# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=213

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## [Exporting to dxf missing some parts of circles](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-to-dxf-missing-some-parts-of-circles/10886)

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**Author:** [@Andrew1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Andrew1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 5:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-to-dxf-missing-some-parts-of-circles/10886 "2021-01-18T17:43:19Z")

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I am new to Shapr. When exporting to dxf some times, sections of circles are missing. Is this s shapr problem or a macOS problem. Or is viewing it online with Autosdesk viewer another problem ?

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## [Can't figure out sweep](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-figure-out-sweep/10825)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 3:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-figure-out-sweep/10825 "2021-01-18T15:15:25Z")

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A friend’s kid wanted to turn a “Breath of the Wild Temple” into a dice roller so I gave it a try. I was able to make the general shape without much issue. But I wanted to add the organic facade to the face. I tried dra…

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## [PBR materials in USDZ - Tip: check out USDZSHARE on twitter](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pbr-materials-in-usdz-tip-check-out-usdzshare-on-twitter/10889)

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**Author:** [@Vassi\_solutions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Vassi_solutions)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 2:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pbr-materials-in-usdz-tip-check-out-usdzshare-on-twitter/10889 "2021-01-18T14:06:31Z")

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Not sure where to put this, but you should all check out usdzshare on twitter. I have been following him for a while now and he´s doing some cool stuff with USDZ in switht playground lately. Basicly he has made an app i…

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## [Top Left App Buttons Become Non Functional](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/top-left-app-buttons-become-non-functional/10800)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 10:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/top-left-app-buttons-become-non-functional/10800 "2021-01-18T10:25:59Z")

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This happens to me all the time but not when I try to reproduce. I export a drawing then I try to leave the drawing so I can go into a different drawing and export it but the buttons at the top of the screen stop working…

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## [Being able to duplicate items inside a file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/being-able-to-duplicate-items-inside-a-file/10880)

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**Author:** [@MrG](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MrG)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2021, 7:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/being-able-to-duplicate-items-inside-a-file/10880 "2021-01-17T19:07:24Z")

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Hi, it would be great to able to duplicate items inside a file, like shapes

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## [Help with scale](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-scale/10875)

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**Author:** [@buke9](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/buke9)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2021, 4:45am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-scale/10875 "2021-01-17T04:45:23Z")

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I’m trying to make a case for a headphone dac/amp and having trouble getting scale to be right. I make a rectangle the size of the unit with fillets and copy that and scale it 116% so I can cut the original box out of it…

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## [Curving a sheet](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/curving-a-sheet/10841)

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**Author:** [@Differentiasp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Differentiasp)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 16, 2021, 3:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/curving-a-sheet/10841 "2021-01-16T15:07:27Z")

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I am trying to bend a curved flat sheet of steel - I have attached the shapr3d mode, here as well as a photograph of the prototype in the workshop. Can anyone help me with how to do this please? Steve

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## [Hinges help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hinges-help/10858)

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**Author:** [@JHancockT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JHancockT)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2021, 6:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hinges-help/10858 "2021-01-15T18:12:52Z")

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Hello can some please explain how to open and close a finished pivot joint? So lets say I made a door… how do I open and close it? Thanks, Jordan

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## [Export formats](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-formats/554)

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**Author:** [@Be-light](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Be-light)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2021, 1:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-formats/554 "2021-01-15T13:42:25Z")

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Hi team I thinking about start using your app for my work as Lightdesign in theatre. But will it be possible to export my models from your app in one of this formats: Timon Hi Does wyg support any of this formats? S…

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## [Trying to design bud vases with “texture”](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trying-to-design-bud-vases-with-texture/10811)

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**Author:** [@Spark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Spark)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2021, 3:53am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trying-to-design-bud-vases-with-texture/10811 "2021-01-15T03:53:16Z")

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So was recently commissioned to design a simple bud vase. No problem, make half shape and revolve, shell, clean up, boom. She likes it, but wants it to look more like a clay pot. With horizontal lines. So I do so by addi…

