# Modeling Questions

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## [Unicorn horn anybody?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unicorn-horn-anybody/39083)

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**Author:** [@Beam](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Beam)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 2:27am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unicorn-horn-anybody/39083 "2025-08-13T02:27:07Z")

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I am trying to make something like a unicorn horn. I tried using the loft tool but was not successful. Is there a straightforward way to do this? Here is a picture of a unicorn horn someone made in blender just to remind…

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## [Lofting parametric bottle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-parametric-bottle/39094)

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**Author:** [@vbaylor](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/vbaylor)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2025, 10:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-parametric-bottle/39094 "2025-08-12T22:25:32Z")

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I’m having trouble recreating this bottle. I’ve lofted the the bottom but cant seem to understand how the base flows into the handle and bottle top. Help!

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## [Offset constraints not updating properly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-constraints-not-updating-properly/39080)

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**Author:** [@Genesis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Genesis)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 7:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-constraints-not-updating-properly/39080 "2025-08-10T19:21:56Z")

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Hello! I am trying to design an object that slide over another one with a low tolerance. For this, I took the face of the initial object, projected it onto a new plane and then offset it by the desired amount. Now com…

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## [Ability to Lock one view](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-lock-one-view/924)

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**Author:** [@himanshu.a.arora](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/himanshu.a.arora)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2025, 6:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-lock-one-view/924 "2025-08-11T06:32:43Z")

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Hi, I am using the App for tracing 2D plan, but while tracing using the Apple Pencil and the top view, the view sometime shifts to 3D view. Is there a way to lock the selected view like top veiw or front view etc...

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## [How to add your own Materials?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-your-own-materials/39082)

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**Author:** [@Woudworks](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Woudworks)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 6:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-your-own-materials/39082 "2025-08-10T18:27:46Z")

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Hello, Ive been using shapr for a couple years now But the material bank is somewhat lacking, to my liking Is there a way we could add our own pictured of/or materials?

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## [DXF Lettering Help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-lettering-help/39069)

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**Author:** [@Emily2024](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Emily2024)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2025, 11:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-lettering-help/39069 "2025-08-09T23:32:24Z")

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So in the attached picture you will see the DXF i imported. What i currently do is click on every part of the lettering and raise each 3mm. Then click on the large outer part and raise it 3mm so now they are all the same…

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## [Shell Tool producing undesired shape after using Loft Tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shell-tool-producing-undesired-shape-after-using-loft-tool/39074)

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**Author:** [@Genesis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Genesis)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2025, 11:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shell-tool-producing-undesired-shape-after-using-loft-tool/39074 "2025-08-09T23:09:40Z")

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Hello! I am trying to get into using shapr3d, and at this point in time, specificially trying to create an adapter to connect an air duct to my window! A crucial part is the transition from a circle (the duct) to a rec…

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## [When the language is set to Chinese, the cork option is missing from the visual materials](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/when-the-language-is-set-to-chinese-the-cork-option-is-missing-from-the-visual-materials/39063)

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**Author:** [@chaoskid](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chaoskid)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 5:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/when-the-language-is-set-to-chinese-the-cork-option-is-missing-from-the-visual-materials/39063 "2025-08-07T17:40:19Z")

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Hello, I need to report a bug: When the language is set to Chinese, the cork option is missing from the visual materials, while it is available when the language is set to English. I have tested this many times. The iss…

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## [Variable width fillets](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/variable-width-fillets/15683)

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**Author:** [@Eco](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Eco)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 1:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/variable-width-fillets/15683 "2025-08-07T13:10:35Z")

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Hi, Has there been any progress or workarounds for transitioning planes with variable width fillets? Ill see if I can upload a pic.

