# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=66

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## [Reduce size by extruding tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reduce-size-by-extruding-tool/34880)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 8:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reduce-size-by-extruding-tool/34880 "2024-10-20T20:37:18Z")

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Hello everyone, since I updated the app to the latest version (my last version was around 5.4) there are multiple situations the app tells me the recent action is not possible. In earlier version there was no problem. H…

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## [How to open two projects side-by-side](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-open-two-projects-side-by-side/30643)

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**Author:** [@zach](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/zach)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-open-two-projects-side-by-side/30643 "2024-10-20T14:42:51Z")

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I would like to open two projects simultaneously, so I can go back-and-forth between them. For example, different versions of the same part. Currently it seems only one Shapr3D window is allowed, and only one project ca…

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## [Boat Designer | Reverse Engineering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boat-designer-reverse-engineering/30862)

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**Author:** [@danielsthlm](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danielsthlm)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 5:05am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boat-designer-reverse-engineering/30862 "2024-10-20T05:05:37Z")

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How does the process work for those of you skilled in boat design or reverse engineering? My aim is to start from an existing hull construction and then invest time and effort into designing and visualising all other asp…

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## [82 Deg Hole Chamfer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/82-deg-hole-chamfer/34883)

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**Author:** [@JerryK](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JerryK)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2024, 5:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/82-deg-hole-chamfer/34883 "2024-10-19T17:19:51Z")

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Can someone tell me how to set the 2 dims for a standard 4-40 machine screw with 82 deg angle…

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## [Ability to color sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-color-sketches/30202)

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**Author:** [@Pggirvin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pggirvin)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2024, 4:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-color-sketches/30202 "2024-10-19T16:27:24Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: You would be able to disambiguate between multiple sketches in parallel planes. Brief description of the outcomes that…

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## [How to trim poly 3d line? (Shapr 3d for iPad)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-trim-poly-3d-line-shapr-3d-for-ipad/34848)

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**Author:** [@Bborisss](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bborisss)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2024, 11:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-trim-poly-3d-line-shapr-3d-for-ipad/34848 "2024-10-19T11:11:21Z")

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Hello! Can’t understand the way I can trim a poly 3d line, despite the fact that they cross each other, and are on the same construction plane. In this video I show what I mean. The only way I find is to project all l…

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## [Unable to get rid of a small hole could be a bug](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unable-to-get-rid-of-a-small-hole-could-be-a-bug/34876)

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**Author:** [@pauly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pauly)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 9:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unable-to-get-rid-of-a-small-hole-could-be-a-bug/34876 "2024-10-18T21:48:02Z")

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P Hi, I am unable to unionise and get rid of a small hole. Might be the way I designed it. I have tried everything and cannot seem to get rid of it. I am making a sun shade for my wheelchair and everytime I 3D print th…

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## [iPad Interface improvements](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-interface-improvements/34855)

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**Author:** [@brunowerneck](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/brunowerneck)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 3:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-interface-improvements/34855 "2024-10-16T15:21:31Z")

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When I’m selecting a tool from this sub-menu, the buttons behind them (circled in red) can still be pressed by accident. Can we please disable them?

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## [How to create twisted cable or wire?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-twisted-cable-or-wire/9792)

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**Author:** [@TinkerBrained](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TinkerBrained)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 4:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-twisted-cable-or-wire/9792 "2024-10-17T16:13:58Z")

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Is there a way to create twisted cable or wire? I can create a helix using the revolve tool then copy and rotate it to make a twisted double helix shape, but the revolve tool only works with straight lines, not an arc or…

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## [How to select certain parts to export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-select-certain-parts-to-export/34866)

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**Author:** [@MarMarLeDog](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MarMarLeDog)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 9:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-select-certain-parts-to-export/34866 "2024-10-17T09:29:14Z")

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so i have a 3D printer and i use shapr3d to model parts. But sometimes i make complicated parts and when i print them all i waste a lot of expensive filament on support structure so how do i select certain parts of a mod…

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## [Spring around a curve](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spring-around-a-curve/34865)

