# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=318

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## [Drawing a sphere](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-a-sphere/317)

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**Author:** [@Devilsgrin87](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Devilsgrin87)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 31, 2016, 3:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-a-sphere/317 "2016-07-31T15:42:49Z")

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Hi guys Did you all tried drawing a sphere .......... Any advise or tutorial on drawing this ? Thanks in advance

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## [Just saw your advert](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/just-saw-your-advert/297)

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**Author:** [@Badgersnadgers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Badgersnadgers)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2016, 11:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/just-saw-your-advert/297 "2016-07-28T23:05:29Z")

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....and would like to know on which evidence you based your assertion that an iPad pro is more powerful than 85% of PCs?

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## [Rim and wheel Sketching](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rim-and-wheel-sketching/313)

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**Author:** [@Nick-1493](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nick-1493)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2016, 9:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rim-and-wheel-sketching/313 "2016-07-28T21:54:50Z")

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I was just wondering would shapr be a good way to model custom wheels on the go or while I'm out the office. I use solid works normally.

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## [Is the Shapr3d Subscription only available in USA?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-the-shapr3d-subscription-only-available-in-usa/219)

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**Author:** [@yawtony](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/yawtony)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2016, 11:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-the-shapr3d-subscription-only-available-in-usa/219 "2016-07-22T11:37:55Z")

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I was wondering if the Pro version of Shapr3D is only available in America or its available worldwide?

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## [STL export has spooky geometry issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-has-spooky-geometry-issue/249)

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**Author:** [@jeigrei](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jeigrei)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2016, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-has-spooky-geometry-issue/249 "2016-06-21T14:52:09Z")

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I don't want this post to come off as too sour, so let me first say that shapr3d is amazing and I love it. Thanks to everybody working on it, for sure. I'm currently using shapr for some prototyping. I've designed the …

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## [Problem with transform](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-transform/240)

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**Author:** [@xbox1965](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/xbox1965)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 11:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-transform/240 "2016-06-16T23:48:24Z")

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One of the best ever 3D design , I have problem with transform the shape I can't move or rotate when selected the shape !!

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## [Rotating about Z Axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rotating-about-z-axis/233)

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**Author:** [@johnrci3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/johnrci3)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 14, 2016, 1:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rotating-about-z-axis/233 "2016-06-14T13:01:16Z")

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When I draw a table leg in front view, then I try to change view with my finger, it rotates around the x,y plane instead of z plane. I assume that when drawing in front view the z plane is vertical and x,y are horizontal…

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## [Main Focus of Shapr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/main-focus-of-shapr/40)

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**Author:** [@Shawnkirsch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shawnkirsch)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2016, 2:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/main-focus-of-shapr/40 "2016-05-28T02:35:02Z")

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What is the intended audience for this tool?

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## [Problem separating object drawn on a face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-separating-object-drawn-on-a-face/160)

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**Author:** [@Omar5687](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Omar5687)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2016, 1:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-separating-object-drawn-on-a-face/160 "2016-05-16T13:30:30Z")

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\[image\] How do I keep these separate? I drew a rectangle with connected points but when I pull the face it merges with the object I drew on.

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## [Compatibility with other professional modelling software](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/compatibility-with-other-professional-modelling-software/172)

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**Author:** [@steve.bachmayer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/steve.bachmayer)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2016, 7:27am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/compatibility-with-other-professional-modelling-software/172 "2016-05-08T07:27:37Z")

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Hi, up until now I have been modelling with either Solidworks or Maya and like the look of Shapr3D, however some projects working with other people demand that I use these other programs so that we can share and develop …

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## [Job offer, work for Shapr3D freelance pro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/job-offer-work-for-shapr3d-freelance-pro/165)

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**Author:** [@Artfact](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Artfact)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2016, 6:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/job-offer-work-for-shapr3d-freelance-pro/165 "2016-05-04T18:04:43Z")

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Hello members, I write on behalf of french artist Defrancesco, who needs help to create the most amazing monumental artworks. He's looking for a pro to follow his new ideas and even to help him open new boundaries. Also …