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## [Fixing or simplify odd line?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fixing-or-simplify-odd-line/39060)

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**Author:** [@rrscnc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rrscnc)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 6:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fixing-or-simplify-odd-line/39060 "2025-08-07T06:41:42Z")

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I believe i did this symmetricaly but somehow Shapr3d just behave weirdly. any idea how to simplify or fix it? https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Beginner question - extrude joined objects single vertical face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beginner-question-extrude-joined-objects-single-vertical-face/39057)

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**Author:** [@adam\_rednetllc.com](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/adam_rednetllc.com)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 12:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beginner-question-extrude-joined-objects-single-vertical-face/39057 "2025-08-07T00:57:41Z")

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I am attempting to learn different concepts. I think I skipped over something basic and I can’t nail this down. If I join two shapes with curved edges, is there a way to hide the join point when extruding? I search usin…

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## [90 degree section view](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/90-degree-section-view/39034)

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**Author:** [@GSchum](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GSchum)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2025, 11:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/90-degree-section-view/39034 "2025-08-04T11:35:07Z")

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Is there a way to section 90 degrees? Normal sections are 180 in Shpar3d, but many 3d models have a 90 degree section view https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Saves to Cloud, Will Only Import from Computer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/saves-to-cloud-will-only-import-from-computer/38783)

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**Author:** [@Garnet](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Garnet)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 3, 2025, 1:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/saves-to-cloud-will-only-import-from-computer/38783 "2025-08-03T01:52:06Z")

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Hi, I imported a few files and modified them. The modified files are saved in, I assume, the Shapr3d cloud? I now want to import them into a new file (to create an assembly), but when I click File-\>Import to Current Proj…

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## [Connecting 2 circles to make body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/connecting-2-circles-to-make-body/39019)

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**Author:** [@msibleyj](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/msibleyj)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 2, 2025, 5:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/connecting-2-circles-to-make-body/39019 "2025-08-02T17:17:08Z")

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It’s a simple design, but I can’t seem to get the lines to connect with the circles in order to create an extrudable body. What do I need to do next? Thanks, Mark Dishwasher Clean-Dirty Slider 01.01.shapr (92.8 KB) …

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## [Problem with the 3D model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-the-3d-model/22728)

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**Author:** [@Side00](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Side00)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [July 31, 2025, 5:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-the-3d-model/22728 "2025-07-31T17:41:49Z")

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Hi, Part of my 3D model was automatically enlarged as soon as I launched the Shapr3D app on my iPad, and the Undo icon is grey out, so I couldn’t restore back. Can anyone help? Thanks in advance!!!

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## [Schreinergruppe /Carpentry group](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/schreinergruppe-carpentry-group/38981)

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**Author:** [@Andreas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Andreas)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 30, 2025, 4:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/schreinergruppe-carpentry-group/38981 "2025-07-30T16:21:32Z")

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Hello everyone I have a question, does anyone have instresse at a carpenter group? To exchange knowledge, or technical findings, etc. #Schreiner #Woodworker #Wood #Holz With kind regards Andreas Desiderius Haudensch…

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## [Refund Query](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/refund-query/38988)

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**Author:** [@Lamakandouz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lamakandouz)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 30, 2025, 12:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/refund-query/38988 "2025-07-30T12:40:23Z")

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hello, I’ve only been waiting for a little while but I had filed for a refund and was just wondering how long does it usually take to get a response and process the refund. the purchase was made on the website and I ha…

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## [How do I Export a large usdz model without clipping the edges at the usdz frame?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-export-a-large-usdz-model-without-clipping-the-edges-at-the-usdz-frame/38956)

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**Author:** [@Jeff1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeff1)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2025, 11:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-export-a-large-usdz-model-without-clipping-the-edges-at-the-usdz-frame/38956 "2025-07-28T23:56:43Z")

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I have a large model that I have tried to export in the .usdz format. Unfortunately, Shapr seems to give the format a view frame that is too small for encompassing the entire model. I’ve tried just shrinking the model on…

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## [Cannot see mesh black lines](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-see-mesh-black-lines/38953)

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**Author:** [@stu24](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stu24)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2025, 2:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-see-mesh-black-lines/38953 "2025-07-28T14:44:40Z")

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Hello guys im new to shapr 3d and loveing it. Been using for about 6 months now with no issues. Today however i may of changed something but i cannot see ny mesh lines on my model also when i try to select a face or edge…

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## [Desing with Multipled curves using the loft](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/desing-with-multipled-curves-using-the-loft/38802)

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**Author:** [@Novarover](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Novarover)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2025, 4:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/desing-with-multipled-curves-using-the-loft/38802 "2025-07-28T04:35:52Z")

