# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=121

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## [Rotate around axis shifting each time I rotate](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rotate-around-axis-shifting-each-time-i-rotate/24219)

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**Author:** [@InNoxHome](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/InNoxHome)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2023, 6:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rotate-around-axis-shifting-each-time-i-rotate/24219 "2023-02-19T18:31:36Z")

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I’m trying to add pyramid shapes around a base object and each time I rotate around the Z axis the model shifts slightly resulting in ever smaller pyramids. When I do the same application with a simple shape it does the…

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## [Measurement tools desperately needed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measurement-tools-desperately-needed/8915)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2023, 2:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measurement-tools-desperately-needed/8915 "2023-02-19T14:20:50Z")

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Measurement tools are needed. Measure angles, area, circumference, distance etc.

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## [Can’t select some faces](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-select-some-faces/24081)

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**Author:** [@kuike](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kuike)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2023, 5:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-select-some-faces/24081 "2023-02-18T17:41:15Z")

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Since the last update on the Ipad, I suddenly can’t select some horizontal faces anymore and I will get the message: Something went wrong, but your design is intact. If I select a tool and then select the plane, I won’t…

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## [Platform help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/platform-help/23612)

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**Author:** [@Joenthan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Joenthan)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2023, 12:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/platform-help/23612 "2023-02-18T12:59:28Z")

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Hello, I am making a toothbrush with a disposable brush. The shape of the tootbrush itself is finished, now I just need the brush part. It is supposed to be a platform to hold the brush hairs. I was just wondering how I…

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## [Align a hole in a plate?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-a-hole-in-a-plate/21722)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2023, 11:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-a-hole-in-a-plate/21722 "2023-02-18T11:39:06Z")

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I’ve been trying to use the align tool to get the hole in the middle of the rectangular plate but no luck. I’ve looked at the help and several tutorials but these demonstrate with aligning circles or edges, not circles w…

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## [Best way to fill an odd-sized gap?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-way-to-fill-an-odd-sized-gap/24197)

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**Author:** [@Renschz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Renschz)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2023, 9:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-way-to-fill-an-odd-sized-gap/24197 "2023-02-18T09:12:56Z")

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Hi, I trying to find the best way to repair a flaw in my design. I accidently left an opening and would like it to just become a flat surface, perfectly level with the other geometry. Ideally I’d just extrude the portion…

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## [How do you create the appearance of a seam around a curved shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-create-the-appearance-of-a-seam-around-a-curved-shape/24114)

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**Author:** [@Ddobier](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ddobier)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 11:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-create-the-appearance-of-a-seam-around-a-curved-shape/24114 "2023-02-17T23:02:12Z")

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Hello. I have an organic shape (visualize a deformed apple). I want to make it appear there is a horizontal seam that goes around the whole shape so it looks like you could take it apart. How would one go about this? Is …

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## [Jewelry drawing (Necklace and earrings)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/jewelry-drawing-necklace-and-earrings/24173)

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**Author:** [@Sj938](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sj938)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 7:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/jewelry-drawing-necklace-and-earrings/24173 "2023-02-17T19:12:55Z")

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I am a newbie here but I am really interested in using this tool to bring my jewelry designs to life. I have seen ring videos posted online but I am interested in necklaces and earrings, I am wondering if someone can pos…

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## [Default program file extension](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/default-program-file-extension/24192)

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**Author:** [@ptegler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ptegler)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 3:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/default-program-file-extension/24192 "2023-02-17T15:35:39Z")

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Windows has .shapr file extension associated with the 3dshapr app. How can I associate .step/.stp extensions with the shapr app? I know how to associate programs with file types in windows, i just can’t figure out how …

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## [Draw a hole](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-a-hole/24186)

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**Author:** [@lisa333](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lisa333)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 3:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-a-hole/24186 "2023-02-17T15:31:11Z")

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Hey pros, I have a short question and I don’t find a proper solution. As you see in my picture I am trying to build this piece and I have a hard time to define where the “hole” is sitted. Like, I can either define the h…

