# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=248

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## [Drawing curved paths with Bezier points](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-curved-paths-with-bezier-points/4825)

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**Author:** [@mzone3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mzone3d)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 11:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-curved-paths-with-bezier-points/4825 "2019-06-09T11:43:45Z")

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Hi There. I would just like to give a bit of feedback if I may. I feel that the point by point drawing approach is quite laboured and the end result always takes Alot of tweaking to get a decent curve. I also feel, eve…

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## [Ipad slow](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-slow/4876)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 11:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-slow/4876 "2019-06-09T11:11:28Z")

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Hi again, I have an iPad Pro 12.9" 512GB Storage. 2nd generation. When I am working on imported stl files. I imported 4 or 5 different parts. Trying to put them together to see if it will work on my 3D printer before pr…

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## [Beta 1.7 Subtract not working](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beta-1-7-subtract-not-working/4875)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 11:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beta-1-7-subtract-not-working/4875 "2019-06-09T11:09:47Z")

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Hi, I think the version is 1.7 I downloaded the most recent version. The attached photo shows what I am trying to perform. It is a subtraction operation. This is a 3D printer part from Thingiverse. Shapr3D says operatio…

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## [New bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-bodies/4857)

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**Author:** [@slarochelle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/slarochelle)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 8:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-bodies/4857 "2019-06-08T20:44:14Z")

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I can no longer create new bodies. Cannot find in manual.

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## [STL Import option in v 3.14](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-import-option-in-v-3-14/4810)

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**Author:** [@Fillister](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fillister)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 3:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-import-option-in-v-3-14/4810 "2019-06-08T03:04:22Z")

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Really excited about the ability to import the STL format in the latest 3.14 update. I noticed the Supported Formats screen now shows a green check next to stl in the import column and also shows “reference only”. I ex…

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## [Cannot import models](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-import-models/4869)

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**Author:** [@Bizzaro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bizzaro)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 2:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-import-models/4869 "2019-06-08T02:11:06Z")

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I need to modify something I can’t make in shapr. I tried .stl but that is only for reference apparently. I converted it to .stp, parasolid and .igs. So far nothing has worked. Its not even a big model. It’s 45mm diamate…

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## [Import STL Files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-stl-files/1905)

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**Author:** [@Imperator](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Imperator)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 25, 2017, 9:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-stl-files/1905 "2017-12-25T09:25:12Z")

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How can I on the iPad imprt STL Files. I want to download STL files form the internet to the ipad, and import to SHARPR. is there any ipad app, to convert STL to STEP?

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## [Upcoming iPadOS - Implications](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/upcoming-ipados-implications/4849)

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**Author:** [@Gelphyn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gelphyn)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 1:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/upcoming-ipados-implications/4849 "2019-06-08T01:13:14Z")

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Appreciating that it is rather early to be enquiring, I am wondering if iPadOS will impact decisions on iPad Model choices. Clearly it is expected that the S3D Team maintain their commitment to Apple regarding disclosur…

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## [Cylinder on cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cylinder-on-cylinder/4856)

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**Author:** [@Twokaw](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Twokaw)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2019, 1:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cylinder-on-cylinder/4856 "2019-06-07T13:45:45Z")

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I reviewed a couple posts regarding how to add a cylinder shape to another cylinder shape. I have the pro version and would appreciate a quick video that demonstrates this functionality as I am not sure of the steps or t…

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## [Body height](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-height/4851)

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**Author:** [@Bizzaro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bizzaro)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2019, 12:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/body-height/4851 "2019-06-06T12:11:42Z")

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Up until recently, I was using tinker cad for a lot of my modeling. There are a handful of features they have that you might want to think about implementing down the line. One of which is seeing the full dimensions of …

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## [Edit in Solidworks](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/edit-in-solidworks/4847)

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**Author:** [@Broadarc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Broadarc)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2019, 11:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/edit-in-solidworks/4847 "2019-06-05T11:54:56Z")

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Hi, I can download a design from Shapr3D into Solidworks 2013 without issue but when I try to edit it, Solidworks chrashes. Any suggestions?

