# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=105

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## [Help with simple curve](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-simple-curve/26791)

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**Author:** [@Chaosweaver](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chaosweaver)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 5:00am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-simple-curve/26791 "2023-07-17T05:00:52Z")

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Hello, I’m trying to add a consistent concave path between these two outlines. The purpose is to give the guitar some shape, similar to how PRS guitars are done but on a Telecaster design.

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## [How can I a faces equalize in height to another face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-a-faces-equalize-in-height-to-another-face/26793)

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**Author:** [@JMR](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JMR)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 8:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-a-faces-equalize-in-height-to-another-face/26793 "2023-07-16T20:16:04Z")

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How can I level faces in height?

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## [Headphone tutorial help - creating a "draft"](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/headphone-tutorial-help-creating-a-draft/26792)

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**Author:** [@jmstovall](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jmstovall)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 5:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/headphone-tutorial-help-creating-a-draft/26792 "2023-07-16T17:56:23Z")

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Hello there, New to the Shapr community, CAD and 3D printing in general. Spent a lot of hours trying different software; as a life-long Mac user, Shapr has really stuck and I’m enjoying learning it. To do that, I’m car…

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## [Still can't double-click to rename](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/still-cant-double-click-to-rename/17257)

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**Author:** [@AndyF](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AndyF)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/still-cant-double-click-to-rename/17257 "2023-07-16T15:34:30Z")

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There’s still no shortcut to double click on a layer to rename. The alternative would be selecting a layer and pressing return, but I think I’d prefer double clicking.

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## [Font around cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/font-around-cylinder/26780)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2023, 2:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/font-around-cylinder/26780 "2023-07-16T14:20:54Z")

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Hello everybody, I‘d like to ask if there is a way to wrap a text around a cylinder to create imprinted fonts? By using the projection tool it is not working since it is not reproduced on a flat surface. I’m grateful fo…

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## [Printing the model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/printing-the-model/26715)

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**Author:** [@LionheartIX](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LionheartIX)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 5:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/printing-the-model/26715 "2023-07-15T17:58:44Z")

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How can I print out the design created for manual presentations?

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## [STL Export to Sketchup Grouping Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-to-sketchup-grouping-issues/9817)

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**Author:** [@Christian.h.f](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Christian.h.f)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 5:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-to-sketchup-grouping-issues/9817 "2023-07-15T17:57:15Z")

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Hi, I’m using Shapr3D to model furniture for interior design / architecture projects. We are having trouble using my Shapr3D .STL files in Sketchup. When we import a chair for example, none of the groups that I assigned…

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## [3D Sub-D modelling like xShape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-sub-d-modelling-like-xshape/26734)

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**Author:** [@XYZED](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XYZED)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 5:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-sub-d-modelling-like-xshape/26734 "2023-07-15T17:50:02Z")

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Any plans to implement and integrate 3D Sub-D modelling similar to DSS’s xShape?

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## [Extrude into face - “Operation failed invalid result body”](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-into-face-operation-failed-invalid-result-body/13172)

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**Author:** [@Nalla217](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nalla217)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2023, 6:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-into-face-operation-failed-invalid-result-body/13172 "2023-07-15T06:28:44Z")

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I am trying to extrude text that has been projected onto my body face. Some parts, it seems to be the smaller areas of text, will extrude into the face. Other parts of the the same imported text fail with an “Operation f…

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## [Body in file cant edit or delete](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-in-file-cant-edit-or-delete/26535)

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**Author:** [@Paulmac66](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Paulmac66)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-in-file-cant-edit-or-delete/26535 "2023-07-14T22:46:06Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [CPU power](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cpu-power/26577)

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**Author:** [@Malony](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Malony)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 10:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cpu-power/26577 "2023-07-14T22:34:30Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [Sync and Refresh Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-and-refresh-issues/26645)

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**Author:** [@Gojinn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gojinn)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 10:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-and-refresh-issues/26645 "2023-07-14T22:31:34Z")

