# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=241

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## [Settings keyboard shortcuts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/settings-keyboard-shortcuts/11333)

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**Author:** [@droussel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/droussel)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2021, 1:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/settings-keyboard-shortcuts/11333 "2021-05-18T01:35:59Z")

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Hi, Would it be possible to link the cmd-, shortcut to the settings page? This is one of the standard cocoa shortcut in macOS :slight\_smile:

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## [Clean up after UNiON process](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/clean-up-after-union-process/561)

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**Author:** [@alexleao](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alexleao)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 6:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/clean-up-after-union-process/561 "2021-05-17T18:12:46Z")

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Hello, How can I clean up the model after a union process? Look the following image. There are no separated pieces in this model. I did a union of all pieces, but there are those junk lines in the intersections. How ca…

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## [NURBS support for Iges](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nurbs-support-for-iges/12831)

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**Author:** [@SteveLynch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SteveLynch)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 4:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nurbs-support-for-iges/12831 "2021-05-17T16:35:19Z")

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Hey Guys! I’m part of a huge Fiber laser owner’s group, and many of us use a Laser tube cutter. Shapr 3d is by far the easiest way to design tube geometries, however, the software for laser cutters requires files to be e…

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## [zoom to selected](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/zoom-to-selected/12843)

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**Author:** [@sphaera](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sphaera)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 4:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/zoom-to-selected/12843 "2021-05-17T16:22:23Z")

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I am considering Shapr3D, testing the free version. There are some features that I am missing; are they not there or am I just not seeing them? The option to set custom keyboard shortcuts? The option to change mouse s…

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## [Scaling along axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scaling-along-axis/12824)

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**Author:** [@Dcostigan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dcostigan)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 4:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scaling-along-axis/12824 "2021-05-17T16:19:20Z")

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Is there a way to scale just along an axis?

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## [Do any apple pencil clones work yet?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/do-any-apple-pencil-clones-work-yet/12832)

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**Author:** [@SteveLynch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SteveLynch)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 2:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/do-any-apple-pencil-clones-work-yet/12832 "2021-05-17T14:48:29Z")

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I’m terribly tired of apple pencils getting lost, stolen, or becoming inoperative. I’ve been through 4 so far, and truthfully, that’s equal to the price of My 12.9" gen 3 ipad pro. I’m at a crossroad once again, as som…

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## [A couple of newbie-Qs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-couple-of-newbie-qs/12834)

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**Author:** [@Zumen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zumen)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 1:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-couple-of-newbie-qs/12834 "2021-05-17T13:49:35Z")

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Hello, I’m planning to make a DXF-file that is meant to be used for a waterjet machine to cut a PE-sheet into parts. With these parts I’m planning to make a water tank for a hydroponic systems to grow some herbs. In the…

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## [Expand line direction](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/expand-line-direction/12830)

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**Author:** [@fredlef](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/fredlef)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 12:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/expand-line-direction/12830 "2021-05-17T12:34:58Z")

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I have two adjacent rectangles and I want to increase the width of both from .147 to .152. I want the rectangle on the right to expand to the right and the one on the left to expand to the left so that the width between…

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## [Control points not working](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/control-points-not-working/8864)

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**Author:** [@Hannibalprojects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hannibalprojects)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2021, 6:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/control-points-not-working/8864 "2021-05-16T18:09:07Z")

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Creating multiple control points by pressing down on pen will not work it does one then nothing. I’m a beginner sure it did it in tutorial then now it will not work

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## [Parallel shift in bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parallel-shift-in-bodies/12816)

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**Author:** [@Hendrik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hendrik)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2021, 3:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parallel-shift-in-bodies/12816 "2021-05-16T15:56:19Z")

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I am a beginner with Shapr3D and ask for support. I have designed a body, which also corresponds in dimensions and structures to what I need. Unfortunately, I can not open up in self-study, how I can now easily tilt thi…

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## [Materials](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/materials/12814)

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**Author:** [@UCS308](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/UCS308)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2021, 3:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/materials/12814 "2021-05-16T15:40:57Z")

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I see materials are not in-plan right now. Are people really using Jig to add materials to their Shapr Models? Are there other tools, solutions? Hard to justify 450 a year plus the 499 for Shapr, since I use these tool…

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## [Change rotate/move tool for mesh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/change-rotate-move-tool-for-mesh/12807)

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**Author:** [@Turbogeek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Turbogeek)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2021, 3:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/change-rotate-move-tool-for-mesh/12807 "2021-05-16T03:23:55Z")

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I have meshes imported, but need to mirror and combine. Problem is, the rotation axis is at a weird angle and impossible to align the mirrored mesh. Any way to reset the move/rotate tool?

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## [A hose clamp like feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-hose-clamp-like-feature/12799)

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**Author:** [@cgriffin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cgriffin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 8:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-hose-clamp-like-feature/12799 "2021-05-15T20:57:09Z")

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I’m trying create something that will hold a dial indicator. The image shows as far as I’ve got. I’m at the point where I need to cut out the space between the parts where the nut and screw would be.

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## [Step Files - Align Tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/step-files-align-tool/12798)

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**Author:** [@UCS308](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/UCS308)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 2:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/step-files-align-tool/12798 "2021-05-15T02:06:30Z")

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I have downloaded and included in a design a step file from Sugatsune, It is a drawer slide that contains 3 bodies. I would at times like treat those three bodies as 1 for example when using the align tool. According to…

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## [Screen Grab iPad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/screen-grab-ipad/12797)

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**Author:** [@UCS308](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/UCS308)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 11:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/screen-grab-ipad/12797 "2021-05-14T23:46:14Z")

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I can do a screen shot in every app on my iPad except Shapr3D. Is this a bug?

