# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=246

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## [Como alinear distancia entre objetos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/como-alinear-distancia-entre-objetos/12141)

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**Author:** [@Jonatan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jonatan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/como-alinear-distancia-entre-objetos/12141 "2021-04-02T07:14:18Z")

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Hola, ¿Como podría hacer para alinear varies circulos a la missa distancia entre ellos? Existe alguna funció para hacer esto? Gracias.

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## [Como añadir texto](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/como-anadir-texto/12150)

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**Author:** [@Jonatan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jonatan)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 7:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/como-anadir-texto/12150 "2021-04-02T07:13:40Z")

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Hola, Alguien sabe si se puede crear texto? Si es así como se puede hacer. O crear globos de descripción. Saludos,

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## [Привет](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/topic/12146)

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**Author:** [@Rubnikov](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rubnikov)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 8:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/topic/12146 "2021-04-01T20:15:37Z")

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Hello! what does it mean when watching VR ,вопрос.

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## [Export& scaling issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-scaling-issue/12143)

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**Author:** [@Alano](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alano)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 8:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-scaling-issue/12143 "2021-04-01T20:12:11Z")

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Hey there, So I’m exporting an .stl. In shapr the part is 48mm. Importing in my slicer app and other CAD apps the scaling is waaaaay off! It imports as .048mm. So I did a search in the forums and some recommended scalin…

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## [How to merge two Shapr files?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-merge-two-shapr-files/12142)

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**Author:** [@Alano](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alano)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 5:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-merge-two-shapr-files/12142 "2021-04-01T17:52:32Z")

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Hey there, I have two Shapr work files I’d like to combine. I tried the import button but it only takes me to Files/iCloud. I can’t see how to import another Shapr file. Thanks, Alan

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## [Sharing videos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sharing-videos/12139)

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**Author:** [@Rohan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rohan)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 5:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sharing-videos/12139 "2021-04-01T17:41:44Z")

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How can I share videos in Shapr3D forum? I am not able to share them.

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## [Pie shaped wedge in sphere](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pie-shaped-wedge-in-sphere/12138)

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**Author:** [@crchisholm](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/crchisholm)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 4:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pie-shaped-wedge-in-sphere/12138 "2021-04-01T16:18:15Z")

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I created a sphere and want to cut a pie shaped wedge through one side of the sphere such that from the side it looks like a pie with a piece missing. I do this in fusion quit easily but can’t quite get my head around …

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## [Unable to finish the tutorial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unable-to-finish-the-tutorial/11882)

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**Author:** [@fernandodiehl](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/fernandodiehl)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [March 31, 2021, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unable-to-finish-the-tutorial/11882 "2021-03-31T17:18:01Z")

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Hi guys, how are you? I’ve run the initial tutorial at Mac Os Beta version but at the step 5 the model doesn’t work. The model it’s not activate the push/pull command and I can’t proceed to the next steps or start the …

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## [Generate non-radial sphere](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/generate-non-radial-sphere/12107)

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**Author:** [@sigurd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sigurd)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 31, 2021, 2:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/generate-non-radial-sphere/12107 "2021-03-31T14:23:07Z")

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Hi, I’m new to both Shapr3D and 3D modeling in general. I’m trying to generate a body where I have three different arcs at 90° from each other and want to fill the area “between” them smoothly. I can’t for the life of m…

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## [Some equipment](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/some-equipment/12120)

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**Author:** [@Meshal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Meshal)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 31, 2021, 6:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/some-equipment/12120 "2021-03-31T06:19:31Z")

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Hi, I’m a student in KCST I’m working in the last year project and I’m using the application to design my project but I miss some equipment such as colors so can you help me with that please. best wishes, Meshal

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## [Adjusting Screw Threads](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adjusting-screw-threads/12092)

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**Author:** [@fredlef](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/fredlef)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2021, 7:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adjusting-screw-threads/12092 "2021-03-30T19:56:37Z")

