stay safe.

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## [为什么windows版 免费版本进不了软件？](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows/14739)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2021, 1:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows/14739 "2021-09-07T13:20:53Z")

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总是在登录界面循环！！！

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## [Can't login after launch via bowser](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-login-after-launch-via-bowser/14154)

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**Author:** [@Mix](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mix)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2021, 9:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-login-after-launch-via-bowser/14154 "2021-09-07T09:04:51Z")

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Can’t login after launch via bowser, when click login button jump to bowser and input imformation, it come back to program display login rolling circle, about 5~8sec later nothing happen and display the Login via bowser …

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## [Sweep question](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-question/14789)

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**Author:** [@eeek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eeek)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 8:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-question/14789 "2021-09-06T20:06:48Z")

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I know how the sweep tool works, but is there something in the works to allow you to do the sweep tool with 2 or more profiles. For example making a ring shank with a wide band on the bottom and narrow on the top. Now I …

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## [Lettres](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lettres/14780)

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**Author:** [@Martial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Martial)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 11:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lettres/14780 "2021-09-06T11:52:53Z")

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Bonjour, Serait-il possible d’un porter des lettres afin de réaliser des pochoirs, emporte pièce, étiquette, poinçon avec des polices d’écriture différentes.

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## [I have a dream](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-a-dream/14726)

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**Author:** [@StuW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/StuW)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 6:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-a-dream/14726 "2021-09-05T18:47:15Z")

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I would love to see the intuitive interface of shapr3d combined with the sculpt mode of fusion 360. The quickness to generate complex surfaces would be amazing. No loft, check shape, delete, tune profiles, loft, check, r…

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## [Problem with creation of revolving groove](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-creation-of-revolving-groove/14765)

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**Author:** [@teaxdriv](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/teaxdriv)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 8:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-creation-of-revolving-groove/14765 "2021-09-04T20:59:10Z")

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Hello, I am creating a cylindrical geometry and I would like to remove material by revolving (to create a groove). How to do so? I don’t see any option in “Revolve” command. It only adds material. Best regards Michal

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## [I’m stuck](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-m-stuck/14766)

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**Author:** [@Oldeshark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oldeshark)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 8:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-m-stuck/14766 "2021-09-04T20:24:21Z")

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Yes, it’s him again! :joy: What want to do is make the spring into a circular coil for a project, I have absolutely no idea how to do it. TIA.

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## [Solidworks wrong axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/solidworks-wrong-axis/14763)

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**Author:** [@Ludvig00](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ludvig00)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 10:45am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/solidworks-wrong-axis/14763 "2021-09-04T10:45:04Z")

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Why do I get my imported bodies from SolidWorks in the wrong axis? Same when exporting to Solid.

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## [Revolved objects are not perfect circles](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/revolved-objects-are-not-perfect-circles/14733)

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**Author:** [@BenMeehan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BenMeehan)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 9:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/revolved-objects-are-not-perfect-circles/14733 "2021-09-04T09:11:53Z")

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I’m modelling a light fitting, essentially a cylinder, and due to the profile I sketched half of the cross section, then revolved it around an axis to produce the cylindrical body. One part has a knurled texture, which …

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## [Coordinates](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/coordinates/14671)

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**Author:** [@YouvebeenSerged](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/YouvebeenSerged)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 7:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/coordinates/14671 "2021-09-03T19:53:57Z")

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Hello, I want to make drawings for machining (milling steel) and I need measurements relative to the X and Y axis. The way machinist read their digital read out: Is there a way? Thank you, Serge

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## [Having trouble translating helix](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/having-trouble-translating-helix/14746)

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**Author:** [@ShamGodZ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ShamGodZ)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 10:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/having-trouble-translating-helix/14746 "2021-09-02T22:07:24Z")

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I have created the first helix in the ”3d modeling padlock” video you guys have put up but i cant copy translate it to the other end of the long helix. I dont know what im doing wrong and apparently the video doesnt seem…

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## [How to distribute space of multiple shapes in between evenly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-distribute-space-of-multiple-shapes-in-between-evenly/8473)

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**Author:** [@Calvin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Calvin)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 8:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-distribute-space-of-multiple-shapes-in-between-evenly/8473 "2021-09-02T08:08:44Z")

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Hi, beginner here. Let’s say you have 6 rectangles, is there a function to align them to distribute the space in between evenly？

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## [OS version query](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/os-version-query/11142)

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**Author:** [@chrismower](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chrismower)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 9:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/os-version-query/11142 "2021-09-01T21:03:27Z")

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I notice that it only runs with OS versions of Catalina or newer. There are many people who have no wish to move up from Mojave as it is a stable platform. Do you intend to make it Mojave compatible at all?

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## [Copy/rotate faces only copies/rotates last group](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-rotate-faces-only-copies-rotates-last-group/14693)

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**Author:** [@swebal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/swebal)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 6:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-rotate-faces-only-copies-rotates-last-group/14693 "2021-09-01T18:21:28Z")

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This feels like a bug, but I’m not sure if I’m missing some important step. Look at the attached screen shot, I’ve created a small notch which I’m trying to copy/rotate around the center of the disk. I area select all th…

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## [Limited fillet on spline + line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/limited-fillet-on-spline-line/14702)

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**Author:** [@Krispy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Krispy)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/limited-fillet-on-spline-line/14702 "2021-09-01T07:14:01Z")

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Hi new to shapr here and depending on the amount of edges I select on the vertical section of this grip it changes how much I can fillet, but I’m confused as to why it’s so limited here, max amount shown in pic and I wou…

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## [Lettering advice](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lettering-advice/14654)

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**Author:** [@Libebulle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Libebulle)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 5:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lettering-advice/14654 "2021-08-30T17:27:58Z")

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Hello ! I’m trying to make a stamp with my name for my ceramic creations. But it’s really small. (8mm x 7mm) Any advice on how to write in a scketch ? Thank you :relaxed:

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## [Need help with joining seperate pieces](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-with-joining-seperate-pieces/14644)

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**Author:** [@Ethan0123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ethan0123)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 10:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-with-joining-seperate-pieces/14644 "2021-08-30T10:04:30Z")

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Hey all, I’m a refrigeration/air conditioning technician and I’m using this application to design sheet metal ductwork for fabrication. I’m having an issue with creating a “nose cone” for an aircon unit to meet existing…

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## [Extend freeform surfaces (NURBS)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extend-freeform-surfaces-nurbs/14681)

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**Author:** [@dhuels](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dhuels)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 9:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extend-freeform-surfaces-nurbs/14681 "2021-08-30T09:29:24Z")

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Hi there, my idea is to do Reverse Engineering with support of Shapr3D. I did a 3D scan of a part, created the standard geometries and freeform surfaces (NURBS) in specialized RE software and exported everything to Shap…

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## [Mac\_command key/ window\_?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mac-command-key-window/14639)

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**Author:** [@YDS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/YDS)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 8:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mac-command-key-window/14639 "2021-08-30T08:19:07Z")

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Hello, thank you for making an excellent app. Is there a way to replace Mac’s command key on a Windows system keyboard? I couldn’t do anything in the Keyboard & Mouse System Tutorial No. 11/Sharp View. Is it possible to…

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