# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=125

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## [Thinking about buying the software. Need some insight first!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/thinking-about-buying-the-software-need-some-insight-first/23692)

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**Author:** [@JonathanB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JonathanB)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2023, 9:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/thinking-about-buying-the-software-need-some-insight-first/23692 "2023-01-21T21:50:21Z")

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Hello everyone, I am a jeweler entering the cad field. This software seems very intuitive and perfect for my line of work but im not exactly sure if shapr3d is right for me. I would need to build out jewelery pieces. Fo…

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## [Launch of the Array feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/launch-of-the-array-feature/22987)

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**Author:** [@sahmed6363](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sahmed6363)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2023, 8:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/launch-of-the-array-feature/22987 "2023-01-21T20:18:24Z")

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we need the array feature for our models. please let us know when the feature is set to launch. thanks!

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## [Desktop shortcut on windows](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/desktop-shortcut-on-windows/23691)

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**Author:** [@geronimo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/geronimo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2023, 6:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/desktop-shortcut-on-windows/23691 "2023-01-21T18:51:06Z")

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hello there. I would like to create a shortcut on the desktop of a windows 11 computer. but unfortunately i can’t find the installation directory. unfortunately, there is no option to create a desktop shortcut directl…

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## [Tapered Sides](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tapered-sides/23661)

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**Author:** [@Donnercruz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Donnercruz)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2023, 9:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tapered-sides/23661 "2023-01-21T09:09:39Z")

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I’m designing a cup holder for a wheel chair. I’m wondering how to create tapers. I need two different tapers. I’m creating a ring for a cup to slide into. It needs a slightly tapered inner surface. I’m creating …

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## [Can not rotate face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-not-rotate-face/23673)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_b](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peter_b)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2023, 8:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-not-rotate-face/23673 "2023-01-20T20:35:14Z")

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I can not rotate this face 45° as I did with the lower part and I dunno why. I pulled up the first part of the block sketched a rectangle on top to be able to separate at specific height and then pulled up more. I can n…

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## [Knurling/Pattern not Rendering or won't pattern well](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/knurling-pattern-not-rendering-or-wont-pattern-well/23664)

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**Author:** [@oceanthrsty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/oceanthrsty)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2023, 4:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/knurling-pattern-not-rendering-or-wont-pattern-well/23664 "2023-01-20T16:56:17Z")

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I have some cylinders in my model that I projected a rectangle on to. I then extruded it, and filleted the outer edges. I then tried to use the pattern tool to have it repeat around the cylinder. Each time I tried it wou…

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## [Drill hole with included angle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drill-hole-with-included-angle/23656)

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**Author:** [@priyank](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/priyank)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2023, 12:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drill-hole-with-included-angle/23656 "2023-01-20T12:35:49Z")

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Hello. This is Priyank. I need to drill holes with included angle. The default extrude command make the bottom of the hole flat. What i need is included angle like 118 degrees or 90 degrees. What is the best way to do …

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## [Finding Intersection Quickly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/finding-intersection-quickly/23653)

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**Author:** [@mailseckelman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mailseckelman)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2023, 10:59am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/finding-intersection-quickly/23653 "2023-01-20T10:59:50Z")

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I am currently having to run a two step process to find the intersection just to draw a line across a box and was wondering if there was a faster more efficient way to do this. I made a 1 min video explaining what’s goin…

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## [Can I make a design that steam tracing line on the pipe with flange and various valves?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-i-make-a-design-that-steam-tracing-line-on-the-pipe-with-flange-and-various-valves/23490)

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**Author:** [@MKPark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MKPark)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [January 19, 2023, 8:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-i-make-a-design-that-steam-tracing-line-on-the-pipe-with-flange-and-various-valves/23490 "2023-01-19T20:33:08Z")

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If it is possible to draw steam tracing, what functions should I use? I look forward to your kind reply. Thank you.

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## [Discord app?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/discord-app/23657)

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**Author:** [@swebal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/swebal)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 19, 2023, 2:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/discord-app/23657 "2023-01-19T14:40:58Z")

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I can’t find this forum in the discord app, is it a stand-alone installation?