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Hi - I was working on making a bolt and nut using this tutorial. When I was using Fusion 360 for similar I was able to make a slight gap between the threads on the bolt and the threads on the nut in order for smooth use…

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## [Problem with spline and CVs dissapearing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-spline-and-cvs-dissapearing/75)

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**Author:** [@CEKuhnen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CEKuhnen)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2021, 7:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-spline-and-cvs-dissapearing/75 "2021-03-30T19:52:22Z")

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it seems that the is a bug in the spline tool because it looses CVs Videos: https://goo.gl/photos/9jdrztNjxETTsdc37

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## [Freeform Surface tool gone?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/freeform-surface-tool-gone/1825)

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**Author:** [@skinimin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/skinimin)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2021, 7:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/freeform-surface-tool-gone/1825 "2021-03-30T19:47:32Z")

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Hi, I just got a new IPad Pro and installed Shapr3d. I have watched previous videos & really wanted to use the freeform surface tool but it no longer in the new release?

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## [Padlock shackle reverse engineering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/padlock-shackle-reverse-engineering/12095)

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**Author:** [@Mikael](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mikael)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 30, 2021, 1:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/padlock-shackle-reverse-engineering/12095 "2021-03-30T01:25:50Z")

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Hello, I am trying to reverse engineer Abloy PL350 padlock shackle and I run out of ideas how to make it perfect. I know the dimensions of the shackle and I can measure anything from existing one with caliper, but I don…

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## [Unit's bug](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/units-bug/12090)

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**Author:** [@Mikael](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mikael)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 29, 2021, 9:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/units-bug/12090 "2021-03-29T09:15:44Z")

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When changing units while bodies are selected the volume and area units don’t update correctly. The symbol for square meter or cubic meter will change, but the value stays the same. In order to get value updated you need…

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## [We could use some more forum categories](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/we-could-use-some-more-forum-categories/12065)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 29, 2021, 6:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/we-could-use-some-more-forum-categories/12065 "2021-03-29T06:52:57Z")

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Time for new categories? Suggestions :point\_down: :point\_right: Tutorials :point\_right: Off topic: Design, Shapr for 3d printers, architects, machinists (share what you know). We get a lot of asks for how to’s that w…

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## [How to create detailed plans from a design?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-detailed-plans-from-a-design/12062)

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**Author:** [@jimdog](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jimdog)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2021, 1:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-detailed-plans-from-a-design/12062 "2021-03-27T13:22:07Z")

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is there any way to make a detailed plan of the project design that I have made? I have made a computer table with drawers for printer and power supplys. with a pop up compartment for my I Mac . it looks ok but I need to…

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## [Log in Issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/log-in-issue/12060)

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**Author:** [@Cpat39](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cpat39)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2021, 5:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/log-in-issue/12060 "2021-03-25T17:44:25Z")

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I am having issues with the number of URL’s you have and logging in. I use 1Password what is actual login URL?

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## [HOW TO CREATE A KAYAK HULL using accurate elevations?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-kayak-hull-using-accurate-elevations/7971)

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**Author:** [@MASV](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MASV)\
**Replies:** 47\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-kayak-hull-using-accurate-elevations/7971 "2021-03-25T15:00:45Z")

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Shapr3d has a beautiful interface and has amazingly stable extrusion and Boolean operations. I have am just getting into how this system works. I understand the concept of planes and projecting elevational line work. Bu…

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## [Bug on volume calculation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-on-volume-calculation/12046)

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**Author:** [@Regis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Regis)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2021, 8:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-on-volume-calculation/12046 "2021-03-24T20:00:50Z")

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When selecting a body the volume calculation is not updating when changing the unit. For instance 3.000 mm^3, after changing the unit to cm, will be 3.000 cm^3.

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## [Copy a body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-a-body/12038)

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**Author:** [@LeeB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LeeB)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2021, 6:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-a-body/12038 "2021-03-24T18:08:49Z")

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Is it possible to copy a body from a drawing into a new drawing.