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## [Locking constraints/dimensions?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/locking-constraints-dimensions/153)

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**Author:** [@aaron22](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/aaron22)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2016, 2:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/locking-constraints-dimensions/153 "2016-04-27T02:52:35Z")

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Very cool app, I'm really enjoying it so far. However, is there a way to lock down a dimension after entering it? For example, if I set a 90 deg angle and then try to set the length of the line in the sketch, the angle…

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## [REALLY, IHAVE A PROBLEM: I can not start drawing one please help me](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/really-ihave-a-problem-i-can-not-start-drawing-one-please-help-me/117)

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**Author:** [@ramalcas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ramalcas)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2016, 5:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/really-ihave-a-problem-i-can-not-start-drawing-one-please-help-me/117 "2016-04-26T05:12:57Z")

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REALLY, IHAVE A PROBLEM: I can not start drawing one please help me

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## [Integrated Bug Capturing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/integrated-bug-capturing/107)

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**Author:** [@Shawnkirsch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shawnkirsch)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 3:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/integrated-bug-capturing/107 "2016-04-10T03:46:33Z")

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One thing that I think would make SHAPR really amazing would be to integrate some kind of easy to file bug system. While this is nice, you could really source a lot of community support if you allowed: -logs -movie an…

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## [What do you find unique and what do you love about Shapr3D?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-do-you-find-unique-and-what-do-you-love-about-shapr3d/135)

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**Author:** [@OCD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/OCD)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 8:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-do-you-find-unique-and-what-do-you-love-about-shapr3d/135 "2016-04-08T20:32:22Z")

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I thought that listing what we all like most about Shapr3D might help shape Shapr3D and hopefully keep what we love most about it from disappearing. I also thought it might help draw out a few helpful ways others are mak…

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## [How does the freeform surface tool work?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-does-the-freeform-surface-tool-work/113)

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**Author:** [@abakker](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/abakker)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 2:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-does-the-freeform-surface-tool-work/113 "2016-04-08T02:47:40Z")

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I keep trying to use the freeform surface tool, but for me it does nothing. If I create a cube, select one surface, it tells me to start sketching curves, but nothing happens. no matter what I do, click, pan, move etc, t…

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## [Assembly & Drafting possible?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-drafting-possible/112)

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**Author:** [@Lohez](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lohez)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2016, 8:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-drafting-possible/112 "2016-04-06T08:54:07Z")

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Hello Shapr3D team, I've seen a video of Shapr3D. Very surprising ! I'm a hard user of SolidEdge and Catia but also a big user of iOS/OS X. I do not have an iPad Pro to test your app : Is it possible to make an assemb…

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## [Congrats! The app is out, the new website is great](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/congrats-the-app-is-out-the-new-website-is-great/90)

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**Author:** [@Tom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tom)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/congrats-the-app-is-out-the-new-website-is-great/90 "2016-03-22T07:14:49Z")

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Guys you did an amazing job! The app is out, the new website is online, the app is featured on the Apple website about the new iPad Pro 9.7" This is huge and I love it. :champagne: :tada:

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## [General discussion](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/general-discussion/16)

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**Author:** [@Attila](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Attila)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2016, 12:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/general-discussion/16 "2016-03-18T12:48:34Z")

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If you'd just like to say hello to the other guys using the app.

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## [Trimming and joining curves](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trimming-and-joining-curves/81)

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**Author:** [@Istvan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Istvan)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 12:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trimming-and-joining-curves/81 "2016-03-07T12:55:53Z")

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Here is a proposal for the trimming and joining of curves, let us know what you think. @CEKuhnen? No auto trimming, ever Press and release the pencil on a curve to split it Press and hold for 1 sec the pencil at the …

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## [Thoughts about about dimension and join/auto trim system](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/thoughts-about-about-dimension-and-join-auto-trim-system/80)

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**Author:** [@CEKuhnen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CEKuhnen)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2016, 6:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/thoughts-about-about-dimension-and-join-auto-trim-system/80 "2016-03-06T18:52:14Z")

