# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=15

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## [Help With Subtraction](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-subtraction/39859)

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**Author:** [@Commander](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Commander)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 6:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-subtraction/39859 "2025-11-28T06:01:28Z")

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I am trying to subtract an extruded body from 8 smaller bodies. They would be 4 bodies butthey would not Unionize. This is just 2 of them emulation the problem. I would show more images but I can only have one image…

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## [Deleting sketch deletes body…why? It didn’t do this in the past](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/deleting-sketch-deletes-body-why-it-didn-t-do-this-in-the-past/39832)

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**Author:** [@CurlyBee](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CurlyBee)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2025, 11:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/deleting-sketch-deletes-body-why-it-didn-t-do-this-in-the-past/39832 "2025-11-24T23:23:01Z")

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I noticed a few versions back that something had changed. I frequently use a lot of “sketches” to create bodies, and in the past to keep things neat, I would delete the sketches once the body was complete. Now, when I …

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## [Pan with right mouse button in NX navigation preset not working](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pan-with-right-mouse-button-in-nx-navigation-preset-not-working/39829)

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**Author:** [@teejk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/teejk)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2025, 5:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pan-with-right-mouse-button-in-nx-navigation-preset-not-working/39829 "2025-11-24T17:09:39Z")

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When selecting the NX Navigation Preset on MacOS Version 5.970.0 (9661) the second pan option (hold down right mouse button to pan) does not work. The first one does though (shift + middle mouse). Note that the image f…

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## [Keeping a "drawing" together](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keeping-a-drawing-together/39825)

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**Author:** [@GeorgeTDS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GeorgeTDS)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 23, 2025, 4:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keeping-a-drawing-together/39825 "2025-11-23T16:52:04Z")

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Hello! I have imported a DXF of an image into my project. My goal is to have the image be a mark on my object that I plan on 3D printing. I would like to be able to have the image remained centred in relationship to m…

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## [Draw a line to join two points on different planes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-a-line-to-join-two-points-on-different-planes/39823)

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**Author:** [@mhek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mhek)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 21, 2025, 9:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-a-line-to-join-two-points-on-different-planes/39823 "2025-11-21T21:21:29Z")

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I understand you don’t support 3d curves. Do you have another solution? I’m trying to draw a cable and connect the ends on different planes. https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new L

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## [can't log on windows](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-log-on-windows/39818)

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**Author:** [@pal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pal)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 21, 2025, 3:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-log-on-windows/39818 "2025-11-21T15:44:36Z")

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Hello, I'm having trouble logging into Windows 10. When I click "Sign in," it opens a webpage with my account already logged in. If I log out and log back in, nothing happens in my Windows program. Do you have any ideas …

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## [Could you please assist me with the following two questions? experienced the program unexpectedly shutting down while drawing? Additionally, one of my drawings has unexpectedly zoomed out significantly,](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/could-you-please-assist-me-with-the-following-two-questions-experienced-the-program-unexpectedly-shutting-down-while-drawing-additionally-one-of-my-drawings-has-unexpectedly-zoomed-out-significantly/39814)

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**Author:** [@Manny1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Manny1)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 20, 2025, 1:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/could-you-please-assist-me-with-the-following-two-questions-experienced-the-program-unexpectedly-shutting-down-while-drawing-additionally-one-of-my-drawings-has-unexpectedly-zoomed-out-significantly/39814 "2025-11-20T13:37:06Z")

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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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## [Carved to get just the sheets](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/carved-to-get-just-the-sheets/39809)

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**Author:** [@Nico](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nico)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 19, 2025, 4:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/carved-to-get-just-the-sheets/39809 "2025-11-19T16:50:06Z")

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Easy task I suppose, here is a pedestal I built in shapr but I would like to just get the outside panel out of that solid. In real life I will use 18ga sheet of brass and I can use the tool shell at 0.04” to do so but th…

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## [Shapr3D Install for All Users](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-install-for-all-users/39812)

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**Author:** [@cjp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cjp)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2025, 2:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-install-for-all-users/39812 "2025-11-18T14:27:59Z")

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Has anyone been able to install Shapr3D for all users successfully? We have a design and technology PC suite at the school and we want any student to be able to log in and access Shapr3D.

