# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=60

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## [Center Object (right mouse menu)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/center-object-right-mouse-menu/35472)

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**Author:** [@Messages4alex](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Messages4alex)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 9:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/center-object-right-mouse-menu/35472 "2024-12-05T21:23:58Z")

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I tend to need to recenter a new body copy if I want to change it symetrically. Id like to see (possibly) a right mouse contextual menu item pop up in the items menu when selecting an object that allows a quick “center …

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## [Issue with Accessing Beta Version via TestFlight](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issue-with-accessing-beta-version-via-testflight/35469)

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**Author:** [@Marsatik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Marsatik)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 6:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issue-with-accessing-beta-version-via-testflight/35469 "2024-12-05T18:34:22Z")

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Hello, I attempted to install the Beta/Gamma version of Shapr3D via the provided TestFlight link, but I encountered the following error: “Beta Not Found. There is a problem with the public link URL.” Could you please c…

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## [Can't shell a lofted object](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-shell-a-lofted-object/35426)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 4:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-shell-a-lofted-object/35426 "2024-12-05T16:30:54Z")

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Something I’ve done before but just won’t do it now! Here’s an example. Creating a cylinder and shelling that is as expected, but loft the 2 circles (different diameters) and clicking on the top face to shell says ‘inva…

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## [Home 3D Model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/home-3d-model/35467)

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**Author:** [@magdi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/magdi)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 12:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/home-3d-model/35467 "2024-12-05T12:27:25Z")

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I have been working on my Home 3D model and it is going great so far. my issue currently is not able to add any light sources \[ex. lamps\]. Is there is to a way achieve for that ? \< last post I found was 2 years ago, I …

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## [Aligning objects on a centre line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-objects-on-a-centre-line/35461)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 9:16am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-objects-on-a-centre-line/35461 "2024-12-05T09:16:32Z")

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I have many objects to align accurately about their centres, but I cannot find a tool to do this. Aligning faces/edges is straightforward but centres? Here’s an example with 4 objects I want to align on the horizontal r…

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## [Multidevice not working, monthly pro subscription](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/multidevice-not-working-monthly-pro-subscription/35454)

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**Author:** [@brissonalice](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/brissonalice)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 8:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/multidevice-not-working-monthly-pro-subscription/35454 "2024-12-05T08:28:36Z")

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Hello, I installed Shapr3d on my IPAD with a subscription purchased via my APPLE ID. I want to work simultaneously on my IPAD and my WINDOW 10 computer, when I download SHAPR3D (via Microsoft store or your website) and c…

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## [Rifling or helical vanes on non-straight funnel?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rifling-or-helical-vanes-on-non-straight-funnel/35462)

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**Author:** [@B3nn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/B3nn)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 12:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rifling-or-helical-vanes-on-non-straight-funnel/35462 "2024-12-05T00:11:09Z")

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I’m trying to figure out the best approach to create rifling inside a funnel. If I make a rifling feature and rotate the base around the funnel axis, the path doesn’t maintain the contact to the funnel surface. Any sug…

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## [Adding parts to 2d drawings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-parts-to-2d-drawings/35447)

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**Author:** [@Nick1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nick1)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 9:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-parts-to-2d-drawings/35447 "2024-12-04T21:54:22Z")

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When adding parts to a model why is the 2d drawing not updating & showing the new parts? I have to start over after adding parts to a drawing. This is very time consuming. It’s this issue that stops me using shapr3d as m…

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## [Cutting up large imported stl?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cutting-up-large-imported-stl/35430)

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**Author:** [@itguy1024](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/itguy1024)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 3:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cutting-up-large-imported-stl/35430 "2024-12-04T15:32:49Z")

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Hey folks. I imported a stl and scaled it up to 550mm x 3mm. I need to cut this up into 9 smaller pieces. I can’t really find a great way to do it. The best I can come up with is to put a bunch of rectangle shapes down a…

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## [Big Size "TempState" Folder Files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/big-size-tempstate-folder-files/33320)

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**Author:** [@KJen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/KJen)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 5:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/big-size-tempstate-folder-files/33320 "2024-12-04T05:26:32Z")

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Dear Sharp3D team and fellow users, I hope you guys having a nice day. I want to ask what is the purpose of TempState files on: \\AppData\\Local\\Packages\\Shapr3D.Shapr3D\_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Are this a temporary files that…

