# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=38

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## [More uses for Variables](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/more-uses-for-variables/37797)

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**Author:** [@GroMark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GroMark)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2025, 1:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/more-uses-for-variables/37797 "2025-05-04T13:11:49Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Creating fully variable-based Generators Variables are of great use, and make prototyping extremely easy. But, a lot of tools in Shapr3D can’t be used with variables, seemingly …

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## [Non-manifold bug?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/non-manifold-bug/20821)

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**Author:** [@mk1978](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mk1978)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2025, 12:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/non-manifold-bug/20821 "2025-05-04T12:43:41Z")

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Is the Non-manifold error actually a bug? I have made this sketch (see below) but Shapr3D doesn’t extrude it because it gives the non-manifold error. It allows to extrude only the smaller parts. As suggested in the foru…

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## [Samsung S25 passkey not recognised?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/samsung-s25-passkey-not-recognised/37791)

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**Author:** [@Rtfm00](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rtfm00)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2025, 11:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/samsung-s25-passkey-not-recognised/37791 "2025-05-03T23:17:32Z")

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I have a passkey on my Samsung S25, generated by Samsung. When I come to log in to S3D and select login using a passkey, the login screen recognises the existance of the passkey, and sends a confirmation to my phone. O…

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## [Project at an angle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-at-an-angle/37785)

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**Author:** [@olluk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/olluk)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2025, 2:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-at-an-angle/37785 "2025-05-03T14:55:57Z")

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I’m trying to project a sketch on the z-axis onto an angled shape. The sketch is the same height as the face of the shape i’m projecting onto, so i was expecting the projection to fill the face. However the projection fo…

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## [Extrusion(subtract) delete away surfaces](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-subtract-delete-away-surfaces/37782)

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**Author:** [@i-link](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/i-link)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2025, 10:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-subtract-delete-away-surfaces/37782 "2025-05-03T10:11:25Z")

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I had been using Shapr3d for a few months, but recently I faced with a problem that I had never face before. While extrude through a body with a sketch, some of the surfaces tends to get deleted off. I’m sure previously…

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## [How to add my own materials](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-my-own-materials/22300)

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**Author:** [@symon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/symon)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2025, 12:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-my-own-materials/22300 "2025-05-03T00:41:02Z")

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I think the answer is NO. but I want to add plywood material (plywood edge) to my model - its not available. How to add my own materials?

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## [Inverse shell / split body at shell / keep removed volume](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inverse-shell-split-body-at-shell-keep-removed-volume/37755)

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**Author:** [@rmeador](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rmeador)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2025, 8:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/inverse-shell-split-body-at-shell-keep-removed-volume/37755 "2025-05-02T20:56:20Z")

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TL;DR: Add an option that automatically keeps (or separates) the inner volume generated by a Shell, optionally offset by a user-defined clearance. The problem that this feature will solve: I frequently want to keep the…

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## [Features, usability etc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/features-usability-etc/37776)

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**Author:** [@DGe](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DGe)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2025, 5:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/features-usability-etc/37776 "2025-05-02T17:51:35Z")

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Admittingly, I haven’t used shapr3d extensively. … but I do have several years of professional CAD/CAM experience with different tools… I had hoped shapr3d would neatly fit into my current workflow and needs, but the de…

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## [Assembling 3 Parts from Separate Projects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembling-3-parts-from-separate-projects/37767)

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**Author:** [@gstanden](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gstanden)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2025, 6:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembling-3-parts-from-separate-projects/37767 "2025-05-02T06:55:56Z")

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Hi, I created 3 single-body parts (that will combine to a single device). I created each part in it’s own project. Now i want to bring all 3 parts into a single project and assemble them using “align” or some similar m…

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## [Making a cable](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-a-cable/37753)

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**Author:** [@red](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/red)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2025, 1:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-a-cable/37753 "2025-05-02T13:48:16Z")

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Hello, I’m by no means an expert in Shapr3D, but I can usually manage most of what I need. However, I always struggle when it comes to making cables. I tried using the Sweep tool, but it took me hours, so I gave up. I’m…

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## [Joining surfaces And bodies as one new body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/joining-surfaces-and-bodies-as-one-new-body/37719)

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**Author:** [@gklaasen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gklaasen)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 6:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/joining-surfaces-and-bodies-as-one-new-body/37719 "2025-04-29T06:41:16Z")

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Sometimes I want to bring in a group of airtight surfaces that may have one opening that I want to close. Using a body and a Boolean operation should make this quick work. Any suggestions?