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## [Wacom tablet on mac](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wacom-tablet-on-mac/39810)

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**Author:** [@chaotik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chaotik)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2025, 6:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wacom-tablet-on-mac/39810 "2025-11-18T06:01:28Z")

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I run shapr3d on my Mac mini, and would like to be able to use a wacom tablet for pen input instead of trying to sketch etc with the mouse. I understand that these tablets should be compatible with the Mac, and am wonde…

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## [Windows App not loggin me in?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-app-not-loggin-me-in/39786)

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**Author:** [@Gack](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gack)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 12:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-app-not-loggin-me-in/39786 "2025-11-16T00:14:53Z")

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New user, just registered on the website, activated my account, verified my email. Downloaded the Windows app, installed it and when I run it, it prompts me to log in: No matter which button I click, either “Get Starte…

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## [Resulting body wouldn't be valid - Aircraft nose](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resulting-body-wouldnt-be-valid-aircraft-nose/39800)

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**Author:** [@Borinod](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Borinod)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 15, 2025, 1:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resulting-body-wouldnt-be-valid-aircraft-nose/39800 "2025-11-15T13:24:25Z")

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Hello. I am trying to create the nose section of an Embraer ERJ-135 aircraft by using cross sections and the loft tool. I have made sure that each and every intersecting point is actually intersecting, yet I am unable to…

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## [New Version requires AVX2, how to go back to an older version?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-version-requires-avx2-how-to-go-back-to-an-older-version/39790)

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**Author:** [@pgmaker](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pgmaker)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2025, 11:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-version-requires-avx2-how-to-go-back-to-an-older-version/39790 "2025-11-14T11:52:15Z")

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We use Shapr3D at my school and are very thankful for the free educational version. Since Schools dont get the newest tech, our computers are old. I wanted to update Shapr3d and nor ist says “AVX2 is needed and you comp…

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## [Slopes and chamfering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/slopes-and-chamfering/39794)

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**Author:** [@AndersKlick](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AndersKlick)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2025, 1:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/slopes-and-chamfering/39794 "2025-11-14T01:08:47Z")

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How would I blend the edges or make it so that the shape of this boat cabin is more of an elliptical dome? when I try to blend the edges it separates the sketches and looks funky. I want it to be like a half teardrop dom…

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## [SpaceMouse Wireless inoperative with Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-wireless-inoperative-with-shapr3d/39781)

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**Author:** [@chrisbeale](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chrisbeale)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2025, 1:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-wireless-inoperative-with-shapr3d/39781 "2025-11-12T13:18:17Z")

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MacOS Tahoe 26.2 Shapr3D Version 5.980.0 (9712) 3D Connexion SpaceMouse Wireless (dongle version) not working with Shapr3D but OK with other apps.

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## [Question about creating precisely holes in big object to fit small objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-creating-precisely-holes-in-big-object-to-fit-small-objects/39774)

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**Author:** [@LHR123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LHR123)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 3:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-creating-precisely-holes-in-big-object-to-fit-small-objects/39774 "2025-11-11T15:21:15Z")

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Hi, I am a student, and I have been using Shapr3D with basic beginner-level workflows to create models such as ships and weapon equipment for use in video game projects. Previously, when I wanted to create a hole in a l…

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## [Grid disappears / behaves strangely after importing parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/grid-disappears-behaves-strangely-after-importing-parts/35631)

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**Author:** [@R.S](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/R.S)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 9:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/grid-disappears-behaves-strangely-after-importing-parts/35631 "2025-11-10T09:52:40Z")

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I’ve just noticed something ‘new’ on my iPad (Pro): When I import parts (mostly from GrabCad), the grid suddenly behaves strangely. When zooming in, the grid suddenly disappears. I have also noticed that the value in the…

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## [Delete a comment in link view](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/delete-a-comment-in-link-view/39768)

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**Author:** [@forest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/forest)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 8:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/delete-a-comment-in-link-view/39768 "2025-11-10T08:13:50Z")

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hello! i while back i created a link of a project that was in process and sent it to myself. i practiced making a comment. now, i’d like to make a screen video of that version of the model in the link before republishi…

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## [Sketching in mid air](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-in-mid-air/39773)

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**Author:** [@chaotik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chaotik)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2025, 7:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-in-mid-air/39773 "2025-11-09T19:43:01Z")

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One of my biggest problems with using Shapr3d for a little over a year as a elderly 73 year old hobbyist is that after creating a 2d sketch and then extruding it, when I attempt to sketch on some extruded surface and t…

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## [Basic measurements](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basic-measurements/39766)

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**Author:** [@jsfinchum](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsfinchum)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2025, 4:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basic-measurements/39766 "2025-11-08T16:04:41Z")