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## [Imaginary Constraints](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/imaginary-constraints/35404)

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**Author:** [@Cyre\_Sim](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cyre_Sim)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 4:16am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/imaginary-constraints/35404 "2024-12-04T04:16:13Z")

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Hey All! I am self taught and use this software for personal and school projects; I’m not a professional drafter nor do I have experience with other software to build on/reference. I say that for context: I don’t use c…

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## [Can someone pls help me to make a vole grid!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-someone-pls-help-me-to-make-a-vole-grid/35440)

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**Author:** [@Dav](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dav)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 4:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-someone-pls-help-me-to-make-a-vole-grid/35440 "2024-12-04T04:50:18Z")

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Hallo guys i just started 2 days ago with shapr3d, i dont have any experience in programs like this, but im already loving it ! So here is my question as you see in the pic im currently designing a raised garden bed, so…

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## [USDZ export of subassemblies compatible with Reality Composer Pro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/usdz-export-of-subassemblies-compatible-with-reality-composer-pro/35445)

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**Author:** [@altr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/altr)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 2:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/usdz-export-of-subassemblies-compatible-with-reality-composer-pro/35445 "2024-12-04T02:52:10Z")

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Shapr3D is integral to my VisionOS development work flow. Subassemblies are organized in top level folders in shapr3d. I export 1st level folders (subassemblies) into separate files and import them into Reality Composer …

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## [Ignore sketches when selection of face/line is expected](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ignore-sketches-when-selection-of-face-line-is-expected/35433)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 11:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ignore-sketches-when-selection-of-face-line-is-expected/35433 "2024-12-03T23:33:39Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: When the system prompts the user to select a face/line/axis etc, sketches should be ignored. This would avoid the problem as illustrated here, where the sketch is selected rath…

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## [Sketch Midpoint Line and Point](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketch-midpoint-line-and-point/35436)

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**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 4:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketch-midpoint-line-and-point/35436 "2024-12-03T16:06:48Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Create a line by starting from the center out. Add a point. These are basic Sketch tool that can help speed up your drawing workflow Brief description of the outcomes that yo…

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## [Textures](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/textures/35429)

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**Author:** [@Dicomo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dicomo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 12:30am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/textures/35429 "2024-12-03T00:30:41Z")

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1-Do you have a suggestion box? 2- A texture that simulate 3D printing filament would be awesome Such a great product thank you!

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## [Adding and extruding text is painful](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-and-extruding-text-is-painful/35377)

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**Author:** [@SuperCode111](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SuperCode111)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-and-extruding-text-is-painful/35377 "2024-12-02T21:01:16Z")

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At the moment, when you add text, it just becomes a sketch. This means when you want to extrude text, you have to individually select each letter. This is very annoying because when extruding many objects, if I misclick,…

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## [TITLE NAMING (in a current project)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/title-naming-in-a-current-project/35419)

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**Author:** [@Messages4alex](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Messages4alex)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 8:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/title-naming-in-a-current-project/35419 "2024-12-02T20:12:31Z")

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For the love mod mike, when are we going to be able to name the “untitled project” at the top left of the new project next to the HOME/CLOUD icons? (on MacOS) I hate that I have to close the project AND THEN name it in …

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## [Cutting a groove along a path](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cutting-a-groove-along-a-path/35425)

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**Author:** [@Brekelefuw](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Brekelefuw)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 7:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cutting-a-groove-along-a-path/35425 "2024-12-02T19:21:54Z")

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I am trying to draw a block with a radiused groove around the outside. I am coming from Fusion360. In that, I would draw the path of the groove, draw/extrude a block around it and then sweep the path to cut the shape ou…

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## [History Panel on the Left as a second tab](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-panel-on-the-left-as-a-second-tab/35414)

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**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 3:42am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-panel-on-the-left-as-a-second-tab/35414 "2024-12-02T03:42:53Z")

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History Panel on the Left as a second tab The problem that this feature will solve: Increase screen real estate and make UI more consistent. Since Items are in list view and history is also a list view it makes sense t…

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## [Decreasing inward rotation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/decreasing-inward-rotation/35416)

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**Author:** [@B3nn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/B3nn)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 3:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/decreasing-inward-rotation/35416 "2024-12-02T03:32:28Z")

