# Workshop

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/51.md?page=8

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## [Make History panel resizable](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-history-panel-resizable/40841)

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**Author:** [@derhally](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/derhally)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 8:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-history-panel-resizable/40841 "2026-05-23T20:43:24Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: sometimes variables have the same prefix and the text gets trimmed and there are no tooltips showing the full name when it is trimmed. It will allow me to see the full variable…

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## [Creating perfectly aligned negative (female) only features to align cut parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-perfectly-aligned-negative-female-only-features-to-align-cut-parts/40836)

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**Author:** [@hhsmiley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hhsmiley)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 11:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-perfectly-aligned-negative-female-only-features-to-align-cut-parts/40836 "2026-05-23T11:48:06Z")

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Just can’t seem to figure out what to do here. I have a completely irregularly shaped object to print. There is not a single flat plane anywhere on it. Think about an oddly shaped rock. I need to cut it into two halves…

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## [How to shell this object?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-shell-this-object/40835)

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**Author:** [@drmrpr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/drmrpr)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 8:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-shell-this-object/40835 "2026-05-20T20:34:31Z")

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how do i shell this object? Trying to make leaf blower air funnel but can’t for the life of me figure out if Shell option can be used? https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Synchronization is failing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/synchronization-is-failing/40826)

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**Author:** [@Totoleheros](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Totoleheros)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 5:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/synchronization-is-failing/40826 "2026-05-20T05:44:28Z")

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Hi, I am using v26.80.0 on macOS Tahoe and 26.81.0.10934 on my iPadPro. I am facing a weird problem: 3 of my models do not synchronize on my Mac and the soft is trying and trying again and again. I have uploaded a video …

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## [Mirror is not updated when updating variable](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirror-is-not-updated-when-updating-variable/40824)

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**Author:** [@derhally](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/derhally)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 11:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirror-is-not-updated-when-updating-variable/40824 "2026-05-19T23:32:30Z")

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I have a sketched mirrored and when I update a variable the original sketch updates but not the mirror. How can I keep the mirror in sync with the original? I’m new here so i can’t post a screen grab.

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## [About collaboration tools](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/about-collaboration-tools/40808)

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**Author:** [@bidek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bidek)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 7:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/about-collaboration-tools/40808 "2026-05-19T19:09:00Z")

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Hi, I’m considering purchasing Shapr3D and I’m wondering about its collaboration tools. My friend already has his own Pro license. If I buy my own Pro license, will we be able to form a team and work together on projec…

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## [A place for design notes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-place-for-design-notes/31225)

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**Author:** [@HarrisonDavies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HarrisonDavies)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 12:24am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-place-for-design-notes/31225 "2026-05-19T00:24:09Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: To keep working in the program and not have to leave it to create design notes, or instructions for next time I’m in th…

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## [Refund request - Web subscription auto-renewed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/refund-request-web-subscription-auto-renewed/40822)

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**Author:** [@kenycho](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kenycho)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 12:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/refund-request-web-subscription-auto-renewed/40822 "2026-05-18T12:17:22Z")

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Hi Shapr3D Team,My free trial ended and my web subscription was automatically renewed and charged. I submitted a refund request through the official support center the very next day, and submitted another one today.Alth…

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## [I want to refund sharp 3d pro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-want-to-refund-sharp-3d-pro/40807)

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**Author:** [@Dat](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dat)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 9:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-want-to-refund-sharp-3d-pro/40807 "2026-05-18T09:14:21Z")

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Hi I forgot to cancelled my trial of sharp 3d pro and just send a refund request today How long i can get my money back Please help me :sob:

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## [Applying textures breaks model?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-textures-breaks-model/40818)

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**Author:** [@hhsmiley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hhsmiley)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 12:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-textures-breaks-model/40818 "2026-05-18T00:48:02Z")

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This one has me stumped. This all previously worked just fine but all of a sudden, it just doesn’t. I’ve got a model that slices with no issues (pic 1). Note the curve of the edge highlighted in red and how it slopes sm…

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## [Visualization - Images behind glass](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualization-images-behind-glass/40817)

