# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=155

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## [Riferimento schizzo da oggetto esistente](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/riferimento-schizzo-da-oggetto-esistente/19740)

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**Author:** [@Rotolo74](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rotolo74)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2022, 10:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/riferimento-schizzo-da-oggetto-esistente/19740 "2022-06-08T10:41:19Z")

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Buongiorno a tutti , sono nuovo in Shapr3d e mi piacerebbe imparare il suo utilizzo . Chiedo se sia possibile posizionare ad esempio un cerchio ad una certa distanza dal mio bordo dell’oggetto già creato … ho notat…

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## [Extrusion impossible on a closed sketch blue filled](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-impossible-on-a-closed-sketch-blue-filled/19703)

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**Author:** [@ecreatures](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ecreatures)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2022, 10:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrusion-impossible-on-a-closed-sketch-blue-filled/19703 "2022-06-08T10:15:41Z")

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Hi I imported a very simple sketch from dwg. It appears with a blue fill but it cannot be extruded. It raises an error. Lines are closed and the blue fill propose the up arrow for extrusion. When I drag the up arrow i…

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## [Unwanted subscription](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unwanted-subscription/19679)

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**Author:** [@salar](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/salar)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 8:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unwanted-subscription/19679 "2022-06-07T20:17:33Z")

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I’ve just been charged £214 for a subscription plan I never wanted. This app was free when I downloaded it over a year ago. No links, numbers etc to call customer service.

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## [3d animated](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-animated/19729)

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**Author:** [@1500FH](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/1500FH)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 5:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-animated/19729 "2022-06-07T17:47:45Z")

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Hello, I would like, from a Shapr3D file, to create a 3D view with animation for integration into a website. Do you have any advice for me? I work on an IpadPro and on a PC. Thanks in advance

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## [Wwdc 2022](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wwdc-2022/19726)

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**Author:** [@Vassi\_solutions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Vassi_solutions)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 4:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wwdc-2022/19726 "2022-06-07T16:27:56Z")

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I’m sure the team have an existing week with the WWDC and I wish you the best of luck :slight\_smile: I’m just having a quick look at some of the upcoming features in IpadOS and M2 that Shapr3d can take advantage of. Dr…

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## [How to set the mesh density for export?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-set-the-mesh-density-for-export/19674)

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**Author:** [@MarcG](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MarcG)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 2:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-set-the-mesh-density-for-export/19674 "2022-06-07T14:14:24Z")

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Hello, the mesh exports are very heavy. There is a high density of the mesh. Can we adjust the density of the mesh like in Rhino? I did not find this function in Sharp. Thank you for your answer. Marc

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## [Unlocking jammed program](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unlocking-jammed-program/19695)

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**Author:** [@Susantha01](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Susantha01)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 11:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unlocking-jammed-program/19695 "2022-06-07T11:25:32Z")

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While designing the program jammed. I am unable to continue

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## [Why loft not working in this case?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-loft-not-working-in-this-case/19638)

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**Author:** [@MrJack88](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MrJack88)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 9:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-loft-not-working-in-this-case/19638 "2022-06-07T09:21:52Z")

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I noticed it since loft was introduced. Why can’t I use it on edge to edge sketches?

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## [De-skew a mesh object](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/de-skew-a-mesh-object/19705)

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**Author:** [@drgnswrd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/drgnswrd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 9:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/de-skew-a-mesh-object/19705 "2022-06-06T21:29:22Z")

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I downloaded a mesh object and cut off the needed pieces to fix a 1980s toy. The mesh object is skewed almost 45 degrees off square. Can I fix it, and if so, how?

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## [Lofting. Can a Loft be edited after it has been completed?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-can-a-loft-be-edited-after-it-has-been-completed/19714)

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**Author:** [@jsc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsc)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 5:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-can-a-loft-be-edited-after-it-has-been-completed/19714 "2022-06-06T17:01:19Z")

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So I watched the two Twisted Ring videos and created a model following similar steps. Once the lofting sequences were finished and “Done” was executed, I found that I couldn’t go back and edit the lofts. Is the editing…

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## [Sketch on a plane hidden by a wall of the same body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketch-on-a-plane-hidden-by-a-wall-of-the-same-body/19680)

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**Author:** [@automatom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/automatom)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 2:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketch-on-a-plane-hidden-by-a-wall-of-the-same-body/19680 "2022-06-06T14:35:37Z")

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So I generally use isolate mode to get into tight areas to sketch, but in this instance I’m trying to sketch on the inside of a cube shaped body and it seems double-tapping the plane to enter sketch mode is pointless bec…

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## [System Requirements](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/system-requirements/19688)

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**Author:** [@armstrmw](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/armstrmw)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 6:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/system-requirements/19688 "2022-06-05T18:27:41Z")

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I have an M1 Mac mini I’ve been running shapr on for a while. It runs great. I do however find as models get more complex with high numbers of parts it can start to slow down. What hardware does shapr use the most? RAM,…

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## [Video box in the way of the tutorial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/video-box-in-the-way-of-the-tutorial/19701)

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**Author:** [@kd5oek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kd5oek)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 6:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/video-box-in-the-way-of-the-tutorial/19701 "2022-06-05T18:20:44Z")

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So, I came across an interesting issue. After starting Shapr3D for the first time and working through the tutorial section I could not move forward because the video box was in the way which blocked the parts i needed…

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## [Spline](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spline/19692)

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**Author:** [@KyoWu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/KyoWu)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 9:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spline/19692 "2022-06-05T09:52:27Z")

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Hey Guys, when I tried to draw a spline using my Apple Pencil I can only draw 2 points. When I try to draw the 3rd point it just does not work do you know why?