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## [How to wrap a decorative volume around a round box?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-wrap-a-decorative-volume-around-a-round-box/10642)

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**Author:** [@Eric14](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Eric14)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2021, 9:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-wrap-a-decorative-volume-around-a-round-box/10642 "2021-01-14T21:45:14Z")

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Hi, I need to get a decorative design around a round box… anyone can help with a method? I join a pic of the box and the decorative design. Thank you, Eric

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## [Measure tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measure-tool/10840)

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**Author:** [@Cpat39](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cpat39)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2021, 8:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measure-tool/10840 "2021-01-14T20:57:44Z")

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I import STL and occassionally STEP files into Shapr3D from various 3D Modeling sites. Would nitce to have Measurement tool to check dimension. I know I can click on line etc, but somethimes I get so many dimension I can…

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## [Hidden Layers Reappear](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hidden-layers-reappear/10829)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2021, 1:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hidden-layers-reappear/10829 "2021-01-14T13:52:27Z")

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This happens to me all the time and is for sure unexpected. I create some sketches and objects then I hide them because I want to use them later and don’t want to mess them up. When I draw something those re-appear even …

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## [DXF / DWG wrong paths](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-dwg-wrong-paths/10820)

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**Author:** [@Esseti](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Esseti)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2021, 1:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-dwg-wrong-paths/10820 "2021-01-14T13:34:38Z")

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Upon exporting files from Illustrator I get this when I import them to Shap3r. https://ibb.co/nbf6Ks2 Upon opening the same file in illustrator it looks perfect. Im using the latest version from the App store 3.56.2 …

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## [Can't import some dxf files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-import-some-dxf-files/10819)

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**Author:** [@korale](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/korale)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 14, 2021, 9:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-import-some-dxf-files/10819 "2021-01-14T09:33:52Z")

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I have a full version for iPad and a beta fpr macOs.I tried both but I can’t open some dxf files saved by AutoCad. When I try to import them I see the rotating shapr3d logo on top of the window and it keeps on rolling a…

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## [Don’t have the snap pop up on my download program](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/don-t-have-the-snap-pop-up-on-my-download-program/10828)

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**Author:** [@Sawdust1garcia](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sawdust1garcia)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 10:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/don-t-have-the-snap-pop-up-on-my-download-program/10828 "2021-01-13T22:41:18Z")

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I just notice that the ability to turn off the snap on my laptop is not ther it only shows the grid assist tab. Is it possible that the download was incomplete. I have several designs I’ve created and don’t want to loss …

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## [High quality Stl file suggestion](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/high-quality-stl-file-suggestion/10747)

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**Author:** [@A1dan0](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/A1dan0)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 9:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/high-quality-stl-file-suggestion/10747 "2021-01-13T21:55:48Z")

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So I noticed that to export a high quality Stl file you need a full pro subscription and while I understand why this is done as a hobbiest the ability to export my project without the curves becoming hexagons is vital my…

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## [SVG - DXF - Shap3r](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/svg-dxf-shap3r/10810)

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**Author:** [@Esseti](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Esseti)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 7:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/svg-dxf-shap3r/10810 "2021-01-13T19:03:01Z")

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Hi, Im an amateur at designing CAD stuff, so I like to design drafts in Adobe Illustrator. I want to export SVG/PDF in mm and import them into Shap3r with the same scale/size. Online converters from SVG/PDF give me very…

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## [Transformer wire turns](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/transformer-wire-turns/10796)

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**Author:** [@MrJack88](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MrJack88)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 5:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/transformer-wire-turns/10796 "2021-01-13T17:10:26Z")

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So I did this part of a transformer so I can test sweep tool but it seem to fail at specific number of turns Transformer I’ll put the shapr file also for you to test it out Transformer.shapr (832 KB)

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## [Placing and resizing a cuboid](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/placing-and-resizing-a-cuboid/10782)

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**Author:** [@GanCW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GanCW)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 2:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/placing-and-resizing-a-cuboid/10782 "2021-01-13T14:42:23Z")

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I am new to Shapr3D. How do I bring up the dimension of a side of a cuboid so that I can specify an exact dimension ? How do I place a body to an specific position say 3cm from the x axis ? Thanks

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## [Exploded view and cut lists](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exploded-view-and-cut-lists/10814)

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**Author:** [@Dante647](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dante647)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 9:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exploded-view-and-cut-lists/10814 "2021-01-13T09:06:53Z")

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Hi I am using Shapr3D on the iPad and I was wondering is there a way to do an exploded view and a cut list for my project?

