# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=191

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## [It’s a line, not a curvature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/it-s-a-line-not-a-curvature/14414)

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**Author:** [@Denovo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Denovo)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2021, 4:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/it-s-a-line-not-a-curvature/14414 "2021-08-16T16:14:22Z")

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Hi, All…Here is the thing. Anyone faced the same issue before? When I tried to use spline, the line drew out is straight, not curvature. Is there anything I missed? Please help. Thanks ! .

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## [Column head design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/column-head-design/14398)

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**Author:** [@Rohan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rohan)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2021, 4:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/column-head-design/14398 "2021-08-16T04:28:39Z")

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How can I make this column head design ?? Here is a picture for reference.

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## [Teaching videos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/teaching-videos/14423)

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**Author:** [@eeek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eeek)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 8:10am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/teaching-videos/14423 "2021-08-15T08:10:44Z")

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I would like to do some instruction videos of shapr3d but I am having a hard time figuring out how to get touch points and pencil on the screen so people can see where I am tapping. Any help would be appreciated.

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## [Sketchup dxf empty file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketchup-dxf-empty-file/14420)

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**Author:** [@Freddo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Freddo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 10:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketchup-dxf-empty-file/14420 "2021-08-14T22:39:38Z")

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Hi there, I’m trying to export from sketchup using dxf and when I open it in sharpr3d is empty but in sketchup or another 3d software the file is ok

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## [One finger navigation, odd behaviour](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/one-finger-navigation-odd-behaviour/3651)

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**Author:** [@WrigleyS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WrigleyS)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 3:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/one-finger-navigation-odd-behaviour/3651 "2021-08-14T15:44:48Z")

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New here and not sure if I’m doing something wrong. Rotating the model with a single finger works as expected from the standard view. However, if I change to, say, Left or I double click on a face (that is not parallel …

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## [Can't edit an extruded curve?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-edit-an-extruded-curve/8249)

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**Author:** [@Jason42](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jason42)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 10:59am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-edit-an-extruded-curve/8249 "2021-08-14T10:59:47Z")

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HI all. New user of Shape3D here, and I’m getting stuck on how to approach modeling shapes that are derived from curves. So, for example, I’m trying to model an electric guitar, and my workflow goes like this: I start…

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## [Convert to body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/convert-to-body/14364)

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**Author:** [@Alano](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alano)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 6:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/convert-to-body/14364 "2021-08-14T06:54:52Z")

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Hey all, So I just upgraded to the business sub so I can create a dwg. Man I am soooo bummed because I can’t select my part to create the dwg. I guess it’s not a “body.” Is there a way to convert it to a body? Thanks, …

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## [Snapping lines and control points to each other](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snapping-lines-and-control-points-to-each-other/14390)

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**Author:** [@Milk-Money](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Milk-Money)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 2:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snapping-lines-and-control-points-to-each-other/14390 "2021-08-13T02:21:31Z")

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Using the move/rotate tool, I would like to know how to reassign the centerline or any point on an object so I can rotate it or have snap too any point I desire. Im currently working on a mock up model and have a valve …

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## [Bug Report, screenshots](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-report-screenshots/14383)

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**Author:** [@pamyburgh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pamyburgh)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 5:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-report-screenshots/14383 "2021-08-12T17:16:28Z")

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On the iPad, I have a paid for standard subscription. And every single time I take a screenshot in the app I get spammed to upgrade to business subscription to get noise free screenshots. This is a pain in the backside! …

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## [Modify width of object in specific area](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modify-width-of-object-in-specific-area/14288)

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**Author:** [@scebastian.ramirez](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/scebastian.ramirez)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 1:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modify-width-of-object-in-specific-area/14288 "2021-08-12T13:28:53Z")

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Hello group! I am creating a curve for my son’s hot wheels track builder. After various prints, I identified that I need to increase the space in the middle section of the curve to allow the cars take easily the curve. …

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## [Dimension interface](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimension-interface/14369)

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**Author:** [@StuW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/StuW)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 7:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimension-interface/14369 "2021-08-11T19:55:06Z")

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I feel that the user interface for dimensioning could be more intuitive if it allowed for writing with the Apple Pencil not just dimensions but equations to get dimensions or if I am working in inches and if I write in a…

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## [Ipad OS App Crashed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-os-app-crashed/14366)

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**Author:** [@Rufusmaika](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rufusmaika)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 2:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-os-app-crashed/14366 "2021-08-11T14:27:45Z")

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I have a brand new Ipad Pro with M1 chip. I have been working sucessfuly with your app and i have already managed quite a lot of designs. This last design i tried was a bit more elaborate but everything was going smoth…

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## [Image Importing with Transparency (Mac vs iOS)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/image-importing-with-transparency-mac-vs-ios/14359)

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**Author:** [@HoLyCoW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HoLyCoW)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 8:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/image-importing-with-transparency-mac-vs-ios/14359 "2021-08-11T08:51:28Z")

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I created an image in Illustrator, exported it as PNG, and then imported it into Shapr3D on my M1 Mac. It looks great on the Mac like this: However, when I open that .shapr file (or even if I do a fresh import of tha…

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## [Importing Components - Extruded Aluminum](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-components-extruded-aluminum/14354)

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**Author:** [@ProtoFinity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ProtoFinity)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 2:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-components-extruded-aluminum/14354 "2021-08-11T02:41:29Z")

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Hey there, Is there any way to import component families for designing projects? For example, I am wanting to design a table or work stand build using Extruded Aluminum components. Is there a way to do design the fixtur…

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## [I'm to old for this? lol i hope not](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/im-to-old-for-this-lol-i-hope-not/14348)