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hi everyone would really love if somebody could show me how to tackle this project. the other day and niece had a project where I thought I’d be able to assist and would be no trouble loading this project on my CNC machi…

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## [Some faces of object are 'out of bounds' to sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/some-faces-of-object-are-out-of-bounds-to-sketch/38943)

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**Author:** [@quinfog](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/quinfog)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 27, 2025, 7:22am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/some-faces-of-object-are-out-of-bounds-to-sketch/38943 "2025-07-27T07:22:40Z")

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I’m slowly and painstakingly trying to model a box with hex walls (sketching a new hexagon for each row, positioning it by aligning with the one below, then using the pattern tool to create an evenly spaced row. There’s …

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## [Spacemouse settings resets after any normal mouse viewport click](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-settings-resets-after-any-normal-mouse-viewport-click/38932)

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**Author:** [@lihomanovdv](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lihomanovdv)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2025, 11:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-settings-resets-after-any-normal-mouse-viewport-click/38932 "2025-07-26T11:44:03Z")

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Using a Spacemouse and have some settings tweaked (speed reduced + dominant mode enabled) the navigation via spacemouse is okay. But when I do any regular mouse click in the Shapr3D window, those settings are gone, are r…

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## [How to connect the points marked in the picture with straight lines or arcs?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-connect-the-points-marked-in-the-picture-with-straight-lines-or-arcs/38935)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2025, 9:16am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-connect-the-points-marked-in-the-picture-with-straight-lines-or-arcs/38935 "2025-07-26T09:16:00Z")

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## [Expression random()](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/expression-random/38911)

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**Author:** [@jean-philippe2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jean-philippe2)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 2:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/expression-random/38911 "2025-07-25T14:53:30Z")

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Hi, I know random() is not in the list of Supported functions but is there a way to get around the problem? Thanks

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## [Need help modeling x table base](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-modeling-x-table-base/38855)

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**Author:** [@seanmoorefurniture](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/seanmoorefurniture)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 2:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/need-help-modeling-x-table-base/38855 "2025-07-25T14:47:24Z")

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I am trying to draw this table base in shaper and having some issues. Cant quite figure out how to make it. I thought at first I could make a 3 way cross and then rotate it 45 degrees twice to achieve the shape, but it d…

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## [Loft shape issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-shape-issue/38896)

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**Author:** [@sammie.c.c.chan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sammie.c.c.chan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 7:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-shape-issue/38896 "2025-07-25T07:09:21Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m trying to create the roll hoop for a vintage F1 car. I have the profile for the front of the roll hoop (grey section), a side profile defined by a Spline (blue line) and the plan view profile (blue surf…

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## [How to lock the horizon?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-lock-the-horizon/30053)

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**Author:** [@HarrisonDavies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HarrisonDavies)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2025, 9:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-lock-the-horizon/30053 "2025-07-24T21:55:07Z")

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HI folks, Is there a way to lock the horizon of a model while working on it? In Fusion360 and using my 3DConnexion Space Mouse, I’m able to lock the horizon, which is still rotatable if needed. Below …

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## [How to create a ship model?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-ship-model/38892)

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**Author:** [@copywzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/copywzy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2025, 12:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-ship-model/38892 "2025-07-24T12:59:50Z")

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How can I create a model like the boat in the picture?

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## [Detailed tool settings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/detailed-tool-settings/38899)

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**Author:** [@thiagottjv](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/thiagottjv)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 24, 2025, 11:36am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/detailed-tool-settings/38899 "2025-07-24T11:36:42Z")

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Hi, I\`m using the Windows version. I would like to know if there is a setting to show the detailed tool settings just like on the History tab. For some tools/existing objects I can use the tool and after I start creatin…

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## [Extruding Shapes with Coincident Corners](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extruding-shapes-with-coincident-corners/38800)

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**Author:** [@JonS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JonS)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2025, 1:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extruding-shapes-with-coincident-corners/38800 "2025-07-22T01:21:58Z")

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When trying to extrude shapes from a surface by sketching a grid directly on a body and then extruding different cells, I found that when there are coincident corners, a separate body gets created. These bodies cannot be…

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