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## [Soft material templates?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/soft-material-templates/11993)

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**Author:** [@DougS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DougS)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2021, 12:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/soft-material-templates/11993 "2021-03-24T12:53:24Z")

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Hello I make props and animation sets using flexible 2D materials like foam board, plastizote or corrugated cardboard. It would be SOOO useful if I could unwrap a flat cutting pattern or template with dimensions and angl…

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## [Dimensions are not showing up](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimensions-are-not-showing-up/12016)

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**Author:** [@Ljkoenig](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ljkoenig)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2021, 12:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimensions-are-not-showing-up/12016 "2021-03-24T12:14:32Z")

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I projected my 3D Model to a 2D plane. When I select one side, I can see the dimension, but when I select another side, the first dimension disappears. I’ve watched tutorials on this and followed the steps, but when I do…

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## [Absturz alle Minute](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/absturz-alle-minute/11825)

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**Author:** [@Gerrit](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gerrit)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2021, 2:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/absturz-alle-minute/11825 "2021-03-23T14:48:20Z")

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Hallo Das Programm stürzt mittlerweile jede Minute ab.Am Anfang war ich sehr zufrieden aber jetzt nur noch fassungslos und verärgert. Habe das Tab neu gestartet mehrfachbehindert App usw. Gibt es noch eine Möglichkeit…

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## [ArchiCAD User : Using Shapr3D to model timber frame structures](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/archicad-user-using-shapr3d-to-model-timber-frame-structures/4276)

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**Author:** [@HDMW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HDMW)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2021, 10:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/archicad-user-using-shapr3d-to-model-timber-frame-structures/4276 "2021-03-23T10:04:04Z")

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Hello : 1 I write and save parametric sub-routines written in GDL for structural components (posts and beams) and doors using ArchiCAD. The GDL dialog allows for the modification of structural details and dimensions. 2…

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## [Transparency In usdz export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/transparency-in-usdz-export/12014)

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**Author:** [@Jee](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jee)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2021, 11:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/transparency-in-usdz-export/12014 "2021-03-22T23:26:57Z")

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Hi, I notice that the usdz export does not support transparency. Is it something that could be fixed? Is there a workaround? Thanks?

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## [Suggestions to approach this shape?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suggestions-to-approach-this-shape/12008)

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**Author:** [@Bibbinator](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bibbinator)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2021, 5:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suggestions-to-approach-this-shape/12008 "2021-03-22T17:29:59Z")

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Hi, I have a shape I’ve tried to make with a few approaches and so far I haven’t managed to make it. Attempting to explain… Problem: I have a round rod that I’m designing a sleeve for in Shap3r. The idea is that the sh…

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## [Von Design zu Konstruktion wechseln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/von-design-zu-konstruktion-wechseln/12010)

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**Author:** [@Jullo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jullo)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2021, 4:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/von-design-zu-konstruktion-wechseln/12010 "2021-03-22T16:57:41Z")

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Hallo zusammen, Ich hab beim installieren direkt mal mit allen Funktionen spielen wollen und habe jetzt leider bei mir die Design Variante der App ausgewählt. Kann ich noch zu der Konstruktions Variante wechseln? Gibt e…

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## [Memory leak](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/memory-leak/12004)

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**Author:** [@mikaelbartlett](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mikaelbartlett)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2021, 11:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/memory-leak/12004 "2021-03-22T11:34:08Z")

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Hi I’ve been testing the beta macOS app for a week. The app has been open in the background and today I got a warning that the system has run out of application memory. Shapr3D has a lot of memory allocated as can be s…

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## [Still some issues since 3.60](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/still-some-issues-since-3-60/11768)

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**Author:** [@Nico](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nico)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2021, 10:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/still-some-issues-since-3-60/11768 "2021-03-22T10:20:24Z")

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Alright I’m kind of loosing it here. I was waiting for the 4.0.0.957 to take care of the problems I have and it doesn’t. Shapr worked good until the 3.60 when I started having this issue. I’m on mac mini big…

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