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**Author:** [@Wick](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Wick)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 8:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spring-around-a-curve/34865 "2024-10-17T08:18:28Z")

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Dear all, I’m trying to understand how I might form a spring around a curve, as in my kitchen tap (faucet). In the example here, I’ve ‘bodged’ things around manually, and from a distance it’s okay, but doubt it’d bear cl…

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## [How to import complex shapes from ai file to shapr3d?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-import-complex-shapes-from-ai-file-to-shapr3d/34860)

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**Author:** [@sarahh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sarahh)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 3:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-import-complex-shapes-from-ai-file-to-shapr3d/34860 "2024-10-17T03:57:13Z")

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That is one of vectors i worked for, and there are total 40 of them. I want to import them to make them 3D,then combine them together as a ball.

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## [Constraints disappear when selecting diagonal line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/constraints-disappear-when-selecting-diagonal-line/34846)

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**Author:** [@baddog1016](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/baddog1016)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 12:59am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/constraints-disappear-when-selecting-diagonal-line/34846 "2024-10-17T00:59:21Z")

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I am trying to make a circle tangent to a diagonal line. Typically I would pick the circle and then the line bit it doesn’t matter which order I do it. I select the two items and “Revolve around axis” command appears. He…

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## [Web app (use Shapr3D in a web browser) similar to TinkerCAD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/web-app-use-shapr3d-in-a-web-browser-similar-to-tinkercad/34854)

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**Author:** [@bigpaul](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bigpaul)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 2:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/web-app-use-shapr3d-in-a-web-browser-similar-to-tinkercad/34854 "2024-10-16T14:35:21Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: I have had many problems installing Shapr3D on desktop. Even after getting it installed I am unable to use it because of input issues (see my other posts). Being able to use Sh…

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## [New Looking for help.... knife build, mutiple angles](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-looking-for-help-knife-build-mutiple-angles/34781)

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**Author:** [@Kiwi00700](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Kiwi00700)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 4:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-looking-for-help-knife-build-mutiple-angles/34781 "2024-10-16T04:41:29Z")

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Aloha, I’m new to the CAD world and even newer to Shrpr3D. I’m trying to design a knife and I want to taper down the top of the spine to the point and then put a bevel on the blade. So far I’m not having any luck at a…

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## [Splitting a model into two parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/splitting-a-model-into-two-parts/13745)

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**Author:** [@Brad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Brad)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 8:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/splitting-a-model-into-two-parts/13745 "2024-10-15T20:29:58Z")

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Is it possible to split a to-scale model into two parts to print separately?

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## [Project with multiple curve profiles](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-with-multiple-curve-profiles/34724)

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**Author:** [@timbrux](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/timbrux)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 7:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/project-with-multiple-curve-profiles/34724 "2024-10-15T19:47:04Z")

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I am fairly new to Shapr3d and I am having difficulty envisioning how to make a 3D model of a shoe insole similar to what is shown in the photo. Since it has multiple curves I don’t know if I should state out with an ext…

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## [Exporting Sketch to SVG changes to zip or HTML files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-sketch-to-svg-changes-to-zip-or-html-files/34834)

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**Author:** [@Oxymoron](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oxymoron)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 1:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-sketch-to-svg-changes-to-zip-or-html-files/34834 "2024-10-15T13:40:55Z")

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I’m trying to simply export a sketch from Shapr3d to a usb drive as I have done many times, but on this occasion I am unable to save in a SVG format. Initially the save file option changed to HTML file when going through…

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## [Loft two objects that have been moved from sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-two-objects-that-have-been-moved-from-sketches/34825)

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**Author:** [@baddog1016](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/baddog1016)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 2:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-two-objects-that-have-been-moved-from-sketches/34825 "2024-10-15T02:58:40Z")

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I am trying to loft two objects that have been moved from sketches that they were formed from. I found an article that said I can pick two faces on the objects but that doesn’t work. What am I missing? https://suppor…

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## [Plants/bushes/trees](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/plants-bushes-trees/34829)

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**Author:** [@kittie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kittie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 6:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/plants-bushes-trees/34829 "2024-10-14T18:59:32Z")

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are there any tutorials on how to render a tree or a bush? I was able to create the tree limbs but how do I form the foliage without having to draw each leaf? Does anyone have any quick suggestions?

