# Feature requests **URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/feature-requests/27.md?page=4 [Latest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/tags.md) **Page:** 5 --- ## [Simple animation feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simple-animation-feature/40450)
**Author:** [@Katzenbastler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Katzenbastler)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 11:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simple-animation-feature/40450 "2026-03-27T11:13:43Z")
About four years ago, the idea of adding an animation feature in Shapr3D was already mentioned here. A supporter at the time asked what kind of functionality users would actually want from such a tool. Since then, the pl… --- ## [The web and Panel waste](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-web-and-panel-waste/40543)
**Author:** [@BKE](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BKE)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2026, 3:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-web-and-panel-waste/40543 "2026-03-24T15:30:06Z")
OK, I do understand the promo, but could we please get an option to not initially show left (useless\*) Info Panel and right (useless\*) Comments Panel in the browser. \*(without account that is, but with, still in-your-fa… --- ## [Replace face shortcut](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/replace-face-shortcut/40508)
**Author:** [@spencersmitty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spencersmitty)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2026, 2:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/replace-face-shortcut/40508 "2026-03-20T02:23:29Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: me having to click the ellipsis button to see extra tools every time i want to replace face Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: a quick shortc… --- ## [Free hand scratch pad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/free-hand-scratch-pad/40505)
**Author:** [@wbarnett](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wbarnett)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2026, 5:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/free-hand-scratch-pad/40505 "2026-03-18T17:02:43Z")
In a future update it would be a nice addition to have a quick scratch pad button while making sketches. I’m still new to 3d modeling and find myself using a separate app or graph paper to do calculations free hand and q… --- ## [Opacity slider on 3d models](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/opacity-slider-on-3d-models/36229)
**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 11:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/opacity-slider-on-3d-models/36229 "2026-03-14T23:42:53Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: Show models in-between other models. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: Possibly with opacity change it could enable you to select Sketches a… --- ## [Shapr3D is losing its unique value: direct, iterative prototyping](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-is-losing-its-unique-value-direct-iterative-prototyping/40173)
**Author:** [@Adarra](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Adarra)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 4:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-is-losing-its-unique-value-direct-iterative-prototyping/40173 "2026-03-11T16:12:10Z")
Hi Shapr3D team, I’m posting this because the shift towards History/parametric behavior has actively broken the exact reason I chose Shapr3D in the first place. I’m not a CAD engineer. I’m a maker/prototyper. Shapr3D us… --- ## [Feature Request: Allow selecting entire sketch (rather than faces) for Wrap & Emboss](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-allow-selecting-entire-sketch-rather-than-faces-for-wrap-emboss/40471)
**Author:** [@chaddugas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chaddugas)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2026, 8:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-allow-selecting-entire-sketch-rather-than-faces-for-wrap-emboss/40471 "2026-03-10T20:05:52Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: When you use the new Wrap & Emboss tool to project sketch faces around a body, if the sketch is generated from a pattern, and the number of faces change post wrap, the wrap does… --- ## [My account has been deleted](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-account-has-been-deleted/40469)
**Author:** [@EricTsang](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/EricTsang)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2026, 6:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-account-has-been-deleted/40469 "2026-03-10T18:53:24Z")
My account has been deleted I didn’t proactively delete my account, my design data is gone, I’m so anxious --- ## [Integrated Updates](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/integrated-updates/40467)
**Author:** [@Adaptitude](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Adaptitude)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 4:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/integrated-updates/40467 "2026-03-09T16:36:14Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: Integrated updates in the software will solve the need to download large files that clog up your downloads folder and hog your machine storage space. Expected outcomes from thi… --- ## [Folder View not showing when last closed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/folder-view-not-showing-when-last-closed/40439)
**Author:** [@mikemoy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mikemoy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 12:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/folder-view-not-showing-when-last-closed/40439 "2026-03-09T12:49:47Z")
I don’t even know what to call it really. When you open the program, your shown your recent projects with a image of them. It should show the last view when you quit. It used to do that but mine is no longer doing t… --- ## [Direct incorporation of AI](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/direct-incorporation-of-ai/40462)
