# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=141

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## [Windows interface and sync](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-interface-and-sync/21476)

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**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 19, 2022, 7:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-interface-and-sync/21476 "2022-09-19T19:54:44Z")

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@Istvan\_CEO\_Shapr3D The windows interface has a different lay-out compared to the ios interface. One of the most annoying things is that when you open the design folder view and go into an underlying folder, the arrow b…

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## [Imperial Drawing Scale?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/imperial-drawing-scale/21465)

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**Author:** [@seanoskea](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/seanoskea)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 19, 2022, 4:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/imperial-drawing-scale/21465 "2022-09-19T16:28:36Z")

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Looks like a great tool, however, us Yankies that are still stuck in the 19th century need to produce drawings in imperial scales like 1:24, 1:48 etc. Your drawing scales seem to only allow for base-ten scales. Is there …

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## [Creating mold profile for foundry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-mold-profile-for-foundry/21474)

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**Author:** [@tornadogr1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/tornadogr1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 19, 2022, 11:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-mold-profile-for-foundry/21474 "2022-09-19T11:47:44Z")

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Hi I need to send a design to a foundry, therefore for the molds that they use I need to create my design in two halves, each face (of which there are many) needs ot have a 1,5° deform to enable it to be removed from th…

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## [Tutorials are not up to date, Perpetual subscription, corporate ethics](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorials-are-not-up-to-date-perpetual-subscription-corporate-ethics/21457)

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**Author:** [@ThresholdEngineering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ThresholdEngineering)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2022, 5:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorials-are-not-up-to-date-perpetual-subscription-corporate-ethics/21457 "2022-09-18T17:45:35Z")

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I just downloaded Shapr3D a couple weeks ago and explored a bit on my own. (MacBook) I am prepared to purchase a CAD application for freelance design projects. I’ve been a mechanical designer for decades, Unigraphics, S…

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## [CVE-2022-39143 A vulnerability has been identified in Parasolid](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cve-2022-39143-a-vulnerability-has-been-identified-in-parasolid/21409)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2022, 4:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cve-2022-39143-a-vulnerability-has-been-identified-in-parasolid/21409 "2022-09-18T16:23:28Z")

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Is Shapr3D exposed to this issue? pdf A vulnerability has been identified in Parasolid V33.1 (All versions \< V33.1.262), Parasolid V33.1 (All versions \>= V33.1.262 \< V33.1.263), Parasolid V34.0 (All versions \< V34.0…

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## [Threads (again)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/threads-again/21468)

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**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2022, 10:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/threads-again/21468 "2022-09-18T10:31:05Z")

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@Istvan\_CEO\_Shapr3D I have a request regarding the Revolve tool. Designing threads (or any helical body) can be done with the Revolve tool. Just tell how many revolutions and state the height you need and you’re done. …

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## [Invalid body when printing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/invalid-body-when-printing/4953)

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**Author:** [@jrhjrh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jrhjrh)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2022, 7:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/invalid-body-when-printing/4953 "2022-09-18T07:40:30Z")

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I’ve imported an STP file, created elsewhere. It imports and displays just fine. When I try to export to 3D print I get “Wxport Warning, There are invalid bodies in the model that cannot be exported”. If I try t continue…

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## [How can I change the wideness of a profile?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-change-the-wideness-of-a-profile/21437)

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**Author:** [@lisa333](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lisa333)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 8:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-change-the-wideness-of-a-profile/21437 "2022-09-17T20:58:41Z")

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Hey there, I love working with shapr3d but I have a question that would save me lots of time…I am a cad newbie. Imagine I have a metall profile and I want to reduce it from 80mm wideness to 60mm wideness but the materi…

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## [X Y & Z co-ordinates](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/x-y-z-co-ordinates/21439)

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**Author:** [@Scott78](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Scott78)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 7:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/x-y-z-co-ordinates/21439 "2022-09-17T19:34:46Z")

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Hi, I draw buildings using Shapr3D and I add standard doors and windows by importing them into my design. Now I can drag the windows/doors into the place I want but for another project I need to know the X Y & Z co-ordin…

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## [Mold / impression](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mold-impression/21412)

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**Author:** [@K1llatrav](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/K1llatrav)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 5:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mold-impression/21412 "2022-09-17T17:48:20Z")

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I am trying to create a mold from a design I made… how do I take an impression out of a rectangle block?