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## [Manually input shape dimensions in dialogue box to generate sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/manually-input-shape-dimensions-in-dialogue-box-to-generate-sketches/37728)

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**Author:** [@GP1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GP1)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 30, 2025, 3:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/manually-input-shape-dimensions-in-dialogue-box-to-generate-sketches/37728 "2025-04-30T15:01:50Z")

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Hello, I have been using Shapr3D for just over a month, and while there are several features I would love to see implemented, this one seems like it would be relatively easy to implement and would save people time with s…

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## [Labtop 2 in 1 HP or other brands](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/labtop-2-in-1-hp-or-other-brands/37727)

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**Author:** [@Daniel1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Daniel1)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 8:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/labtop-2-in-1-hp-or-other-brands/37727 "2025-04-29T20:51:19Z")

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I have the intention of buying a 2-in-1 HP laptop or another brand with a touch screen and pencil. Are there people who draw with Shapr 3D and who are satisfied. https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Subtracting large quantity of items](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtracting-large-quantity-of-items/37724)

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**Author:** [@Ladyprintzalott](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ladyprintzalott)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 8:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtracting-large-quantity-of-items/37724 "2025-04-29T20:26:00Z")

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I’m trying to create essentially a peg board and I want to make sure there isn’t a better way. I created the grid and put the board on top and am subtracting each peg. It’s a pretty long process so I wanted to see if th…

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## [Physics and Mechanical Simulation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/physics-and-mechanical-simulation/16044)

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**Author:** [@AdenRANA](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AdenRANA)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 1:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/physics-and-mechanical-simulation/16044 "2025-04-29T13:57:38Z")

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Hello everyone, I’m new on Shapr3D, I have a question about some functionalities. Can we simulate strain or stress appli es on solid, or we can just create the geometry of a solid ?

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## [Extending a surface to a face or an edge without moving the whole body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extending-a-surface-to-a-face-or-an-edge-without-moving-the-whole-body/37718)

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**Author:** [@gklaasen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gklaasen)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 12:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extending-a-surface-to-a-face-or-an-edge-without-moving-the-whole-body/37718 "2025-04-29T12:14:40Z")

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Extending a surface to a face or an edge without moving the whole body. SpaceClaim has this feature as do many others. Maybe I’m not looking in the right place or there is a different technique I should be trying. Right…

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## [IMPORT SVG and PDF into SHAPR3D as sketch format vectors](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-svg-and-pdf-into-shapr3d-as-sketch-format-vectors/27705)

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**Author:** [@MauricioT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MauricioT)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 9:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-svg-and-pdf-into-shapr3d-as-sketch-format-vectors/27705 "2025-04-28T21:49:03Z")

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IMPORT SVG and PDF into SHAPR3D sketch format, not only as images, but as interactive vectors inside SHAPR3D The problem that this feature will solve: Now, we can only import DWG or DXF as sketches. SVG as images, not …

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## [Difficulty creating shape without ridges](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/difficulty-creating-shape-without-ridges/37702)

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**Author:** [@MahPohTofu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MahPohTofu)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 7:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/difficulty-creating-shape-without-ridges/37702 "2025-04-28T19:48:53Z")

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Hi! Been using shapr3d for a week. Currently winging it. I’m creating a pill shaped shallow bowl. I keep getting ridges on the back of the piece and not sure how to fix it. Any suggestions would be really wonderful. …

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## [Loft failing a simple curve?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-failing-a-simple-curve/37703)

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**Author:** [@Duder\_IND](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Duder_IND)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 6:36am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-failing-a-simple-curve/37703 "2025-04-28T06:36:07Z")

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You can see pretty simple, points are connected to the middle of the 3MM dots. Just trying to make a handle on something…Not sure why a circular body along a path would be invalid.