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## [Export 3D with a Curve Files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-3d-with-a-curve-files/24153)

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**Author:** [@Tuni07](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tuni07)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 1:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-3d-with-a-curve-files/24153 "2023-02-17T13:51:32Z")

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Hello everyone! I am new here. I’ve been using Shapr for two weeks and love it. I use my models for CNC machining. Does anyone know if you can export a 3D model with the curve lines into to use for machining as well? We …

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## [Permanent construction lines](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/permanent-construction-lines/24184)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 8:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/permanent-construction-lines/24184 "2023-02-17T08:31:50Z")

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Is there a way to turn consturction lines on and keep them on untill one is done with it.

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## [Importing DXF file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-dxf-file/24174)

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**Author:** [@Tieres](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tieres)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 8:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-dxf-file/24174 "2023-02-17T08:25:51Z")

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I’m trying to import an DXF file created on Illustrator. After I import the file the drawing is completely empty. Nothing shows. I tried on my iPad and Desktop version. Any idea?

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## [Spirale circolare ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spirale-circolare/24144)

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**Author:** [@mattia](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mattia)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 16, 2023, 5:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spirale-circolare/24144 "2023-02-16T17:31:27Z")

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Salve, ho bisogno di aiuto, vorrei disegnare quasta resistenza spirale a cerchio, è ossibile farlo ? Grazie

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## [Shapr3d中文界面](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/16328)

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**Author:** [@a307118769](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/a307118769)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 16, 2023, 8:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/16328 "2023-02-16T08:12:43Z")

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Shapr3d中文界面什么时候可以用？

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## [Align text around the inside of a circle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-text-around-the-inside-of-a-circle/24121)

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**Author:** [@kshapley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kshapley)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 16, 2023, 4:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-text-around-the-inside-of-a-circle/24121 "2023-02-16T04:39:22Z")

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I have a circle and wish to align text to the inside of the circle, but have no idea how that can be accomplished. Same as you would see on a Tachometer.

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## [Create a dome](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-dome/24148)

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**Author:** [@Cpat39](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cpat39)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 16, 2023, 3:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-a-dome/24148 "2023-02-16T03:37:07Z")

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Trying to create a Dome. Have watched YouTube - Hollow Sphere Tutorial for Shapr3D by J Lake 3D several times and never can delete the center of the dome to hollow out. Have tried both Revolve and Shell method shown in v…

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## [Alias or referenced objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/alias-or-referenced-objects/24127)

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**Author:** [@mdelrossi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mdelrossi)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 15, 2023, 5:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/alias-or-referenced-objects/24127 "2023-02-15T05:08:58Z")

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I’m trying to get around the limitations of creating a cutlist for wood working. I’ve modeled a cabinet with drawers and made a copy of the parts so I can lay them out on a sheet of plywood. However after doing that I …

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## [What is the best approach to design a organic shape?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-best-approach-to-design-a-organic-shape/24095)

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**Author:** [@Ddobier](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ddobier)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2023, 10:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-best-approach-to-design-a-organic-shape/24095 "2023-02-14T22:24:28Z")

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I’ve been trying to design something similar to this: Cute Planet #004 – The Explorer by Tran Mau Tri Tam ✪ for UI8 on Dribbble I’ve drawn a front sketch and a side sketch and tried things like revolve using those but i…

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## [File Location](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-location/24116)

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**Author:** [@TeeBeeCee](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TeeBeeCee)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2023, 9:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-location/24116 "2023-02-14T21:51:53Z")

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I am using Shapr on an iPad. File syncing is turned on. Where are the files stored? I need to import the file to a slicer running on a Windows computer. I would like to know if the files are located locally on iPad, and …

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## [Any Align bug known?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/any-align-bug-known/24109)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_b](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peter_b)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2023, 8:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/any-align-bug-known/24109 "2023-02-14T20:22:05Z")

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I am trying to align this headgear to that face freshly extruded and hole cut and it will tell me: Yeah, I cant read it either, hope this light grey on white stops in the next updates. Now the problem is I did thi…