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**Author:** [@mikenbrenda](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mikenbrenda)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 7:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/im-to-old-for-this-lol-i-hope-not/14348 "2021-08-10T19:46:23Z")

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I’m trying to make a very simple vacuum cleaner type adapter attachment one and will have 2.5 inch the other in will have 1.25 inch, now others have tried to show me different ways like making a rectangles and putting th…

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## [Need help with a simple thing lol](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-with-a-simple-thing-lol/13978)

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**Author:** [@mikenbrenda](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mikenbrenda)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 5:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-with-a-simple-thing-lol/13978 "2021-08-10T17:21:22Z")

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I’m new of course, and older, so please be kind, I want to make a simple vacuum adapter that is 2.5" at the Bottom and like say 1.25 at the top, like a cylinder tube. I viewed tutorials and figured out how to make a cyl…

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## [Can’t delete face. Can’t heal wound](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-delete-face-can-t-heal-wound/5564)

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**Author:** [@RobDesign](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RobDesign)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 12:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-delete-face-can-t-heal-wound/5564 "2021-08-10T12:41:30Z")

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What is this? I can’t delete images I’ve created and cannot undo. So getting a message Can’t delete face. Can’t heal wound. Well yeah that’s great but as a beginner (with an hour of tutorials) a bit strange that I can…

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## [Trim Tool Missing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trim-tool-missing/14333)

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**Author:** [@ramanjitsingh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ramanjitsingh)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 12:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trim-tool-missing/14333 "2021-08-10T12:29:01Z")

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## [Resin printer slicers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resin-printer-slicers/13543)

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**Author:** [@NathanD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/NathanD)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 8:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resin-printer-slicers/13543 "2021-08-10T08:43:23Z")

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I know there’s plenty of information everywhere else on this, but I’m curious what the Shapr community uses. I bought my first resin printer (and first printer ever), an Anycubic Mono X, and was looking at slicer option…

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## [Adding words to designs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-words-to-designs/14309)

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**Author:** [@Drakoniss](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Drakoniss)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 9:53am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/adding-words-to-designs/14309 "2021-08-09T09:53:59Z")

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Can you add a feature to add text to my designs???

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## [APIs in Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apis-in-shapr3d/14321)

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**Author:** [@emilsomekh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/emilsomekh)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 8:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apis-in-shapr3d/14321 "2021-08-09T08:49:23Z")

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Do you have APIs to integrate Add-ins?

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## [Saving undo history](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/saving-undo-history/14317)

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**Author:** [@dwineman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dwineman)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 6:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/saving-undo-history/14317 "2021-08-09T06:20:01Z")

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I’m sure this has been requested before, but I can’t find anything more recent than 2016 in the forum, so here goes: Please add undo history to the saved document state. I’m not asking for a Photoshop history palette or…

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## [Hobby account](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hobby-account/14312)

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**Author:** [@Ventis911](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ventis911)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 9:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hobby-account/14312 "2021-08-08T09:31:12Z")

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In the updates the is one saying about an update to the hobby account but I can find no such subscription option.

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## [Swaping from woodworking to different tutorial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/swaping-from-woodworking-to-different-tutorial/14305)

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**Author:** [@Ventis911](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ventis911)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 9:30am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/swaping-from-woodworking-to-different-tutorial/14305 "2021-08-08T09:30:17Z")

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Hello, I just got my iPad Pro so thought I would look to dump fusion 360 on windows a perfectly usable for a hobbies retired engineer and get something for the new toy. Anyway I have two things to decide between the apps…

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## [“Bending a pipe”](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bending-a-pipe/14298)

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**Author:** [@Chadj96](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chadj96)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 2:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bending-a-pipe/14298 "2021-08-07T14:30:14Z")

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I am making a backrest/sissy bar for my Harley Davidson. I am using this software to create the brackets for the sissy bar to attach to the motorcycle. That way I can print the technical shit at scale and use as a templ…

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## [Dxf/dwg export scale info](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-dwg-export-scale-info/14294)

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**Author:** [@WrigleyS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WrigleyS)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 7:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-dwg-export-scale-info/14294 "2021-08-06T07:11:03Z")

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Hi, I’ve noticed that dxf/dwg exported files don’t appear to have scale information so when opening in a dxf/dwg reader the dimensions are all off (by the scale of the drawing in Shapr). This can be corrected by the re…

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## [Subscription not detected](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subscription-not-detected/14290)

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**Author:** [@phosforia](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/phosforia)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 6:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subscription-not-detected/14290 "2021-08-06T06:25:12Z")

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My subscription is not being detected by the app, i’m not able to log in to my discourse account via the settings in the app.

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## [Create new Sketch ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-new-sketch/14274)

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**Author:** [@oktay.erden](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/oktay.erden)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 1:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-new-sketch/14274 "2021-08-06T01:49:36Z")

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How can I create a new sketch? If I make the first sketch invisible and start a new one, the first one automatically becomes visible again and the object is assigned to the first sketch.

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## [Draw File from a Photo?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-file-from-a-photo/14286)

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**Author:** [@DrBukk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrBukk)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 1:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-file-from-a-photo/14286 "2021-08-06T01:41:49Z")

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Probably a stupid question, but if I take a photo of something, can Shapr3D try to map the contours? Forgive me because I know nothing.

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## [Sweep tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-tool/14273)

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**Author:** [@LyVinh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LyVinh)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 3:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-tool/14273 "2021-08-04T15:36:26Z")

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Hi, I am not sure why my sweep tool cannot create an unibody. I tried to practice the paper clip exercise and my final shape does not look as smooth as the tutorial. There are edges on the surface at the connecting poi…

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