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I have used and love Shapr3D; however, I’m getting back into it and have discovered some new problems. The first is that Shapr3D won’t sync my designs between devices. This wasn’t a problem months ago and I cannot figure…

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## [How would you go about this particular loft approach?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-would-you-go-about-this-particular-loft-approach/26604)

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**Author:** [@Choopie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Choopie)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 6:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-would-you-go-about-this-particular-loft-approach/26604 "2023-07-14T18:00:37Z")

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Hey gang, I’m working on a helmet project for a mockup. I created my helmet as a mostly round shape, but I’m attempting to add a nose piece to it that will resemble the arch found in my googles/lens design. In particul…

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## [Can't utilize AR function](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-utilize-ar-function/26491)

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**Author:** [@Ghengisahn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ghengisahn)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-utilize-ar-function/26491 "2023-07-14T14:52:01Z")

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Hey team, I just drew up a model but I cannot utilize the AR function to view it in my room / table. I dont know why… it is in native shapr. It just won’t load. There is no load screen, it just goes to camera mode. I h…

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## [How to increase subdivisions when export？(segmentation)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-increase-subdivisions-when-export-segmentation/26754)

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**Author:** [@NEEO](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/NEEO)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 2:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-increase-subdivisions-when-export-segmentation/26754 "2023-07-14T14:39:36Z")

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Hi, I exported a model to blender, but up close it’s segmentation values don’t reach the rendering requirements. Any suggestions? looks like low ploy.

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## [How to color text seperate to body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-color-text-seperate-to-body/26701)

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**Author:** [@IDC-ODT55](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/IDC-ODT55)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-color-text-seperate-to-body/26701 "2023-07-14T11:50:35Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [Single Body Export as ZIP fails](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/single-body-export-as-zip-fails/26748)

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**Author:** [@someguywhomakesthing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/someguywhomakesthing)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 7:59am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/single-body-export-as-zip-fails/26748 "2023-07-14T07:59:56Z")

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On Windows 11, when I export with the option “Save each 1st level item separately” the .ZIP file that’s created is not able to be opened. Windows states they’re ‘invalid’ I’m in the process of backing up designs and it’s…

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## [Newbie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/newbie/26739)

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**Author:** [@Cookie1987](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cookie1987)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 7:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/newbie/26739 "2023-07-13T19:10:09Z")

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Hey everyone , I’m currently using fusion 360 and thinking of getting an iPad Pro and using shapr instead . I make signs as a side gig. I’m looking to see if anyone uses a iPad/tablet for drawing. I use dxf and svg to s…

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## [Optimised design paradigm by starting with solids](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/optimised-design-paradigm-by-starting-with-solids/26741)

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**Author:** [@XYZED](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XYZED)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/optimised-design-paradigm-by-starting-with-solids/26741 "2023-07-13T18:18:58Z")

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Spent years with AutoCAD. Rather thrilled to see Shapr3D in use on the iPad, looks fun and easy to use. After learning about Parametric History based design coming to Shapr3D, decided to learn about about it with some …

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## [Pierce Relation for lofting. snapping spline guide curves](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pierce-relation-for-lofting-snapping-spline-guide-curves/26735)

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**Author:** [@XYZED](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XYZED)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pierce-relation-for-lofting-snapping-spline-guide-curves/26735 "2023-07-13T18:18:24Z")

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Any plans for a Solidworks ‘Pierce Relation’ function, it’s useful in Lofting to snap spline points for guide curves

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## [When projecting, is it possible to create a separate body of the projection?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/when-projecting-is-it-possible-to-create-a-separate-body-of-the-projection/26730)

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**Author:** [@Dysaniaprops](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dysaniaprops)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 4:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/when-projecting-is-it-possible-to-create-a-separate-body-of-the-projection/26730 "2023-07-13T16:25:51Z")

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Hello! I’m using Shapr3D on an iPad Air. Something that has been an issue for me, several times, is that when projecting a shape into a body, and extruding said shape , it doesn’t create its own body, as it just becomes …