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## [Best way to widen a model that’s not scaling](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-way-to-widen-a-model-that-s-not-scaling/24115)

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**Author:** [@Mataway](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mataway)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2023, 7:59am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-way-to-widen-a-model-that-s-not-scaling/24115 "2023-02-14T07:59:16Z")

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Howdy, I’m just starting to get into Shapr3D and I’m working on a table for the pizza oven I’m building. I’ve finished the model but realized it really should be about 2” wider. If I select everything and scale the mode…

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## [Crease in Guided Loft](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crease-in-guided-loft/24076)

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**Author:** [@draw-a-matchman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/draw-a-matchman)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2023, 7:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crease-in-guided-loft/24076 "2023-02-14T07:40:57Z")

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I am trying to create a horn shape using the loft: The result: I tried to rotate the circle of the small end with no luck. Shapr3d insist loft to flipped side.

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## [Help with creating guitar neck transitions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-creating-guitar-neck-transitions/24103)

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**Author:** [@raytristani](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/raytristani)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 11:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-creating-guitar-neck-transitions/24103 "2023-02-13T23:20:09Z")

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Hello Shapr3D wizards! I have been trying unsuccessfully to create transitions between guitar headstocks and necks. I was wondering if anyone had some tips on how I coud best accomplish this with Shapr3D. First, a pictu…

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## [Dumb dumb here, trying to find the best way to make a basic pill shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dumb-dumb-here-trying-to-find-the-best-way-to-make-a-basic-pill-shape/24075)

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**Author:** [@RainbowCorn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RainbowCorn)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 5:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dumb-dumb-here-trying-to-find-the-best-way-to-make-a-basic-pill-shape/24075 "2023-02-13T17:45:12Z")

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I think I am thinking too much into this. I have watched a ton of tutorials and spend a lot of the day just trying to figure out the basics. I know that there’s probably multiple and I’m sure easy ways to make what is ba…

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## [All setches go into one Item](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/all-setches-go-into-one-item/24092)

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**Author:** [@cnemitz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cnemitz)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 3:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/all-setches-go-into-one-item/24092 "2023-02-13T15:10:38Z")

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I am new to Shapr3d all the sudden when creating new sketch all sketches are going into the same item, I can not seperate the items individually make changes.

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## [Ellipses dimension in 2d drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ellipses-dimension-in-2d-drawing/24091)

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**Author:** [@Nsk0912](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nsk0912)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 7:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ellipses-dimension-in-2d-drawing/24091 "2023-02-13T07:02:46Z")

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Hi I am new here. I am making a technical drawing of an ellipse-shaped plinth. When I export the body as a 2D drawing, it is not possible to have any points to show to dimension of the ellipse. is there any way to show …

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## [Stylus on windows laptop with touchscreen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stylus-on-windows-laptop-with-touchscreen/24034)

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**Author:** [@doctortropico](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/doctortropico)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 6:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stylus-on-windows-laptop-with-touchscreen/24034 "2023-02-13T06:17:09Z")

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Hey So I got this aftermarket stylus and wanted to give it a go in Shapr3D. Unfortunately the pen acts just like my fingers. Is there a setting I am missing? I read the support page and found something about Surface ap…

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## [Water, how to visualize?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/water-how-to-visualize/22869)

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**Author:** [@Ubbe](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ubbe)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 2:42am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/water-how-to-visualize/22869 "2023-02-13T02:42:55Z")

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Water body.shapr (907.6 KB)… I have tried to visuailize a vessel floating on water. When I not in the visualization mode it sort of looks ok, but when I go into visualisation, I cannot get any resemblence of water.

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## [Wavy edge on cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wavy-edge-on-cylinder/24083)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2023, 8:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wavy-edge-on-cylinder/24083 "2023-02-12T20:41:27Z")

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Hello everyone, I‘m trying so solve a task, maybe someone can help please :slightly\_smiling\_face: A hollow cylinder is supposed to have a wave like ending. Unfortunately the projection tool does not work because it is …

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