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## [Exporting to SVG for shaper origin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-to-svg-for-shaper-origin/33269)

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**Author:** [@Harlcop23](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Harlcop23)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 6:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-to-svg-for-shaper-origin/33269 "2024-10-14T18:03:01Z")

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Ok so an obvious Noob question. I am trying to export parts of a table to use with my Shaper origin. I have drawn out the project it is all 3D and looks great. Now I want to export the parts to an SVG to import to my Sh…

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## [How to delete Sketches?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-delete-sketches/33603)

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**Author:** [@red](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/red)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 5:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-delete-sketches/33603 "2024-10-14T17:38:06Z")

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Is there a way to delete a Sketch without deleting the associated Body? It’s an organizational nightmare—I have hundreds of sketches, they are in every folder, and I never use them. I only need the Bodies.

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## [Move arrows are not on model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/move-arrows-are-not-on-model/34815)

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**Author:** [@baddog1016](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/baddog1016)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 3:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/move-arrows-are-not-on-model/34815 "2024-10-14T15:05:37Z")

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The move arrows moved off of a model and I can’t get them to reconnect with it. If I grab the square I can move the model side to side but in no other direction. Grabbing the button may or may not move the arrows but whe…

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## [Taper Issue - Model Mania 2002](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/taper-issue-model-mania-2002/33807)

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**Author:** [@IceCat](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/IceCat)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2024, 8:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/taper-issue-model-mania-2002/33807 "2024-10-13T20:16:00Z")

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I’m trying to re-create Model Mania 2002 (link below). Need to have a 7 degree taper on the sides and inside surface. Inside surface is shelled out. Can’t find a way to create a 7 degree taper on these surfaces.

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## [Help me cope](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-me-cope/34806)

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**Author:** [@Andrii](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Andrii)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2024, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-me-cope/34806 "2024-10-13T11:50:37Z")

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Tell me how to connect these lines correctly, The supporting planes are at different angles.

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## [Sweep Part Clip 2D to 3D drawing 108](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-part-clip-2d-to-3d-drawing-108/34778)

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**Author:** [@stone](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stone)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2024, 8:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-part-clip-2d-to-3d-drawing-108/34778 "2024-10-13T08:19:53Z")

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The body is different when selecting from the items list, and on the drawing desktop or surface. From the items list, all segments are selected when you select the body, but from the drawing area, each segment select…

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## [Snake Earring Modelling](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snake-earring-modelling/34808)

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**Author:** [@immerensis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/immerensis)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 13, 2024, 8:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snake-earring-modelling/34808 "2024-10-13T08:02:57Z")

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Hi! I’m brand new to Shapr3d and using it for a college project. I want to make a snake cuff earring \[separated into parts, using magnets after 3d printing\] but I am REALLY struggling to get any sort of decent shape no m…

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## [How to update](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-update/34798)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 12, 2024, 11:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-update/34798 "2024-10-12T11:17:04Z")

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Dear forum, Please allow a probably simple question… As I see in the forum section, there is being announced already version 5.730 of the app. Could anyone please tell me how to update my application version, since it…

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## [Segmenting Shading](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/segmenting-shading/34796)

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**Author:** [@DylanB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DylanB)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 12, 2024, 7:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/segmenting-shading/34796 "2024-10-12T07:15:57Z")

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Hi, Please see attached screen shots. Looks like the shading of a circular sketch will “segment” when you zoom in and the line remains a true curve. Wondering if someone could confirm this for me? Cheers

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## [Loft Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-issues/34792)

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**Author:** [@ErrADDict](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ErrADDict)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2024, 11:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-issues/34792 "2024-10-11T23:49:45Z")

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I’m trying to create a 3D model of the Ayn Odin 2 in Shapr3D. I’m using the profile pics off their website. Here’s what I have so far. I drew a Spline along the right edge of the console as well as, using 3 different pl…

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