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## [3D human body parts for modeling](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-human-body-parts-for-modeling/21443)

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**Author:** [@Inventor23](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Inventor23)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 2:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-human-body-parts-for-modeling/21443 "2022-09-17T14:21:37Z")

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I’m working on the 3D modeling a metal brooch | Shapr3D step-by-step tutorial and there is a human bust in the project so you can position the brooch on the body to determine how it would look on a person. Does anyone kn…

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## [How to create a cone?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-cone/21452)

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**Author:** [@pratyushR](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pratyushR)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 7:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-cone/21452 "2022-09-17T07:34:45Z")

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hello there, noob here just got starting around to do CAD. how do i make a cone in shapr3d. i know we can extrude a circle and use the angle option to make it a cone but that makes it’s height less than the intended he…

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## [Reduce Space on iPad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reduce-space-on-ipad/21438)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 6:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reduce-space-on-ipad/21438 "2022-09-16T18:34:27Z")

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One challenge since sync has started is now all the designs on on the Mac AND the iPad. The iPad does not have a lot of extra disk space. Is there a way I can have some designs not sync to iPad so it does not run out of …

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## [Sync process](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-process/21431)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 1:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-process/21431 "2022-09-16T13:10:43Z")

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Sync is a great feature but i think it would be nice if you could pick the files you to have sync instead of syncing all of the designs. I think this could speed up some of the process when working on large designs, just…

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## [Impossible to import a dxf into my design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/impossible-to-import-a-dxf-into-my-design/21419)

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**Author:** [@Daca](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Daca)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 10:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/impossible-to-import-a-dxf-into-my-design/21419 "2022-09-16T10:09:26Z")

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Hello, I created a quite complex design in Illustrator to do a engraving into one of my design. When I try to import the dxf (or the dwg) the loading is never ending. There’s something tha can i do to complete the operat…

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## [Visualization in Windows app](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualization-in-windows-app/21303)

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**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 1:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualization-in-windows-app/21303 "2022-09-15T13:55:36Z")

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Today I updated the windows app and found the Visualisation functionality. Nice, but… Are you guys aware that when Visualisation function is on, the 3D cube to rotate the design is gone? Quite unfortunate.

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## [' Adding logo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-logo/21424)

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**Author:** [@Richardm](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Richardm)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 5:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-logo/21424 "2022-09-15T17:54:18Z")

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Is it possible to have a logo embossed onto a design using logo formats already created for printing purposes hope this makes sense. I have a logo in different formats for van decals and clothing embroidery etc, wonderi…

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## [Shapr files for purchase](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-files-for-purchase/15188)

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**Author:** [@SgtBilko](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SgtBilko)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 3:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-files-for-purchase/15188 "2022-09-15T15:53:14Z")

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I am using Shapr3D for a particular project (astronomy / 3D printing related) and I am content to learn the basics (plus a bit) to design the parts I need but when it comes to designing a spur gear and rack gear to fit I…

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## ['Referrals](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/referrals/17506)

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**Author:** [@Peterjfirth](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peterjfirth)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 3:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/referrals/17506 "2022-09-15T15:13:55Z")

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Is there a referrals scheme to motivate product promotion? .

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## [Midpoint of line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/midpoint-of-line/1677)

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**Author:** [@Combofoods](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Combofoods)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2017, 2:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/midpoint-of-line/1677 "2017-11-10T14:25:15Z")

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I need help on how to drag the line thru its midpoint. Is there any way i can adjust the setting of osnap so i can select the object thru midpoint?

