# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=188

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## [Filenames](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/filenames/14946)

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**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 8:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/filenames/14946 "2021-09-18T20:51:20Z")

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Hi, I adopted the habit to save my designs in files on several locations and often both in xt and shapr format. Why do I need to enter the filename under which it should be saved every time again? (Or am I doing someth…

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## [Export figure](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-figure/14916)

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**Author:** [@Tongyi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tongyi)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 1:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-figure/14916 "2021-09-18T01:49:14Z")

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When use Shapr3D for windows, I can not export a figure with .jpg or .tif style. However, when use Shapr3D for iPad, 3D figure canbe exported with .jpg style.

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## [Best file types for import/ export to and from fusion 360?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-file-types-for-import-export-to-and-from-fusion-360/5498)

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**Author:** [@Markevans](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Markevans)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 5:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-file-types-for-import-export-to-and-from-fusion-360/5498 "2021-09-18T05:41:29Z")

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Hi, I primarily use Fusion 360 on a PC but am new here. Can I get some guidance on best file formats to use passing back and forth? If this is covered in one of the videos I’ve missed it and a url to it is all the answ…

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## [Can't create body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-create-body/14927)

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**Author:** [@Kevlar\_M](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Kevlar_M)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 4:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-create-body/14927 "2021-09-18T04:34:30Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m new at this so I apologize if this ends up being a simple answer to a dumb question. I’ve been modeling around and I’ve created what looks to me like a body that should be able to be extruded. All of th…

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## [Export image with dimensions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-image-with-dimensions/14936)

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**Author:** [@red](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/red)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 2:36am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-image-with-dimensions/14936 "2021-09-18T02:36:28Z")

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Is there a way to have object dimensions included when exporting the image?

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## [Sketches and things still broken](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketches-and-things-still-broken/14924)

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**Author:** [@Hipcat](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hipcat)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2021, 8:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketches-and-things-still-broken/14924 "2021-09-17T20:55:35Z")

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Shapr3D Still Broken - YouTube I’ve tried to not be too frustrated in that short video showing some of the problems, but I’m losing so much time to these kinds of things still. This is another email for support, so that’…

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## [Drawings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawings/14929)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2021, 8:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawings/14929 "2021-09-17T20:21:36Z")

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is there a way to align one view to another like it would be if it was a projection view. And do you see adding the ability to shade views in the near future. Thank you

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## [哪里有shapr3d中文版教程买？](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/14921)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2021, 2:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/14921 "2021-09-17T14:20:24Z")

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没有一整套训练流程很难进步啊！！！

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## [Drawing views](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-views/14910)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 9:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-views/14910 "2021-09-16T21:25:52Z")

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is there a way to align one view to another like it would be if it was a projection view. And do you see adding the ability to shade views in the near future. Thank you

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## [New 2D sections](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-2d-sections/14899)

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**Author:** [@WrigleyS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WrigleyS)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 4:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-2d-sections/14899 "2021-09-16T16:54:53Z")

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Hi, Quick jump into the new 2D section views. Great start! Initial few comments: If I delete a section view to renew it (because I want to adjust the section line position) the replacement section takes the next lett…

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## [Organización de diseños](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/organizacion-de-disenos/14903)

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**Author:** [@wigarga](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/wigarga)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 4:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/organizacion-de-disenos/14903 "2021-09-16T16:08:23Z")

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Hola, he estado buscando por toda la interfaz de donde están todos los diseños agrupados y no he encontrado ninguna forma de organizar esta proyectos de ninguna forma lógica (medianamente carpetas o separadores) ¿alguien…

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## [Have you tried Augmented Reality with your Windows tablet?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/have-you-tried-augmented-reality-with-your-windows-tablet/14879)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_Gy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peter_Gy)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 3:03am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/have-you-tried-augmented-reality-with-your-windows-tablet/14879 "2021-09-16T03:03:40Z")

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We have just added a short how-to about using of Shapr3D’s export function and Microsoft’s free 3D Viewer app to check out your designs in situ. All you need is a device that has a rear-facing camera – they are not that …

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## [Shapr3D for mechanical design professionals](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-for-mechanical-design-professionals/14647)

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**Author:** [@rammohanp.p](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rammohanp.p)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 12:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-for-mechanical-design-professionals/14647 "2021-09-15T12:31:57Z")

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Can this be considered as a full-fledged mechanical design software/app for mechanical design professionals? Request mechanical design pros to list down the hits and misses of this nice piece of work. From part modelling…

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## [Lines on a drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lines-on-a-drawing/14846)

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**Author:** [@YouvebeenSerged](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/YouvebeenSerged)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 9:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lines-on-a-drawing/14846 "2021-09-15T09:20:21Z")

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Hello Why lines drawn on a 3D body aren’t displayed on a drawing? Thanks, Serge

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## [UX question](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ux-question/14893)

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**Author:** [@someguywhomakesthing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/someguywhomakesthing)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 8:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ux-question/14893 "2021-09-15T08:02:54Z")

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Is it possible to bind new key strokes for navigating through the 3d space? Like Shift+Right Mouse Click should just be middle click so I can have all my viewport movements on one hand.