**Author:** [@Arbuthnott](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Arbuthnott)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 10:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/direct-incorporation-of-ai/40462 "2026-03-08T10:37:58Z")
This represents a transformational opportunity rather than solving any single specific problem Providing access for ChatGPT, and/or other AIs, offers the opportunity to dramatically reshape the capabilities of Shapr3D … --- ## [Incorporating and editing mesh bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/incorporating-and-editing-mesh-bodies/40460)
**Author:** [@Arbuthnott](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Arbuthnott)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 10:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/incorporating-and-editing-mesh-bodies/40460 "2026-03-08T10:12:21Z")
Make mesh bodies, for example from scans or from 3rd party supplied objects, editable and consistently able to integrate Mesh bodies represent an important volume of pre-existent design activity. These can already be ha… --- ## [Mixed values in formulas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mixed-values-in-formulas/40458)
**Author:** [@B3nn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/B3nn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mixed-values-in-formulas/40458 "2026-03-07T20:09:45Z")
Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: The ability for more complex formulas. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: for desig… --- ## [Limited plan - some input on visualization](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/limited-plan-some-input-on-visualization/40456)
**Author:** [@spencersmitty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spencersmitty)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 8:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/limited-plan-some-input-on-visualization/40456 "2026-03-07T08:14:23Z")
i really adore this program, its so efficient and feels like apple made it.. nice work. i really appreciate there being a free tier, i am having a brilliant time not being pressured by a monthly payment while i learn the… --- ## [History - deleting sketches improvement](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-deleting-sketches-improvement/40455)
**Author:** [@spencersmitty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spencersmitty)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 7:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-deleting-sketches-improvement/40455 "2026-03-07T07:35:08Z")
lets say you merge history and choose “keep sketches”, then later merge again and choose delete sketches. current behavior seems to delete every sketch in the file, including ones from earlier merges that were kept. it … --- ## [Decals/Graphic inserts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/decals-graphic-inserts/40453)
**Author:** [@RJscott87](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RJscott87)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 10:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/decals-graphic-inserts/40453 "2026-03-06T10:06:01Z")
Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Ability to import graphics like a poster or picture for a wall, or faces of playing cards, and have them work in the 3d… --- ## [Double clicking expanded history entry should collapse it](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-clicking-expanded-history-entry-should-collapse-it/40103)
**Author:** [@zsoltvaradi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/zsoltvaradi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 8:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-clicking-expanded-history-entry-should-collapse-it/40103 "2026-03-06T08:31:03Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: History entries are displayed collapsed by default. Double left clicking (or clicking the arrow pointing to the right on the right side) on their name expands them so that their… --- ## [Feature Request: Turntable View & Export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-turntable-view-export/40452)
**Author:** [@RJscott87](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RJscott87)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 7:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-turntable-view-export/40452 "2026-03-06T07:28:36Z")
Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Unable to create a simple turntable animation for presentations and media. Brief description of the outcomes that you … --- ## [Color indication in items list](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/color-indication-in-items-list/40408)
**Author:** [@DrKronos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrKronos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2026, 12:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/color-indication-in-items-list/40408 "2026-02-27T12:42:20Z")
Not sure how popular this would be, but I’ll throw it out there. I would very much like some sort of color indication for bodies in the item list. So when you assign different material colors to different bodies, thi… --- ## [Wrap and Emboss Feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-and-emboss-feature/40385)
**Author:** [@kdmills1112](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kdmills1112)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2026, 5:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-and-emboss-feature/40385 "2026-02-25T17:47:56Z")
I was hoping the new Wrap and Emboss feature would allow me to create text to a circular flat surface. Although the new feature is something that I may utilize in the future, I need the ability to project or wrap text t… --- ## [Why I won’t renew my Shapr3D subscription](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-i-won-t-renew-my-shapr3d-subscription/40351)