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## [Need help creating WWll Ship Terret](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-creating-wwll-ship-terret/37693)

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**Author:** [@Manny1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Manny1)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 11:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-creating-wwll-ship-terret/37693 "2025-04-28T11:04:20Z")

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Hello all. I’m creating a large-scale model ship to donate to the museum. I’m a paper designer who is getting into Shaper3D and having issues with creating the Terret for the Texas BB35 ship. https://support.shapr3d.com…

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## [Request for Auto Move Feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/request-for-auto-move-feature/37704)

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**Author:** [@ridzwannormahazan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ridzwannormahazan)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 5:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/request-for-auto-move-feature/37704 "2025-04-28T05:56:35Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: When importing large STEP files, it’s very tiring to move bodies accurately. Often, we have to move parts by very detailed numbers (like 1438.9756 mm), and right now, we can’t e…

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## [Upgrade SHAPR3D Pro from Monthly Subscription to Annual?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/upgrade-shapr3d-pro-from-monthly-subscription-to-annual/37688)

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**Author:** [@ScreenPrintsExpress](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ScreenPrintsExpress)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 4:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/upgrade-shapr3d-pro-from-monthly-subscription-to-annual/37688 "2025-04-28T04:51:08Z")

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I have had a “monthly” PRO account for over a year. Started with it monthly to see if it would work. After a year, definately want to keep it… but would prefer switching to a “annual/yearly” payment as opposed to once …

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## [Precise measurement and centering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/precise-measurement-and-centering/37697)

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**Author:** [@Occicat](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Occicat)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2025, 7:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/precise-measurement-and-centering/37697 "2025-04-27T19:43:43Z")

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Unable to find an efficient way to center objects with precision. Often times “snap” is not accurate leaving the user to fiddle to get close but not dead on. This project has a hook that is off by -0.06 and there is…

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## [Can't export my file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-export-my-file/37695)

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**Author:** [@Artelis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Artelis)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2025, 4:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-export-my-file/37695 "2025-04-27T16:59:46Z")

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I have newest shapr3d version and the “share” window does not work, it is stuck on loading animation. I have used my files as non-paid user without any problems before, restarting does not help.

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## [Creating male/female threads](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-male-female-threads/37674)

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**Author:** [@Ladyprintzalott](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ladyprintzalott)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2025, 11:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-male-female-threads/37674 "2025-04-26T23:32:56Z")

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Hi! I’m really trying to understand what the best practice on creating threads are for a lid to a jar for example. I’ve been creating a circular object on the x and z, access. Turn on front section view and create tria…

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## [How can merge Two or More Sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-merge-two-or-more-sketches/37586)

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**Author:** [@AndiFPV](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AndiFPV)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2025, 10:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-merge-two-or-more-sketches/37586 "2025-04-26T10:51:25Z")

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How can I merge two or more Sketches to One Sketch-Level ? Projection dosn’t work …

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## [SpaceMouse Keep Horizon Level](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-keep-horizon-level/37407)

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**Author:** [@Hawkeye](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hawkeye)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2025, 8:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-keep-horizon-level/37407 "2025-04-26T08:57:13Z")

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I cannot find how to enable the checkbox for keep horizon level. No matter what settings I change with 3dconnexion that box cannot be clicked. What do I need to do to get this to work?

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## [Reduce Copy Paste Duplication](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reduce-copy-paste-duplication/37649)

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**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 8:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reduce-copy-paste-duplication/37649 "2025-04-25T08:40:08Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: By now I hoped muscle memory would kick in and I would finally uncheck the Copy Button before doing the operation. But I still make unintended copies. So I have a suggestion. W…

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## [How to design this?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-design-this/37564)

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**Author:** [@Armando](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Armando)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 7:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-design-this/37564 "2025-04-24T19:54:58Z")

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Hi friends I saw this model in internet, and I am trying to replicate, but I dont how to start to design, I tried several ways, but no of them it’s fine. Could you help ?? Thanks :slight\_smile:

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## [Double Clicking & Copy function very inconsistent](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-clicking-copy-function-very-inconsistent/37642)

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**Author:** [@Naaackers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Naaackers)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 4:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-clicking-copy-function-very-inconsistent/37642 "2025-04-24T16:48:13Z")

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For the past few months or so, both double clicking to select boy and trying to copy a body have been working about 50% of the time. The double clicking seems to be timing related, either the double click is too fast or …

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