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## [Can no longer "Share with..."](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-no-longer-share-with/14884)

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**Author:** [@someguywhomakesthing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/someguywhomakesthing)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 14, 2021, 12:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-no-longer-share-with/14884 "2021-09-14T12:54:39Z")

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So, I’ve read a few posts similar to mine and the solution was to reset the iPad. If I need to reinstall the Shapr3d app, how can I back up all my files. Is there a fix being worked on? I know from what little I did rea…

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## [How to move 2d rectangle so centerpoints on edge touches another rectangle's center](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-move-2d-rectangle-so-centerpoints-on-edge-touches-another-rectangles-center/14864)

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**Author:** [@gnachman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gnachman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 12:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-move-2d-rectangle-so-centerpoints-on-edge-touches-another-rectangles-center/14864 "2021-09-13T12:03:55Z")

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I want to make two coplanar rectangles and then move one so that the center of its top line touches the center of the bottom line of another rectangle of a different size. I’m sure this is possible — how do you do it?

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## [Hidden geometry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hidden-geometry/14740)

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**Author:** [@Deeferdaz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Deeferdaz)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 10:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hidden-geometry/14740 "2021-09-13T10:44:54Z")

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I keep trying to extrude on my drawing and it won’t let me. Keeps saying new geometry hidden by sketch view. So the question is what is it. And what have I done to make this happen. And is it reversible thank you

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## [Shapr3d界面可以设置成中文吗？](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/14859)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 8:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d/14859 "2021-09-13T08:26:31Z")

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会不会出现全中文界面的版本？

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## [Can you cycle parts with defined pivot points?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-cycle-parts-with-defined-pivot-points/14849)

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**Author:** [@isaiah.1761](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/isaiah.1761)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 11, 2021, 12:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-you-cycle-parts-with-defined-pivot-points/14849 "2021-09-11T00:43:05Z")

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Are you able to cycle a group of parts with one defined pivoting point? IE vehicle suspension? id like to cycle suspension components and watch connected parts move as well. Processing: RPReplay\_Final1631308727.mov…

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## [Creating Honeycomb pattern (not for infill)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-honeycomb-pattern-not-for-infill/14784)

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**Author:** [@Ripcord](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ripcord)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2021, 2:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-honeycomb-pattern-not-for-infill/14784 "2021-09-10T14:36:31Z")

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I’m trying to make a large section of honeycomb along a rectangle and after about the 10th one the app completely bogs down and force closes the app. Anyone have this issue before? Or know a solution?

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## [I have some questions, where is the error?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-some-questions-where-is-the-error/14777)

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**Author:** [@7RT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/7RT)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2021, 7:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-some-questions-where-is-the-error/14777 "2021-09-10T07:28:52Z")

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I have some questions, where is the error? Question 1:For example, a standard square, as seen in the red line labeled position on the image, is not at a 45 degree diagonal angle after linking the diagonals? Question 2…

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## [0.25 - Section views for 2D drawings and SVG export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/0-25-section-views-for-2d-drawings-and-svg-export/14828)

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**Author:** [@Miharu\_Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Miharu_Shapr3D)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2021, 12:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/0-25-section-views-for-2d-drawings-and-svg-export/14828 "2021-09-09T12:18:21Z")

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Hi! You asked, we made sure to listen. We’re dishing up section views for 2D drawings. Download the latest app version to slice up 3D models and explore the hidden details and surfaces inside. On top of that, here’s…

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## [Problem with extrusion of sketched face - solved](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-extrusion-of-sketched-face-solved/14824)

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**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 11:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-extrusion-of-sketched-face-solved/14824 "2021-09-08T23:26:31Z")

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Hi, I have a sketched a quite complex face (text created by using splines) and want to extrude this. I get the error Extrusion failed. I think it would be nice if you included a reason for the failure. Question is wh…

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## [Drawings to Camera Roll](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawings-to-camera-roll/14727)

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**Author:** [@realdrogo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/realdrogo)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 10:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawings-to-camera-roll/14727 "2021-09-08T22:03:10Z")

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I would like to request a “save to camera roll” option for drawings. I regularly use my phone or ipad to view build drawings in lieu of printed paper. I also share drawing with other in the shop the same way. This is, o…

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## [Logarithmic Spirals/Golden Spirals](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/logarithmic-spirals-golden-spirals/14437)

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**Author:** [@sjagneaux](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sjagneaux)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 9:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/logarithmic-spirals-golden-spirals/14437 "2021-09-08T21:52:36Z")

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Does anyone know how to sketch a logarithmic/golden spiral in Shapr3D? I’ve checked the online documentation and searched the forums and cannot find anything. Thoughts? -s. Be well. Stay safe.

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## [为什么windows版 免费版本进不了软件？](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows/14739)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2021, 1:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows/14739 "2021-09-07T13:20:53Z")

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总是在登录界面循环！！！

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## [Can't login after launch via bowser](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-login-after-launch-via-bowser/14154)

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**Author:** [@Mix](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mix)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2021, 9:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-login-after-launch-via-bowser/14154 "2021-09-07T09:04:51Z")

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Can’t login after launch via bowser, when click login button jump to bowser and input imformation, it come back to program display login rolling circle, about 5~8sec later nothing happen and display the Login via bowser …

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## [Sweep question](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-question/14789)

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**Author:** [@eeek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eeek)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 8:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-question/14789 "2021-09-06T20:06:48Z")

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I know how the sweep tool works, but is there something in the works to allow you to do the sweep tool with 2 or more profiles. For example making a ring shank with a wide band on the bottom and narrow on the top. Now I …

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## [Lettres](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lettres/14780)

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**Author:** [@Martial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Martial)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 11:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lettres/14780 "2021-09-06T11:52:53Z")

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Bonjour, Serait-il possible d’un porter des lettres afin de réaliser des pochoirs, emporte pièce, étiquette, poinçon avec des polices d’écriture différentes.

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