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I am having a hard time just getting started because I can’t figure out how to just show the measurements of what I am drawing. I am not sure why this is so hard. Can anyone tell me specifically how to show the measureme…

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## [3Dconnexion - issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3dconnexion-issue/39261)

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**Author:** [@3d\_11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/3d_11)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2025, 1:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3dconnexion-issue/39261 "2025-11-07T13:46:27Z")

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Issue: The SpaceMouse does not respond at all inside Shapr3D, even though it works normally in the 3Dconnexion Trainer. Accessibility and privacy permissions have already been granted in macOS settings. I also tried r…

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## [Can't open program](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-open-program/39697)

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**Author:** [@Paulie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Paulie)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2025, 1:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-open-program/39697 "2025-11-07T13:39:05Z")

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Yesterday I closed Shapr3d and when I went to re-open the program all I get is a slight flickering of the icon and nothing ( running Windows 10 on PC ). I’ve tried several ways to open the program and restarted the compu…

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## [Weld Symbols and Callouts (2D Prints)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weld-symbols-and-callouts-2d-prints/39748)

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**Author:** [@brandon-ase](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/brandon-ase)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2025, 5:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weld-symbols-and-callouts-2d-prints/39748 "2025-11-05T05:52:41Z")

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Are there any plans to add symbols and options for weld callouts in 2D prints? This would enhance the 2D print environment while expanding Shapr3D capabilities for it’s users, while eliminating the need to adjust prints…

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## [Perpetual License](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/perpetual-license/16296)

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**Author:** [@alvalencia235](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alvalencia235)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2025, 3:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/perpetual-license/16296 "2025-11-05T03:28:12Z")

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Hi, is there any future plan for perpetual license? I have subscribed for the annual plan, but i only used during small project. I don’t see much value on trying to renew if i’m only doing 5 to six project a year. pl…

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## [Im trying to make threads box](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/im-trying-to-make-threads-box/39744)

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**Author:** [@Reefly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Reefly)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 5:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/im-trying-to-make-threads-box/39744 "2025-11-03T17:50:34Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m new to 3D printing and design, but I’m eager to learn. I’m trying to figure out where I can find good information and tutorials on how to create something similar to the box in the pictures. First of a…

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## [I am trying to make a gauntlet, but I don’t know how. Does anyone know?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-am-trying-to-make-a-gauntlet-but-i-don-t-know-how-does-anyone-know/39743)

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**Author:** [@A11spark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/A11spark)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-am-trying-to-make-a-gauntlet-but-i-don-t-know-how-does-anyone-know/39743 "2025-11-03T17:18:19Z")

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I’ve done cosplay props. Now, I am trying to be able to do the armor and masks as well. I’m currently trying to make bracers and leg armor. If anyone knows how to do this, please reply.

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## [Shapr3D on my iMac crashes when open it](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-on-my-imac-crashes-when-open-it/39725)

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**Author:** [@lucazambrelli](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lucazambrelli)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 10:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-on-my-imac-crashes-when-open-it/39725 "2025-11-03T10:39:04Z")

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The program on my iMAC crashes when I open it. See below the log: Translated Report (Full Report Below) Process: Shapr3D \[53544\] Path: /Applications/Shapr3D.app/Contents/MacOS/Shapr3D …

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## [Put text on rectangle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/put-text-on-rectangle/39726)

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**Author:** [@daveh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/daveh)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 2, 2025, 6:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/put-text-on-rectangle/39726 "2025-11-02T18:58:51Z")

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I have a rectangle extruded 2mm. I want to add text to it. It feels impossible to do. My steps below will probably sound crazy and you’ll shake your head because there’s got to be an I make the text and it turns into l…

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## [Modify existing shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modify-existing-shape/39710)

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**Author:** [@ushenkov](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ushenkov)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 1, 2025, 6:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modify-existing-shape/39710 "2025-11-01T18:03:16Z")

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is there a way, without redrawing all my model to modify this arc? I would simply like to push this corner a bit. (Like we would normally do in blender by moving some vertexes. If there is any tutorials I missed feel …

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## [Appleple device mistakes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/appleple-device-mistakes/39724)

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**Author:** [@Aslan\_sh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Aslan_sh)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 1, 2025, 4:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/appleple-device-mistakes/39724 "2025-11-01T16:49:08Z")

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device problems. Easy to watch shared projects from Samsung, and can’t watch the same with Phone or iPad.

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