# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=234

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## [Extrusion failed when extruding a face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-failed-when-extruding-a-face/14027)

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**Author:** [@eokovacs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eokovacs)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2021, 7:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-failed-when-extruding-a-face/14027 "2021-07-24T19:36:55Z")

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Hi, I am new to shapr but I am trying to make this so that the cylinders are holes and then the rest of the body is solid however when I try to extrude the other face separately it just says extrusion failed. This is pro…

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## [Draw on a cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-on-a-cylinder/14016)

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**Author:** [@Libebulle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Libebulle)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2021, 9:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-on-a-cylinder/14016 "2021-07-24T09:46:56Z")

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Hello ! Did someone have a tutorial to draw on curved shapes ? I would like to make some textured roller. Thank you

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## [Chamfer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/chamfer/14018)

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**Author:** [@bjpasco](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bjpasco)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2021, 9:27am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/chamfer/14018 "2021-07-24T09:27:35Z")

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I want to create 60 degree chamfer, is that possible?

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## [Special chamfer use case](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/special-chamfer-use-case/14015)

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**Author:** [@spasco](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spasco)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2021, 9:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/special-chamfer-use-case/14015 "2021-07-24T09:26:07Z")

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My question is in the attached image. Thanks in advance. Stephen

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## [Fillet angle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fillet-angle/14017)

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**Author:** [@bjpasco](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bjpasco)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2021, 5:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fillet-angle/14017 "2021-07-24T05:54:31Z")

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I know can specify distance of fillet from edge. Is there a way to specify the angle of the fillet?

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## [Feature Request List](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-list/13884)

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**Author:** [@eaglekatarina](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eaglekatarina)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 9:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-list/13884 "2021-07-23T21:39:33Z")

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I absolutely love all the hard work your team has put into Shapr, and it is so useful for my company, and it pushes us forward. I do have a few feature requests while I still have them fresh in my mind. Custom Textures …

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## [Watertight design when exporting to obj?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/watertight-design-when-exporting-to-obj/13717)

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**Author:** [@frabo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/frabo)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 8:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/watertight-design-when-exporting-to-obj/13717 "2021-07-23T20:54:10Z")

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We created some objects, exported as OBJ files. as we encountered some artifacts, we loaded the files into trimesh. import trimesh mesh=trimesh.load(r"object.obj") mesh\_is\_watertight #returns false broken = trimesh.…

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## [Create a Mobius Strip](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-mobius-strip/14000)

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**Author:** [@zwartslab](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/zwartslab)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 11:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-mobius-strip/14000 "2021-07-23T11:18:24Z")

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Hi all, I’ve been fascinated with Mobius strips for a while and want to create a Mobius strip in Shapr3D for a project I’m working on. For those that don’t know how it looks, this a Mobius strip: CAD tools don’t lov…

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## [Can’t open file anymore, Only need the shapr built parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-open-file-anymore-only-need-the-shapr-built-parts/14006)

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**Author:** [@Actualitie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Actualitie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 8:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-open-file-anymore-only-need-the-shapr-built-parts/14006 "2021-07-23T08:15:07Z")

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I am working on a project with multiple people over different modelling software using 3D scans. Unfortunately even though each of these scans are only 1-3” big, they are somehow each over 100mb .stl files. Just having e…

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## [Summer sale](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/summer-sale/14008)

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**Author:** [@EricS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/EricS)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 6:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/summer-sale/14008 "2021-07-23T06:47:26Z")

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Summer sale not available paying through the app? I would like to pay through the apple store and get the sale price.

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## [Create folder in item manager](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-folder-in-item-manager/13991)

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**Author:** [@LightVet92](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LightVet92)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2021, 2:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-folder-in-item-manager/13991 "2021-07-22T14:38:44Z")

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How do I create a folder in the item manager? I took a drafting course about 30+ years ago (paper, pencils, and rulers) and am struggling to even get started. Thank you

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## [Shapr3D in a virtual machine](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-in-a-virtual-machine/13989)

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**Author:** [@ACosano](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ACosano)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2021, 7:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-in-a-virtual-machine/13989 "2021-07-22T07:40:51Z")

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Hi, Is possible to run Sharp3D on MacOS Virtual Machine.

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## [Is it possible to import a photo or drawing to and project it onto a model?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-it-possible-to-import-a-photo-or-drawing-to-and-project-it-onto-a-model/13986)

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**Author:** [@Brad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Brad)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2021, 1:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-it-possible-to-import-a-photo-or-drawing-to-and-project-it-onto-a-model/13986 "2021-07-22T01:39:46Z")

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I Have tried seemingly every function that Shaper 3D has to offer to project an imported image onto a model. The imported image (company logo) is not able to be meshed with the model at least from everything that I’ve tr…

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## [Creating a 90 degree cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-a-90-degree-cylinder/13984)

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**Author:** [@thowell2book](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/thowell2book)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 8:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-a-90-degree-cylinder/13984 "2021-07-21T20:41:45Z")

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Can someone provide some advice on how to create a simple cylinder that is rotated 90 degrees? Think of a 90 degree ell pipe fitting to visualize the shape. Please advise. Thanks

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## [Issue with size of objects when importing .stp file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issue-with-size-of-objects-when-importing-stp-file/13751)

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**Author:** [@Actualitie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Actualitie)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 7:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issue-with-size-of-objects-when-importing-stp-file/13751 "2021-07-21T19:54:45Z")

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Hi there I have always worked in AutoCAD and really enjoyed the transition to using shapr3D. I decided to figure out a way to take my .dwg files from AutoCAD and use them on shapr, since I can’t import any .dwg files wit…

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## [Measuring tool?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measuring-tool/13912)

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**Author:** [@Libebulle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Libebulle)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 6:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measuring-tool/13912 "2021-07-21T18:49:59Z")

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Hello ! It would be nice to have a measuring tool. I know we can click on lines but to know how big our creations are whit all those lines it could be so much easier.