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## [2D draw STL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-draw-stl/23649)

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**Author:** [@Creative8eight](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Creative8eight)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2023, 10:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-draw-stl/23649 "2023-01-18T22:01:49Z")

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If I import a STL I cant highlight it to create a 2d drawing, am I missing something?

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## [Visualisation anomaly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualisation-anomaly/23631)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2023, 11:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualisation-anomaly/23631 "2023-01-18T11:54:42Z")

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Just noticed this anomaly in visualisation. These are 2 seperate parts that were colourised seperatly. When they are joined as 1 part these lines appear

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## [Where is the APP?!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/where-is-the-app/23636)

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**Author:** [@ptegler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ptegler)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2023, 9:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/where-is-the-app/23636 "2023-01-17T21:54:52Z")

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I have a contour Shuttle Pro, works as a mouse, but the extra buttons can be set to other commands within the app (lets you even build your own macros) that let’s me . OK… so the issue is… WHERE THE HECK IS THE SHAPR3d…

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## [Dxf logo import](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-logo-import/23635)

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**Author:** [@Neolin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Neolin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2023, 9:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-logo-import/23635 "2023-01-17T21:32:12Z")

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Im trying to import a .dxf file containing my logo for 3D prints. The program is stuck at spinnig wheel - why? I cannot attach zip/dxf file :confused:

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## [Object pattern manipulation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-pattern-manipulation/23630)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2023, 9:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-pattern-manipulation/23630 "2023-01-17T21:21:15Z")

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Good eveningI made this pattern as per the attached photo. After making the copies i realised that i needed to adjust the width of the parts but have to do it for each individual part. Is it possible to adjust one part…

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## [Removing a face unwanted result](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/removing-a-face-unwanted-result/23614)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_b](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peter_b)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 16, 2023, 4:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/removing-a-face-unwanted-result/23614 "2023-01-16T16:56:59Z")

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I am trying to connect two Gridfinity STEP squares I have mirrored. Removing or moving two faces resuts in a pointy edge. Tried marking lines adjacent faces. Out of ideas.

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## [Trying to pinch something insider a close squre](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trying-to-pinch-something-insider-a-close-squre/23616)

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**Author:** [@Ahasun587](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ahasun587)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 16, 2023, 4:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trying-to-pinch-something-insider-a-close-squre/23616 "2023-01-16T16:40:57Z")

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I try to skatch a pool table and I cannot pinch any thing that inside or touch any thing How I remove the upper skatch

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## [Resizing Hexagon intrusion or extrusion](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resizing-hexagon-intrusion-or-extrusion/23545)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_b](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peter_b)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 16, 2023, 11:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resizing-hexagon-intrusion-or-extrusion/23545 "2023-01-16T11:01:54Z")

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Jónapot. I think this problem not only applies to the hexagon but all geometric forms, the hexagon is just a good example. If you draw a hexagon and in- or extrude it it is really hard to resize as you can not see or set…

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## [SWEEP tool help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-tool-help/23600)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 16, 2023, 1:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-tool-help/23600 "2023-01-16T01:46:19Z")

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I am trying the SWEEP tool just to test what it does and if I understand how to use it. So, I started with a simple circle plain. Then I drew a line from the center of the circle. Seems simple enough. I then selected the…

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## [BUG Tap and hold to select/copy not working](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-tap-and-hold-to-select-copy-not-working/23461)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2023, 5:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-tap-and-hold-to-select-copy-not-working/23461 "2023-01-15T17:04:26Z")

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OK, I forgot what the feature is called. It it where you tap and hold on the screen and drag to select items. I tried this then I tried taping on “Copy” to make a copy of said items selected in the previous step. Even th…

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## [Keep losing selection](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keep-losing-selection/23584)

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**Author:** [@Moneyshirt](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Moneyshirt)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2023, 1:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keep-losing-selection/23584 "2023-01-15T13:26:38Z")