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I am quite fond of the fact that I have not to add constraints but can adjust length and angle in a sketch. This is quite convenient for better drafting. drawing a line 1.5 mm and then 90 degree from an edge can help m…

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## [First impression of the workflow and apps](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/first-impression-of-the-workflow-and-apps/79)

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**Author:** [@CEKuhnen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CEKuhnen)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 5:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/first-impression-of-the-workflow-and-apps/79 "2016-03-05T17:53:43Z")

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I really like this app. The workflow is very fluid and rather 3D sketch like than cad engineering. I am very exited to see where this will go to. The Autodesk iOS apps are a let down. This app is amazing. Specific…

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## [STEP issue import MOI](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/step-issue-import-moi/78)

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**Author:** [@CEKuhnen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CEKuhnen)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 5:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/step-issue-import-moi/78 "2016-03-05T17:52:36Z")

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not sure if it is MOI's issue but the step import has filled faces with the follow area while in ALIAS it is as it should be.\[image\]\[image\]

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## [Problem with shelling when surface would self intersect I think](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-shelling-when-surface-would-self-intersect-i-think/77)

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**Author:** [@CEKuhnen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CEKuhnen)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 5:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-shelling-when-surface-would-self-intersect-i-think/77 "2016-03-05T17:48:49Z")

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1 mm works 1.5 mm does not work. The issue seems for me to be self intersecting surfaces killing the shelling. Does the shelling command trim itself? \[image\] Also in MOI 1.5 dies while 1mm works. Fusion360 just charm…

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## [Offset = grow?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-grow/76)

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**Author:** [@CEKuhnen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CEKuhnen)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 3:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-grow/76 "2016-03-05T15:31:41Z")

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Does the app have the ability to offset to the outside so you grow you part? I can only figure out how to offset inwards shrinking the line / curve

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## [Ortho views](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ortho-views/71)

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**Author:** [@polyoptics](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/polyoptics)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 26, 2016, 8:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ortho-views/71 "2016-02-26T20:39:15Z")

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Hi all, I really like the inclusion of ortho views, or course. :slight\_smile: I am not sure if its just my workflow, but here are some issues I have with them: 1) Double tap a face -- If I specifically want a top/bot…

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## [Graphical artefacts when copying a shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/graphical-artefacts-when-copying-a-shape/61)

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**Author:** [@Tom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tom)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2016, 7:05am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/graphical-artefacts-when-copying-a-shape/61 "2016-02-12T07:05:58Z")

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Having the copy and past feature is really a huge plus. This makes a lot of things a lot easier. So I gave it a try right away and it is working, but I have some graphical artefacts - see Screenshot. \[image\]

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## [Navigational Arrows aren't smooth](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/navigational-arrows-arent-smooth/62)

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**Author:** [@Shawnkirsch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shawnkirsch)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2016, 6:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/navigational-arrows-arent-smooth/62 "2016-02-12T06:33:04Z")

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Just downloaded new version, oddly the nav arrows in top left aren't nearby as smooth anymore. They do a lot of popping and jitteriness while I'm rotating around the objects. \[image\]

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## [Chamfer tool causing crash](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/chamfer-tool-causing-crash/53)

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**Author:** [@awoodhead](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/awoodhead)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2016, 10:24am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/chamfer-tool-causing-crash/53 "2016-02-05T10:24:32Z")

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Just noticing an issue with the chamfer tool causing app to crash. See pic below. Have successfully chamfered most of the edges. When I attempt to chamfer the remaining edges, the app crashes. Can't work out whether …

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## [Offset tool crashes app](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-tool-crashes-app/51)

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**Author:** [@awoodhead](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/awoodhead)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2016, 10:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-tool-crashes-app/51 "2016-02-05T10:23:39Z")

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Not sure if it is just me, but have had a couple of occasions when the offset tool has crashed the app (having said that app crashes are not a major problem - when I re launch app I don't seem to have lost anything - unl…

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