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## [Centreline](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/centreline/13977)

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**Author:** [@Rohan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rohan)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 2:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/centreline/13977 "2021-07-21T14:48:16Z")

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Making 2d drawings with centreline is very helpful. But I want the centreline for a particular bore dimension. Below is a image for reference ,where I need the centreline horizontal with reference of the bore .

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## [Export Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-issues/13963)

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**Author:** [@WoodMan12](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WoodMan12)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 7:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-issues/13963 "2021-07-21T07:56:24Z")

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Hi all, I need some insight on how I can export my project to a GLB file. I do not see the feature available on the current version of the app. If there is no option, what do you recommend? I am trying to get my 3D mode…

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## [Weird Behavior with Tapered Chamfer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weird-behavior-with-tapered-chamfer/13964)

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**Author:** [@VmusicV](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VmusicV)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 7:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weird-behavior-with-tapered-chamfer/13964 "2021-07-21T07:46:30Z")

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So……I tried performing a tapered chamfer, as I have seen in other posts/tutorials on line. But something weird is happening. Where I am trying to taper it to zero — which it “seems” should be basically the original shape…

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## [Imported file colors vary and cannot be changed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/imported-file-colors-vary-and-cannot-be-changed/13968)

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**Author:** [@skythediver](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/skythediver)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 7:03am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/imported-file-colors-vary-and-cannot-be-changed/13968 "2021-07-21T07:03:32Z")

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Hello, I’m evaluating Shapr3D as a replacement for my current Fusion360 flow. When importing a Fusion STP export I’m seeing that the various solids are coming it as different colors for no particular reason that I can id…

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## [Import of ~300MB STP file failing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-of-300mb-stp-file-failing/13967)

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**Author:** [@skythediver](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/skythediver)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 7:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-of-300mb-stp-file-failing/13967 "2021-07-21T07:02:22Z")

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I recently purchased an iPad Pro (2021 11") and am excited to try Shap3r modeling over my current Fusion/Rhino flows. I’m working with STP files from auto manufacturers for vehicle upfitting and require their CAD files …

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## [Measure in cura](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measure-in-cura/13948)

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**Author:** [@Libebulle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Libebulle)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2021, 12:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measure-in-cura/13948 "2021-07-21T00:52:24Z")

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Hello ! When I put my stl files on cura they appear very little. Why ?

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## [Undo does not seem to work](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/undo-does-not-seem-to-work/13206)

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**Author:** [@owen\_m](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/owen_m)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/undo-does-not-seem-to-work/13206 "2021-07-19T11:50:25Z")

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Recently while trying out Shapr3D on Mac, I noticed that undo and redo just don’t seem to work at all. I used an extrusion to subtract from a body I was editing, and then realized the subtraction wasn’t how I wanted it, …

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## [Window Selection Option](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/window-selection-option/10321)

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**Author:** [@chris86](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chris86)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 9:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/window-selection-option/10321 "2021-07-19T09:40:12Z")

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Loved my first test of the macOS app today, can’t wait to see how it evolves :slight\_smile: One thing that I’m really missing, and I think this probably applies to the iPad app, is the ability to do ‘window selections’.…

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## [Multiple turning points to turn a group of parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/multiple-turning-points-to-turn-a-group-of-parts/13894)

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**Author:** [@Francisco](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Francisco)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 20, 2021, 6:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/multiple-turning-points-to-turn-a-group-of-parts/13894 "2021-07-20T06:09:29Z")

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Hello there, it is useful to move the turning point to a desired position to let parts turn in special arrangement. It is is possible for example to let all cogwheels turn at the same time in a gearbox ? Or specially in…

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## [Lost Layers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lost-layers/13897)

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**Author:** [@Hempstalk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hempstalk)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 8:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lost-layers/13897 "2021-07-19T20:51:22Z")

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I’m exporting a simple drawing with 5 parts all on seperate layers in STEP format. When I import this drawing into my CAD software (Rhino) it opens with everything on one layer and the layer structure is gone. I’ve mes…

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## [Making a model Transparent?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-a-model-transparent/13928)

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**Author:** [@Tzarza](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tzarza)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 2:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-a-model-transparent/13928 "2021-07-19T14:36:55Z")

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How do I make a model transparent so I can see the inside to verify measurements?

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## [Inductor wire](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inductor-wire/13898)

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**Author:** [@Greedycrab](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Greedycrab)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2021, 1:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inductor-wire/13898 "2021-07-18T01:44:44Z")

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How to drawing inductor wire

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## [Automotive designs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/automotive-designs/13841)

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**Author:** [@M.y](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/M.y)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2021, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/automotive-designs/13841 "2021-07-17T14:52:14Z")

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I am a beginner and I am trying to design front and rear bumpers and adding mounts to them and need help on how to do it

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## [Different Page Scales](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/different-page-scales/13888)

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**Author:** [@Raymon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Raymon)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2021, 10:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/different-page-scales/13888 "2021-07-17T10:37:06Z")

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Hello, Is there a way to change the page scales to something reasonable? It jumps from 1:100 to 1:50, 1:20, 1:10 then finally incrementally by 1. 1:15 would be great, or the ability to pick our own scale. Maybe actual …

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