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## [Conceptual Issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/conceptual-issue/12794)

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**Author:** [@UCS308](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/UCS308)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 10:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/conceptual-issue/12794 "2021-05-14T22:38:35Z")

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I am new to Shapr… and I am trying to do something simple, to start with. I have looked at a lot of tutorials but am not finding what I am trying to do. Basically I am drawing a table leg that tapers 60mm from the top o…

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## [Import text from AI](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-text-from-ai/12389)

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**Author:** [@Curiosity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Curiosity)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 2:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-text-from-ai/12389 "2021-05-14T14:35:50Z")

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Hello, I wrote my text on illustrator then import in dxf format however some letter does not extrude. It’s different according to the font. With font : Eds Market Bold Script, the e doesn’t work, and with Daily Grind, …

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## [All design file thumbnails became grey and files could not be opened](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/all-design-file-thumbnails-became-grey-and-files-could-not-be-opened/12787)

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**Author:** [@wanghailei](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wanghailei)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 1:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/all-design-file-thumbnails-became-grey-and-files-could-not-be-opened/12787 "2021-05-14T13:38:27Z")

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Mac, Version 4.4.0 (1249)

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## [Where are files stored in iOS?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/where-are-files-stored-in-ios/3807)

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**Author:** [@cameron913](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cameron913)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 7:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/where-are-files-stored-in-ios/3807 "2021-05-13T19:35:19Z")

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Some context: I back up everything, especially work files. When I use iOS to create files, normally they are connected to iCloud. So the files get backed up to the iCloud, and in turn are backed up to my iMac, where prev…

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## [Why can’t I extrude this shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-can-t-i-extrude-this-shape/12773)

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**Author:** [@fredlef](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/fredlef)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 10:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-can-t-i-extrude-this-shape/12773 "2021-05-13T10:20:24Z")

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I’ve never seen this before. Hopefully someone can point out what’s wrong. Thanks Fred ThrdHldrv4.0 Copy.shapr (918.1 KB)

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## [Export to Rhinoceros 3d, 3dm format](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-to-rhinoceros-3d-3dm-format/12772)

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**Author:** [@Havarc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Havarc)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 9:03am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-to-rhinoceros-3d-3dm-format/12772 "2021-05-13T09:03:00Z")

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Hi, is it possible to export from Shapr3D to Rhino in 3dm? Will it be possible if it isn’t possible at the moment? I have not used Shapr3D yet but i would prefer to export in nurbs but pheraps thats not possible? Kin…

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## [Cant unite objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-unite-objects/12697)

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**Author:** [@Macek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Macek)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 6:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-unite-objects/12697 "2021-05-13T06:01:49Z")

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Please help me. I dont know how to unite these objects.

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## [Third Angle Projection](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/third-angle-projection/12765)

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**Author:** [@Chris.Brehaut](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chris.Brehaut)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 12:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/third-angle-projection/12765 "2021-05-13T00:34:50Z")

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Hi there, It’s fantastic that the iPad version now offers technical drawings, however there is no setting that allows them to be represented in third angle projection; meaning that this function is not useful to me or m…

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## [Rewards](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rewards/12763)

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**Author:** [@Ting](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ting)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 11:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rewards/12763 "2021-05-12T23:34:46Z")

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I think companies, Shapr3D included, should start rewarding people who pour time and effort into beta tests and surveys. What I see a lot of in here and in other forums are people dedicated to their craft and willing to…

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## [Is is possible to move one design board on to another board?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-is-possible-to-move-one-design-board-on-to-another-board/12719)

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**Author:** [@Jovss](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jovss)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 5:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-is-possible-to-move-one-design-board-on-to-another-board/12719 "2021-05-12T17:07:12Z")

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Hi, I have a building design on one board and I have a separate city design on another board, Is there an easy way to drop my building on the city on the iPad?

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## [Random observations from a day of using the macOS beta](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/random-observations-from-a-day-of-using-the-macos-beta/11476)

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**Author:** [@drewc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/drewc)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 5:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/random-observations-from-a-day-of-using-the-macos-beta/11476 "2021-05-12T17:02:41Z")

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There is probably a mix of feature requests, bugs, and user error in here but just wanted to share my notes from the beta so far. I can keep adding to the list as I notice things if it’s helpful. Using the scroll whee…

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## [All design previews are black](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/all-design-previews-are-black/12745)

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**Author:** [@incanus](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/incanus)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 1:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/all-design-previews-are-black/12745 "2021-05-12T13:43:45Z")

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Since I started using Shapr3D for Mac a few weeks back, all of my design previews are solid black rectangles. Since I tend to use my Mac for scratch work and my iPad for main Shapr3D use, the Mac designs don’t have names…

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## [Editing 3d model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/editing-3d-model/12748)

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**Author:** [@wen274](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wen274)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 1:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/editing-3d-model/12748 "2021-05-12T13:13:49Z")

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new to shapr3d, ive designed a bracket in 3d and need to make adjustments to the location of the holes how do i move it around and connect it all together. thanks

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## [Surface textures in drawings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/surface-textures-in-drawings/12752)

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**Author:** [@Luc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Luc)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 11:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/surface-textures-in-drawings/12752 "2021-05-12T11:41:23Z")

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Will there be an option to show surface textures in drawings ? We have to add those informations in our class (like those in the Picture). At the moment we have to add them later with an other Programm but that’s very ti…

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## [Radius tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/radius-tool/12743)

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**Author:** [@Bob](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bob)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 1:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/radius-tool/12743 "2021-05-12T01:57:03Z")

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Hi, New here and wondered, is there a radius tool to simply add a radius to corners? Thanks

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