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**Author:** [@R.S](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/R.S)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2026, 6:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualization-images-behind-glass/40817 "2026-05-17T18:27:25Z")

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Images are rendered in the visualization, but cannot be seen through glass. The body behind the glass, however, is rendered correctly. https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Custom material behavior](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/custom-material-behavior/40814)

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**Author:** [@R.S](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/R.S)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2026, 4:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/custom-material-behavior/40814 "2026-05-17T16:40:18Z")

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When using custom materials I have this ugly looking cross in the centre. Is there any way to avoid this? As an explanation: the material used is a photo of a floor tile projected on a flat surface (which in turn …

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## [Intersection curves](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/intersection-curves/40803)

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**Author:** [@Beelsebob](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Beelsebob)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/intersection-curves/40803 "2026-05-14T17:01:07Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: I need to create edges that curve in multiple dimensions. In other CAD software, I’ve done this with the “intersection curve” feature, where you sketch the curve from one persp…

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## [Can NOT scale a simple sketch!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-not-scale-a-simple-sketch/40800)

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**Author:** [@VAXman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VAXman)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 10:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-not-scale-a-simple-sketch/40800 "2026-05-13T22:05:58Z")

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I created a simple sketch to check sizing on my laser. I need to scale the sketch slightly but Shapr3D refuses due to constraints. I’ve turned off auto-constraint and it still refuses to scale. Latest versions on a …

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## [Creating a 4 branch manifold with set endpoints](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-a-4-branch-manifold-with-set-endpoints/40792)

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**Author:** [@Boyter](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Boyter)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 12:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-a-4-branch-manifold-with-set-endpoints/40792 "2026-05-13T12:13:43Z")

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This is my first post so bear with me. I am trying to design a 4 into 1 branch turbo manifold for my landspeed motorbike. The end result would be printed in 316 Stainless Steel. I’ve found various tutorials online but…

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## [Auto separate objects for manufacturing purposes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/auto-separate-objects-for-manufacturing-purposes/40796)

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**Author:** [@Felicia](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Felicia)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 7:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/auto-separate-objects-for-manufacturing-purposes/40796 "2026-05-13T07:25:00Z")

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I work for a sign company and we built a full sign with each individual part separate. Is there a way to separate each object automatically now in order to measure the size of each part?(Screws, faces, metal base, pole, …

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## [Creating hold tabs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-hold-tabs/40787)

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**Author:** [@Chuckdds](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chuckdds)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 10:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-hold-tabs/40787 "2026-05-12T22:40:12Z")

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I have created an STL in Shapr3D and need to add hold tabs in preparation for CNC. Is there a way to do this? https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [2D Drawings feature request please!?!?!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-feature-request-please/25804)

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**Author:** [@Virdman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Virdman)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 10:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-feature-request-please/25804 "2026-05-12T10:46:20Z")

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Can you please add the ability, to snap measurement lines together and have the ability to Change colours of measurement lines/numbers for better visual presentation Please!!!

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## [Renderings with Edges Toggle On/Off + Opacity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/renderings-with-edges-toggle-on-off-opacity/33356)

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**Author:** [@eaglekatarina](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eaglekatarina)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 6:03am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/renderings-with-edges-toggle-on-off-opacity/33356 "2026-05-12T06:03:44Z")

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I render booths. For most booths, it’s not necessary to have the edges visible. However, as soon as I do something like channeled or diamond-tufted, the rendering no longer works for me as well. I use pictures from the …

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## [Difficult to see model detail in Web Viewer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/difficult-to-see-model-detail-in-web-viewer/26000)

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**Author:** [@mechstarpb](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mechstarpb)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 6:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/difficult-to-see-model-detail-in-web-viewer/26000 "2026-05-12T06:01:37Z")

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Is there a way to toggle “Edges on” or otherwise improve the definition between bodies in the Web Viewer? I am sharing large models with thousands of bodies. Between the default lighting and the lack of edge highlighti…

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## [Apple Pencil Double Tap function](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-double-tap-function/30785)

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**Author:** [@Steve](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Steve)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 1:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-double-tap-function/30785 "2026-05-10T13:37:24Z")