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## [Room editing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/room-editing/4848)

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**Author:** [@Bizzaro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bizzaro)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2019, 11:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/room-editing/4848 "2019-06-05T11:21:32Z")

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I purchased this app mainly to design rooms. Currently the issue I am having is not being able to see an inside wall from a straight on view. If you look at this photo you can see the wall I want to put a hole in. Ho…

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## [Initial thoughts and impressions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/initial-thoughts-and-impressions/4841)

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**Author:** [@jwr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jwr)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2019, 4:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/initial-thoughts-and-impressions/4841 "2019-06-05T04:12:02Z")

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I’ve just discovered Shapr3D, and after the first “wow, somebody finally nailed it!”, I thought I’d share my initial thoughts. Please do not take these as judgments, but rather as my impressions and statements about my p…

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## [Geometry incorrect when exporting](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/geometry-incorrect-when-exporting/4843)

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**Author:** [@JasonB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JasonB)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2019, 9:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/geometry-incorrect-when-exporting/4843 "2019-06-04T21:14:40Z")

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Exporting to step. Upon opening file the geometry’s incorrect. Any help please as this is urgent! image|349x500

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## [Error using transform with sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/error-using-transform-with-sketches/4823)

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**Author:** [@david.r](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/david.r)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2019, 12:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/error-using-transform-with-sketches/4823 "2019-06-02T12:57:57Z")

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Hi all, Version used: shapr3D CAD modeling V. 3.15.0 (7315). This error occurs using the transform tool with a sketch: error when making the transformation, the restrictions in the sketches could not be solved. This h…

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## [Slot in a cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/slot-in-a-cylinder/4808)

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**Author:** [@project\_x](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/project_x)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 3:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/slot-in-a-cylinder/4808 "2019-06-01T15:32:36Z")

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I’m struggling with a CAD problem. I have a cylinder with a horizontal slot and a hole. I want to have an angled slot from the horizontal slot joining the hole…so as you rotate the cylinder, a pin slides across the h…

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## [20$/month on Shapr3d website, but can’t register](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/20-month-on-shapr3d-website-but-can-t-register/4815)

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**Author:** [@gtrst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gtrst)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 6:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/20-month-on-shapr3d-website-but-can-t-register/4815 "2019-06-01T06:34:08Z")

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Hi, While I’m on 14day trial period, I notice that the Shapr3d website advertises 20/month for pro version - yet I cannot create an account on that very page nor log in with my forum ID and password. Please either expl…

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## [Student license problem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/student-license-problem/3535)

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**Author:** [@Yhyu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yhyu)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 7:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/student-license-problem/3535 "2019-05-31T19:56:05Z")

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I have requested for student license two weeks ago. But I still haven’t receive anything. And the priority support in APP just can’t send features. Is there anything else I can do right now? Thanks

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## [STL Export Low resolution Settings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-low-resolution-settings/4751)

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**Author:** [@jetnoise](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jetnoise)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 7:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-low-resolution-settings/4751 "2019-05-31T19:53:56Z")

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I use Shapr3D as a Hobbyist and I am using the free version. However recently when I export a project to a STL. I feel as if the polygon count /resolution was lowered than previously. It’s hard to tell if my models are j…

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## [What is the small red hyphen surrounded by black parentheses that show up when two lines meet/cross?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-small-red-hyphen-surrounded-by-black-parentheses-that-show-up-when-two-lines-meet-cross/4800)

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**Author:** [@gtrst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gtrst)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 8:38am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-small-red-hyphen-surrounded-by-black-parentheses-that-show-up-when-two-lines-meet-cross/4800 "2019-05-30T08:38:25Z")

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Hi, There’s a little icon that appears when I select an endpoint of a line - when it meets other lines, on the left of the lock icon. What does this little icon indicate? It’s a little red hyphen between a pair of blac…