**Author:** [@Joe\_Mrchanic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Joe_Mrchanic)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 8:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-i-won-t-renew-my-shapr3d-subscription/40351 "2026-02-24T08:55:18Z")
I let my subscription to Shapr3D lapse in 2023 because of some key features missing from the sketch environment. I missed the convenience of being able to draw on my iPad and my desktop so I decided to give it a try agai… --- ## [Color Code Measurements in the Measurements Panel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/color-code-measurements-in-the-measurements-panel/38650)
**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2026, 2:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/color-code-measurements-in-the-measurements-panel/38650 "2026-02-20T14:35:31Z")
Add colors to Measurements. For example. Parallel distance can be in Red. Surface Area in Blue Volume in Orange But just Parallel distance could be in a Stand Out color, in Red and rest could be in black. --- ## [Make Move/Rotate part of Parametric System](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-move-rotate-part-of-parametric-system/39652)
**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 12:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-move-rotate-part-of-parametric-system/39652 "2026-02-19T00:34:18Z")
Make Move/Rotate part of Parametric System with Variable controls. --- ## [Add purchase history and pricing of upcoming subscription to control panel on website](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-purchase-history-and-pricing-of-upcoming-subscription-to-control-panel-on-website/40015)
**Author:** [@Occicat](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Occicat)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2026, 4:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-purchase-history-and-pricing-of-upcoming-subscription-to-control-panel-on-website/40015 "2026-02-15T16:48:27Z")
I’m approaching a renewal window and wanted to double check my purchase and renewal history only to find that there is nothing available for paying customers to see this information on an authenticated account. Al one c… --- ## [Navigation Customization: It's time](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/navigation-customization-its-time/39705)
**Author:** [@turing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/turing)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 10:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/navigation-customization-its-time/39705 "2026-02-14T22:52:05Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: Currently, Shapr3D’s navigation behaves differently than other environments I am used to, which makes dealing with the camera infuriating vs. other environments. My needs will b… --- ## [Center of Mass Analysis Tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/center-of-mass-analysis-tool/23492)
**Author:** [@NathanD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/NathanD)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2026, 2:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/center-of-mass-analysis-tool/23492 "2026-02-13T14:31:31Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: Being able to find the center of mass/CG of a part, body, or design. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: If a CG analysis tool is turned on, i… --- ## [Variable Name Displayed as Measurements](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/variable-name-displayed-as-measurements/40278)
**Author:** [@GeorgeTDS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GeorgeTDS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 5:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/variable-name-displayed-as-measurements/40278 "2026-02-11T17:36:15Z")
I don’t know that I would actually call this a request. I think it is more a question of whether it makes sense to anyone else. I will post it as a request, but I am all for an argument for or against it. The problem … --- ## [Make a total time per project](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-a-total-time-per-project/40282)
**Author:** [@erickremer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/erickremer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 2:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/make-a-total-time-per-project/40282 "2026-02-11T02:55:26Z")
Please add a feature that tracks active time per project. Make it very easy to access. --- ## [Please add CAM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/please-add-cam/25103)
**Author:** [@CNC4](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CNC4)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2026, 5:16am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/please-add-cam/25103 "2026-02-09T05:16:22Z")
Please. Please. Please. Please add CAM to Shapr3D! --- ## [Use of variables in the MOVE/ROTATE Tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/use-of-variables-in-the-move-rotate-tool/40232)
**Author:** [@85\_And\_Out\_Design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/85_And_Out_Design)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2026, 7:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/use-of-variables-in-the-move-rotate-tool/40232 "2026-02-08T19:40:38Z")
Perhaps I’m missing something or doing something wrong, but it appears that variables are not available for use on the MOVE/ROTATE tool. Would be nice to be able to assign this value programmatically, but I am forced to… [Previous page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/feature-requests/27.md?page=3) [Next page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/feature-requests/27.md?page=5)