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## [Moving feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/moving-feature/10807)

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**Author:** [@JordanYOW](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JordanYOW)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 3:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/moving-feature/10807 "2021-01-13T03:23:41Z")

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I am trying to figure out how to relocate the slot in this model. Is there a way to grab and move it or do I have to move the sketch and extrude cut again? I tried to select the faces and move but it gives an error. Than…

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## [Something besides CTL-Scroll to Zoom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/something-besides-ctl-scroll-to-zoom/10808)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 10:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/something-besides-ctl-scroll-to-zoom/10808 "2021-01-12T22:33:06Z")

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I’ve always used CNTL-Scroll to zoom my entire Mac screen. I think this conflicts with Shapr3D Zoom. I tried CMD-Comma but did not see any preferences that would let me override the key binding. Is it possible to have…

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## [Tutorial or ideas for faux stitching?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorial-or-ideas-for-faux-stitching/10795)

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**Author:** [@heatherltn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/heatherltn)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 7:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorial-or-ideas-for-faux-stitching/10795 "2021-01-12T19:54:47Z")

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I am creating a baby shoe that will be 3D printed. It is simple but still consists of tons of curves. I’d like to apply faux stitching (maybe raised ellipses or rounded rectangles) evenly around most of the edges, set in…

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## [Stick fonts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stick-fonts/10769)

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**Author:** [@Semaduwa](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Semaduwa)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 11:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stick-fonts/10769 "2021-01-12T11:43:27Z")

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Hi all, I’m new with this, How can I get stick fonts for engeraving ( circular annotation) Thanks :blush:

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## [Shapr3d and gravity sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-and-gravity-sketch/10798)

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**Author:** [@Alex7](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alex7)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 11:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-and-gravity-sketch/10798 "2021-01-12T11:35:52Z")

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Dear all, Have started to use Gravity sketch VR. Can I import from GS a file and keep working on it in Shapr3d? There is a IGES file format… Thank you!

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## [Want to make a cavity in one shape the same dimensions as another shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/want-to-make-a-cavity-in-one-shape-the-same-dimensions-as-another-shape/10704)

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**Author:** [@Spark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Spark)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 10:00am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/want-to-make-a-cavity-in-one-shape-the-same-dimensions-as-another-shape/10704 "2021-01-12T10:00:50Z")

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Super new to cad design, so please forgive me if this is just unreasonable or even not possible. I’m trying to design a tree in 2 parts. A base and a top. Plan on making multiple top designs so the base can fit all tops…

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## [Save Work Flow](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/save-work-flow/10788)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 5:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/save-work-flow/10788 "2021-01-12T05:21:13Z")

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This probably qualifies as a feature request. I have a couple of workflows that I use a lot with Shapr3d. One thing I do often is export my design in multiple formats and then airdrop them to my Mac. I always export as …

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## [Design and Body Management](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/design-and-body-management/10775)

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**Author:** [@realdrogo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/realdrogo)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2021, 5:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/design-and-body-management/10775 "2021-01-11T17:31:33Z")

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I’m coming across a few things I’d like to bring up to this active community. I’m working on a complex design. A house, with everything in it (eventually), in place on a topography map of the land where it will be built…

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## [Move/Rotate point circle shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/move-rotate-point-circle-shape/10777)

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**Author:** [@MrJack88](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MrJack88)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2021, 4:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/move-rotate-point-circle-shape/10777 "2021-01-11T16:13:20Z")

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I want the point to be on the circumference not in the middle of a circle. What do I do?

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