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Whenever I use the undo function, I lose my selection. It often takes a lot of tapping and rotating and pinching to get my selection. It is often arduous. Then I’ll do something I didn’t want and have to undo. Then I’ll …

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## [How do you distribute a certain number of holes evenly on a sphere's surface?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-distribute-a-certain-number-of-holes-evenly-on-a-spheres-surface/23585)

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**Author:** [@Chris8008](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chris8008)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2023, 12:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-distribute-a-certain-number-of-holes-evenly-on-a-spheres-surface/23585 "2023-01-15T12:07:27Z")

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Hello, who could help me please? Thank you very much Kind Regards from Germany Chris

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## [How to partially raise shape that’s projected onto non-planar cylinder?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-partially-raise-shape-that-s-projected-onto-non-planar-cylinder/23560)

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**Author:** [@Jrm1025](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jrm1025)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2023, 5:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-partially-raise-shape-that-s-projected-onto-non-planar-cylinder/23560 "2023-01-14T17:26:58Z")

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Hi, fairly new to shapr, so forgive me if there is a basic solution to this question, but how would I go about raising part of a rounded arm shape that’s been projected onto a cylindrical non-planar object? It’s difficul…

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## [How to arrange an array of objects on a circle by degree?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-arrange-an-array-of-objects-on-a-circle-by-degree/23588)

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**Author:** [@rpolito](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rpolito)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2023, 3:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-arrange-an-array-of-objects-on-a-circle-by-degree/23588 "2023-01-14T15:32:43Z")

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Hello, I am designing a watch dial and want to place the indices. Thus I want to place an array of objects on a circle with the distance of 30° between the indices. Is there a quick function to do so? Greetings

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## [Version 5.290.0.4632](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/version-5-290-0-4632/23582)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2023, 5:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/version-5-290-0-4632/23582 "2023-01-14T05:46:10Z")

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what is the new updates for Version 5.290.0.4632 haven’t been able to see anything on it. Thank you

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## [Need help with drawing a pattern - truncated cone](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-with-drawing-a-pattern-truncated-cone/23556)

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**Author:** [@D.konczal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/D.konczal)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2023, 6:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-with-drawing-a-pattern-truncated-cone/23556 "2023-01-13T18:06:17Z")

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Hello, I want to make drawings of lampshades for cutting machine. Could someone tell me how I can do it? Thanks in advance, Damian

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## [Polygon with a hole in it](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/polygon-with-a-hole-in-it/23575)

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**Author:** [@Moneyshirt](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Moneyshirt)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2023, 4:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/polygon-with-a-hole-in-it/23575 "2023-01-13T16:16:41Z")

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I have drawn a polygon. I want this polygon to have a hole in it. It’s not a body so I can’t just extrude it. I just want to delete a selected section of the center of the polygon like I would do in any image manipulatio…

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## [Sketch layers hack](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketch-layers-hack/23571)

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**Author:** [@baumer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/baumer)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2023, 3:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketch-layers-hack/23571 "2023-01-13T15:50:38Z")

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I have a use case where I need to draw a few blocks in 2D and give them separate layers/names so I can give them different properties for a computer code (which takes in a .dxf file). Shapr3D does not support layers, but…

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## [Converting STL of my logo to Sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/converting-stl-of-my-logo-to-sketch/23539)

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**Author:** [@oceanthrsty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/oceanthrsty)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2023, 6:10am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/converting-stl-of-my-logo-to-sketch/23539 "2023-01-13T06:10:18Z")

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I have made a mesh STL file out of our logo. I have the illustrator and EPS files, so if I should do this a different way, just tell me. I am trying to get our logo so I can extrude it into a part. I know Shapr doesn’…

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## [Could we have a options for screen capture resolution?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/could-we-have-a-options-for-screen-capture-resolution/18359)

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**Author:** [@Gene](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gene)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2022, 6:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/could-we-have-a-options-for-screen-capture-resolution/18359 "2022-11-05T06:23:33Z")

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when I do a screen capture .I founded capture the picture is on a low resolution. Not enough for show to customer.

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