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So I’m trying to figure out the best way/s to make an inward rotation. Imagine what a wireless charging coil looks like. Is there a better way then sketching the loop, using offset for each rotation and then find a way …

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## [Major updates 2024](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/major-updates-2024/35263)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 6:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/major-updates-2024/35263 "2024-12-01T18:55:35Z")

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Does the Shapr3d team foresee any MAJOR updates to the software before the end of the year and if so could you give us a idea what it would include. Trying to convince myself the reason to keep my Shapr3d subscription. P…

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## [Company usage with different plans](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/company-usage-with-different-plans/35391)

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**Author:** [@Jake.p](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jake.p)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 6:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/company-usage-with-different-plans/35391 "2024-12-01T18:53:47Z")

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Hello, I have been using Shapr3D over the last few weeks because the company I work for is keen to start creating CI projects. Now, they are looking into getting a desktop workstation and software, but we don’t know exa…

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## [How to Explode and Flatten a Model into Individual Components for CNC Use in Shapr3D?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-explode-and-flatten-a-model-into-individual-components-for-cnc-use-in-shapr3d/35409)

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**Author:** [@Krystian\_pikbox](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Krystian_pikbox)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 4:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-explode-and-flatten-a-model-into-individual-components-for-cnc-use-in-shapr3d/35409 "2024-12-01T16:46:42Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Currently, in Shapr3D, it’s unclear if there is a way to separate a model composed of multiple components into individual parts and then lay them out flat on a single plane. Thi…

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## [Stuck on first tutorial - help with tangents](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stuck-on-first-tutorial-help-with-tangents/35386)

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**Author:** [@poolboy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/poolboy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2024, 8:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stuck-on-first-tutorial-help-with-tangents/35386 "2024-11-30T20:46:20Z")

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Hello! I’ve just started out with Shapr and fallen at the very first hurdle/tutorial (this one) In the tutorial, at 1:37, the teacher adds lines to connect the circles, then makes the line tangent on both ends. When he…

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## [Sign in to confirm you’re not a bot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sign-in-to-confirm-you-re-not-a-bot/35403)

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**Author:** [@Cynd3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cynd3d)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 1:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sign-in-to-confirm-you-re-not-a-bot/35403 "2024-12-01T01:44:27Z")

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I’m having a frustrating time trying to view the beginner tutorials. Specifically the one on loft and construction lines. The video won’t play as it is prompting me to sign in to prove I’m not a bot, even though I am s…

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## [Sketching issues in general](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-issues-in-general/30193)

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**Author:** [@Treefrog](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Treefrog)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 9:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-issues-in-general/30193 "2024-12-01T09:39:27Z")

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Hi Team, I’ve been using Shapr3D for a few weeks now, and have been surprised about things Shapr3D seems not to have that are common in other Cad packages. Extend line option: You have a line. You have another line i…

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## [Selecting a body should be \<keypress\> + click, not double-click](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selecting-a-body-should-be-keypress-click-not-double-click/19326)

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**Author:** [@benaston](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/benaston)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 1:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selecting-a-body-should-be-keypress-click-not-double-click/19326 "2024-12-01T01:01:38Z")

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Double-clicking is a horrible UX paradigm. It is time consuming, requires serious fine motor control, and, worst of all, is unreliable on low-end or busy machines (sometimes the second click is registered outside of the …

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## [Deleting Sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/deleting-sketches/35351)

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**Author:** [@MGBSS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MGBSS)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2024, 7:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/deleting-sketches/35351 "2024-11-30T19:35:10Z")

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When deleting a ‘sketch’ why does it also delete the drawing made from it? It’s infuriating because my parts list contains loads of ‘sketches’ cluttering up the list that I can’t remove without losing the drawings. http…

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## [Trimming part of the line deleted the whole line. Help!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trimming-part-of-the-line-deleted-the-whole-line-help/35394)

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**Author:** [@Dhiggs12](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dhiggs12)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2024, 9:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trimming-part-of-the-line-deleted-the-whole-line-help/35394 "2024-11-29T21:25:58Z")

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Why can’t i trim this one line where it intersects with the body. I feel like I have to learn shaper3d all over again cause it’s changed so much. I used to be able to trim any piece of it intersects with another line. I …

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