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## [Mirroring symmetry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirroring-symmetry/4797)

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**Author:** [@mzone3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mzone3d)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2019, 11:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirroring-symmetry/4797 "2019-05-29T23:44:22Z")

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Hi. I have made an object that I would like to mirror but still keep it as the same object. So far I have only been able to flip or mirror as a separate object, but not simple make a symmetrical object. Is creating a …

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## [Detach and Duplicate faces](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/detach-and-duplicate-faces/4796)

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**Author:** [@mzone3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mzone3d)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2019, 11:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/detach-and-duplicate-faces/4796 "2019-05-29T23:41:32Z")

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Hello. I’m trying to select a bunch of faces and duplicate/ clone them as a new object. Is this possible? Cheers Matt

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## [Create sketch splines from edge selection](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-sketch-splines-from-edge-selection/4798)

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**Author:** [@mzone3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mzone3d)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2019, 11:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-sketch-splines-from-edge-selection/4798 "2019-05-29T23:40:57Z")

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I don’t think it’s possible, but it would be amazing to create sketch lines from edge selections. It’s a tool that 3ds max has which is super handy. It’s called “Create shape from selection” Let’s say you have a creat…

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## [Issue in creating planes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issue-in-creating-planes/4779)

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**Author:** [@one](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/one)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2019, 12:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issue-in-creating-planes/4779 "2019-05-29T12:04:38Z")

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Hi, developers, I seems that in the new version we could not automatically snap to the centre point via the circle edge , so I do know how to create new planes by choosing 3 points, especially when the model is a cylind…

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## [Boolean subtraction](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-subtraction/4786)

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**Author:** [@mzone3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mzone3d)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2019, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-subtraction/4786 "2019-05-28T11:50:01Z")

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I’ve been using Boolean subtraction. It works well, however the Boolean object vanishes after the subtraction. Is there any way to stop a Boolean object from disappearing after performing a subtraction?

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## [UI - move/translate and scale](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ui-move-translate-and-scale/4782)

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**Author:** [@mzone3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mzone3d)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2019, 8:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ui-move-translate-and-scale/4782 "2019-05-27T20:29:55Z")

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Is there a way of permanently showing the move/translate and scale buttons on the main UI? I noticed that you can drag the menu bar from one side to the other which is handy, but is there a way of dragging the buttons? …

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## [Supported import formats](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/supported-import-formats/4778)

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**Author:** [@Loren](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Loren)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2019, 8:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/supported-import-formats/4778 "2019-05-28T08:19:23Z")

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Hey, I’m new to Shapr3D. I wanted to go to the source for models for furniture and appliances, such as Herman Miller and Blomberg. I know Shapr isn’t tailored to architecture or interior design, but I was surprised to fi…

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## [Simple question about changing dimensions on a rectangle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simple-question-about-changing-dimensions-on-a-rectangle/4771)

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**Author:** [@bnieco](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bnieco)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 25, 2019, 3:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simple-question-about-changing-dimensions-on-a-rectangle/4771 "2019-05-25T15:58:48Z")

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I’m sure I’m missing something obvious as a brand new user. But surprisingly there’s very little information beyond the super obvious that I can find about the draw rectangle tool. What I would like to do is draw the rec…

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## [Loosing sketch names](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loosing-sketch-names/4748)

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**Author:** [@WrigleyS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WrigleyS)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 4:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loosing-sketch-names/4748 "2019-05-23T16:22:02Z")

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Hi, I’ve noticed that if I move a sketch away from the plane in which it was drawn it looses it’s name. I can understand this if I were moving part of a sketch but I have been selecting the whole sketch via the items b…

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## [Problem uploading files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-uploading-files/4745)

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**Author:** [@step68](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/step68)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 11:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-uploading-files/4745 "2019-05-23T11:21:03Z")

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I can’t seem to upload any files, including step and iges. The app just gets stuck here and never progresses. I just updated the app today, so that’s not the issue.

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