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## [Where to start with complex shape - sculpture](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/where-to-start-with-complex-shape-sculpture/21404)

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**Author:** [@Differentiasp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Differentiasp)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 14, 2022, 5:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/where-to-start-with-complex-shape-sculpture/21404 "2022-09-14T17:32:46Z")

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Oh boy how do i make this model from my sketch. For now it doesnt have ro be super accurate but something to help me explain the concept. By the way its 6 metres tall. Thanks in advance to this clever community. Steve …

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## [How to draw a pyramid?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-pyramid/20806)

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**Author:** [@stone](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stone)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [September 14, 2022, 10:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-pyramid/20806 "2022-09-14T10:15:03Z")

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Hello, I want to draw a pyramid where all sides are an equilateral triangle. I’ve tried using planes at an angle, and adjusting the angle after extrusion. (if I only knew the exact angle? ) So, 4 sided, all sides a…

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## [Placing sketch point at precise locations](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/placing-sketch-point-at-precise-locations/21366)

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**Author:** [@Michael1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Michael1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 14, 2022, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/placing-sketch-point-at-precise-locations/21366 "2022-09-14T07:14:16Z")

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Hi folks, I’ve decided its time to start digging into Shapr3d more I have continued to default to the tool I’m most comfortable with and since I’ve been a paying customer for a while I figure I should start to use Shapr …

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## [How to organize projects (Windows)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-organize-projects-windows/17424)

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**Author:** [@KOfromNY](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/KOfromNY)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2022, 10:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-organize-projects-windows/17424 "2022-09-13T22:44:57Z")

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I just started using Shapr3D for Windows yesterday so my question may seem trivial to the vast group of users. I am used to file menus (Open, Save, Save as, etc) and the closest to that I can find is Import and Export. C…

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## [DWG Export Failed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dwg-export-failed/21351)

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**Author:** [@WillEdge](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WillEdge)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2022, 8:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dwg-export-failed/21351 "2022-09-13T08:57:05Z")

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Dear all creators, I can’t export this sketch to a 2D drawing as DWG. I met this problem several times and I can’t fix it. I worked on both M1 iPad and Mac.

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## [Align Sketch to Spline](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-sketch-to-spline/21278)

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**Author:** [@aanderson.io](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/aanderson.io)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2022, 5:36am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-sketch-to-spline/21278 "2022-09-13T05:36:02Z")

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I am trying to figure out if I can align several different sketches to a spline where the spline would serve as the backbone and the sketches would be lofted together along the spline. Is this possible? How would I acc…

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## [Importing objects/residential remodels](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-objects-residential-remodels/21359)

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**Author:** [@jarrett](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jarrett)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2022, 12:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-objects-residential-remodels/21359 "2022-09-13T00:02:14Z")

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My main gig is kitchen and bath remodels. I find Shapr3d amazing for furniture design and initial rendering, but something that saves a great deal of time with other programs (sketchup/fusion) is that I have endless abi…

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## [Mass Property Calculations](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mass-property-calculations/21358)

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**Author:** [@molligdj](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/molligdj)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mass-property-calculations/21358 "2022-09-12T13:35:34Z")

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Is there a way to include / associate densities with materials in the material library to determine the weight of bodies in models. Displaying weight would be a good start then determining centers of mass, moments of ine…

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## [How to get rid of drawing sheet title box and border?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-get-rid-of-drawing-sheet-title-box-and-border/21354)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 12:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-get-rid-of-drawing-sheet-title-box-and-border/21354 "2022-09-12T12:14:09Z")

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I want to have 2D drawings 1:1 without the title box and border so I can send it directly to my CNC with out need to delete those first. How do I turn off the autogenerated stuff?

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## [How to build this……](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-build-this/21320)

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**Author:** [@RaymondW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RaymondW)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 3:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-build-this/21320 "2022-09-12T03:12:50Z")

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I like this design and thought it is easy to build but …… fail to do it many times and not even close particularly the turning point with big circle alike integrated, can anyone give me some hints?

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