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It would be great if we could use the Apple Pencil Double Tap feature to do “something”. I know this was mentioned a long time ago, and at the time you mentioned it seemed to be unreliable. Perhaps Apple has made some im…

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## [A better history panel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-better-history-panel/40782)

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**Author:** [@mpply](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mpply)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 11:07am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-better-history-panel/40782 "2026-05-10T11:07:05Z")

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Background I’m sure others have made similar suggestions, but I have felt some serious inefficiencies in the history panel lately. A shared list of variables and chronological actions at either end causes a lot of scrol…

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## [FHT - Female Garden Hose Threads](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fht-female-garden-hose-threads/40779)

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**Author:** [@stone](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stone)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 2:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fht-female-garden-hose-threads/40779 "2026-05-09T14:37:53Z")

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A few questions: Does anyone have a female thread model for a garden hose cap with a barbed fitting ? I’ve found the specs for the threads, and there are plenty of stl files around, but of course I want to use my shapr…

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## [History Tree 'invert option'](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-tree-invert-option/34804)

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**Author:** [@Shapr3D\_user](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shapr3D_user)\
**Replies:** 68\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 5:05am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-tree-invert-option/34804 "2026-05-09T05:05:44Z")

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PLEASE consider this feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Currently, every time you add a new modelling step, you have to scroll to the bottom of the history tree every time you want to configure the step…

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## [How to redefine/customize standard views and XYZ axes after importing STP from SolidWorks?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-redefine-customize-standard-views-and-xyz-axes-after-importing-stp-from-solidworks/40775)

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**Author:** [@Frank\_9909](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Frank_9909)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 2:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-redefine-customize-standard-views-and-xyz-axes-after-importing-stp-from-solidworks/40775 "2026-05-09T02:06:18Z")

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Body: Software & System: Source: SolidWorks (on Windows) – my colleague exports the 3D model as a .stp (STEP) file. Target: Shapr3D (on macOS / MacBook). Problem Description: Whenever I import an STP file ori…

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## ['Model a bracket' tutorial makes a user feel like an idiot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/model-a-bracket-tutorial-makes-a-user-feel-like-an-idiot/40765)

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**Author:** [@obnerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/obnerd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 11:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/model-a-bracket-tutorial-makes-a-user-feel-like-an-idiot/40765 "2026-05-05T23:37:06Z")

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I’ve searched extensively, used AI, etc. This tutorial is kind of a joke, so I realize i’ll need to use 3rd parties to learn the software. The person in this tutorial is dong things behind the scenes, but expecting the n…

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## [How can I duplicate a project on my Mac?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-duplicate-a-project-on-my-mac/39595)

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**Author:** [@Shinji](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shinji)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 8:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-duplicate-a-project-on-my-mac/39595 "2026-05-05T20:11:19Z")

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How can I duplicate a project on my Mac? I can’t find the “Duplicate” option next to “Rename” in the right-click menu.

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## [Installed app, cannot log in to account to use app](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/installed-app-cannot-log-in-to-account-to-use-app/40764)

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**Author:** [@mike1158](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mike1158)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 4:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/installed-app-cannot-log-in-to-account-to-use-app/40764 "2026-05-05T16:38:15Z")

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Vey simply put in the title. I have confirmed the account and logged in via the browser but nothing happens in the app. Thanks folks, stay well out there.

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## [Design Files In Multiple Tabs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/design-files-in-multiple-tabs/21697)

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**Author:** [@DanielWolf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DanielWolf)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 2:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/design-files-in-multiple-tabs/21697 "2026-05-05T14:20:33Z")

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Hello, is this on your roadmap? Have multiple tabs opened with different design files and the ability to export objects from a tab to another through a right click drop down menu and/or drag and drop the object to a dif…

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## [Help for noob plz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-for-noob-plz/40751)

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**Author:** [@Ffffffffff](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ffffffffff)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2026, 5:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-for-noob-plz/40751 "2026-05-02T17:33:03Z")

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how can I connect this parts smoothly? (1 screenshot) I tried extrude them (2, 3 screenshots) but this totally 0 smooth this piece of art should be flexible tubing splitter

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