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## [Autodesk sharks acquiring Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/autodesk-sharks-acquiring-shapr3d/26733)

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**Author:** [@XYZED](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XYZED)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 3:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/autodesk-sharks-acquiring-shapr3d/26733 "2023-07-13T15:10:55Z")

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For the sake users and for the sake of industries, please resist any Autodesk acquisition. They will surely come sniffing around when Shapr3D is seen to have market share value, the risk is Shapr3D being bought, put on l…

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## [Suppress Startup Tutorials?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suppress-startup-tutorials/18721)

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**Author:** [@VmusicV](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VmusicV)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 7:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suppress-startup-tutorials/18721 "2023-07-13T07:32:36Z")

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Hi, I am sooOOOOoOOOooo frustrated that each time I launch the app on my iPad I am FORCED through the startup tutorials? How can I shut these off? Arrrgggghhhh in Columbus

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## [Boat hull design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boat-hull-design/26700)

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**Author:** [@johnnydfred](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/johnnydfred)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 4:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boat-hull-design/26700 "2023-07-11T16:25:20Z")

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I’m interested in approaches to boat design in Shapr3D, insofar as the best ways to approach hull/skin design, and then creation of construction bulkheads - cross-section bodies of some designed thickness within a shelle…

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## [Fabric & Cloth](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fabric-cloth/26705)

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**Author:** [@lonchbox](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lonchbox)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 4:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fabric-cloth/26705 "2023-07-11T16:18:12Z")

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I would like to design a Bagback but can´t find an easy way to create a cloth and handle the thickness of the fabric. Thanks for any help.

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## [3D conical connection](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-conical-connection/26704)

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**Author:** [@Joseph001](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Joseph001)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 1:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-conical-connection/26704 "2023-07-11T13:38:04Z")

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I want to draw a conical thread connection as used in drill pipe. I used the revolve tool to create the thread but it only works around a cylinder. I want to match it to a cone.

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## [How do I align a spherical body to the center of another body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-align-a-spherical-body-to-the-center-of-another-body/26684)

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**Author:** [@bcardarella](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bcardarella)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 4:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-align-a-spherical-body-to-the-center-of-another-body/26684 "2023-07-11T04:58:38Z")

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I have a sphere that I want to move to the center of the tip a rod that I’ve designed. However, using the Align tool doesn’t seem to work with spheres as it wants an edge. I tried adding an axis to the sphere but that d…

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## [How to align the corner of a plane with the cnr of a body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-align-the-corner-of-a-plane-with-the-cnr-of-a-body/26668)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2023, 7:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-align-the-corner-of-a-plane-with-the-cnr-of-a-body/26668 "2023-07-09T19:22:54Z")

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I have a body, and a sketch, and need to align the corner of the sketch with the corner of the body (it will be a leg, with precisely positioned holes. Once positioned, I can extrude the leg. Or\< I can extrude the leg…

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## [Crash Bug in Visualization](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crash-bug-in-visualization/26652)

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**Author:** [@SeanO](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SeanO)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2023, 3:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crash-bug-in-visualization/26652 "2023-07-09T15:13:18Z")

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My Setup: macOS 13.4.1 on MacBook Air M2, 2022 | 3dConnexion Wireless Spacemouse (10.8.1) Bringing up any model in modeling mode and the spacemouse works flawlessly. Smooth movements, no issues. Selecting visualization …

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## [Add hole in body with no flat surfaces?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-hole-in-body-with-no-flat-surfaces/26659)

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**Author:** [@Amusedspider33](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Amusedspider33)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2023, 6:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-hole-in-body-with-no-flat-surfaces/26659 "2023-07-09T06:13:15Z")

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How do I add a 4mm hole for a keyring in the top of this Suzuki logo? I am a beginner and have tried everything I can think of. Do you have any solutions? File: Microsoft OneDrive - Access files anywhere. Create docs w…

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