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## [Surface modelling](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/surface-modelling/19690)

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**Author:** [@Gusriwandi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gusriwandi)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 6:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/surface-modelling/19690 "2022-06-05T06:34:30Z")

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Is it possible to add surface modelling feature in Shapr3D , so if we have a close loop curve in 3D, we can build a face than face into volume….

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## [Can someone let me know where i can download or find the beta version of Sync?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-someone-let-me-know-where-i-can-download-or-find-the-beta-version-of-sync/19669)

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**Author:** [@KyoWu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/KyoWu)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 11:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-someone-let-me-know-where-i-can-download-or-find-the-beta-version-of-sync/19669 "2022-06-04T23:17:40Z")

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I know the beta version of Sync has been released, but i do not have that version, can support team let me know where i can download it? I am using IPad Pro

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## [I’m new to shapr3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-m-new-to-shapr3d/19665)

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**Author:** [@Smut76](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Smut76)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 9:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-m-new-to-shapr3d/19665 "2022-06-04T21:48:37Z")

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Can you use obj files on Shapr3D? I’ve seen a few sites where they offer ready made 3d objects to print.

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## [Ipad mini 6 with 5.140 is unstable](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-mini-6-with-5-140-is-unstable/19641)

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**Author:** [@Dimexart](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dimexart)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 12:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-mini-6-with-5-140-is-unstable/19641 "2022-06-04T12:36:08Z")

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Need help! It is crashing everytime, even on simple modelling like trying to chamfer simple box. But luckily it saves the backup, but without last done action in app.

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## [Update crash](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/update-crash/19659)

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**Author:** [@Gusriwandi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gusriwandi)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 10:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/update-crash/19659 "2022-06-04T10:29:12Z")

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Just update the app to this version…crash many times on very light sketch…

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## [Wacom Tablet and Splines](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wacom-tablet-and-splines/19658)

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**Author:** [@sartosa](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sartosa)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 7:10am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wacom-tablet-and-splines/19658 "2022-06-04T07:10:56Z")

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Hi, I am new to Shapr3d and I am currently testing the app on an Ipad Air which works perfectly fine and on a iMac with Wacom Intuous Pro Pen Tablet. I am running into following problem: while the navigation with the W…

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## [App always crash after up iPadOS 15.6](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/app-always-crash-after-up-ipados-15-6/19661)

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**Author:** [@Karoonchai](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Karoonchai)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 10:30am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/app-always-crash-after-up-ipados-15-6/19661 "2022-06-03T10:30:07Z")

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Sad…. App always crash after up iPadOS 15.6

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## [Object or Body Horizontal Alignment Across Another Body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-or-body-horizontal-alignment-across-another-body/19650)

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**Author:** [@assyrian47](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/assyrian47)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 12:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-or-body-horizontal-alignment-across-another-body/19650 "2022-06-03T00:18:36Z")

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Good day - Is it possible to horizontally align a number of objects or bodies across another body? I have a seven coaxial connectors which I would like to place equidistant on the panel. Is there an easier way than…

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## [How do I remove a body back out of a folder that has been misplaced?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-remove-a-body-back-out-of-a-folder-that-has-been-misplaced/19651)

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**Author:** [@jsc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsc)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2022, 10:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-remove-a-body-back-out-of-a-folder-that-has-been-misplaced/19651 "2022-06-02T22:17:05Z")

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I imported an STL file. The mesh bodies were automatically placed into an Imported Folder of the Items Manager. I was reorganizing some mesh bodies. I accidentally dropped a body onto another and wound up with both in…

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## [How to model this shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-model-this-shape/19627)

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**Author:** [@DragonDon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DragonDon)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2022, 6:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-model-this-shape/19627 "2022-06-02T18:50:55Z")

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Seems weird but I’m having a hard time trying to visualize where to start beyond just a big block.

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## [Switch of the area selection on I pad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/switch-of-the-area-selection-on-i-pad/19589)

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**Author:** [@SuperJuppy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SuperJuppy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 12:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/switch-of-the-area-selection-on-i-pad/19589 "2022-06-01T12:07:33Z")

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Hi, I want to place a new fitpoint, but if I press the pencil, there will be always the area selection.is there something t switch it off?

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## [Insert image onto an object](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/insert-image-onto-an-object/19597)

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**Author:** [@MarbleTemplar](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MarbleTemplar)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 9:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/insert-image-onto-an-object/19597 "2022-06-01T09:39:56Z")

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I was wondering if there is a way that i can place an image onto an object instead of it just being on the canvas

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## [How to draw a nano ball…](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-nano-ball/19599)

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**Author:** [@wirepuller](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wirepuller)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 2:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-nano-ball/19599 "2022-06-01T02:39:18Z")

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## [Cannot Delete Face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-delete-face/19629)

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**Author:** [@mkjedlinski](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mkjedlinski)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2022, 12:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-delete-face/19629 "2022-06-01T00:37:53Z")

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A face was automatically created when I added component to my project and I’m unable to delete them when I select each face. Any ideas? Thanks!

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## [DXF IMPORT: How to convert segmented curves to be smooth?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-import-how-to-convert-segmented-curves-to-be-smooth/19429)

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**Author:** [@jsc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsc)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-import-how-to-convert-segmented-curves-to-be-smooth/19429 "2022-05-31T17:18:36Z")

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'I Imported a .DXF file of the letter “e” which has too many nodes at the bends (they are not arcs) . Perhaps there is a basic video on dealing with imported DXF line work and converting these segments / simplifying the…

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## [Wrap a texture created around a cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-a-texture-created-around-a-cylinder/19561)

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**Author:** [@Creative8eight](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Creative8eight)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2022, 5:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wrap-a-texture-created-around-a-cylinder/19561 "2022-05-31T17:05:30Z")

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Is it possible to create a flat texture and then wrap it around a cylinder or any shape? like this

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