# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=257

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## [Orientation cube disorienting](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/orientation-cube-disorienting/3350)

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**Author:** [@Anaphora](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Anaphora)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 12:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/orientation-cube-disorienting/3350 "2018-11-29T12:52:11Z")

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I have just downloaded Shapr3D for the first time. To me “top” appears to be upside down. Am I missing something? \_\_

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## [Free form translate?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/free-form-translate/407)

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**Author:** [@Topogram](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Topogram)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 4:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/free-form-translate/407 "2018-11-28T16:02:46Z")

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Hi, I've been using Shapr3D for a few hours and have worked through all the videos. I'm hoping I have missed something very simple but I can't find a way to do two things: Free form translate. For instance, I'm tryi…

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## [Moving on from Sketch up but confused out dimensions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/moving-on-from-sketch-up-but-confused-out-dimensions/3240)

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**Author:** [@Archeossian](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Archeossian)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 5:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/moving-on-from-sketch-up-but-confused-out-dimensions/3240 "2018-11-28T05:11:23Z")

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I am working on splines that I then extrude and from there select the bottom face to rescale. When I attemp to figure out the dimensions on the form length width and height I can’t seem to be able to get anything… I need…

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## [How to create completely free form shapes such as a rock](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-completely-free-form-shapes-such-as-a-rock/3333)

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**Author:** [@anon19996134](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/anon19996134)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 4:07am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-completely-free-form-shapes-such-as-a-rock/3333 "2018-11-28T04:07:03Z")

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I am trying to replicate the shape of a monolith for interior design and furniture design purposes… I just can’t seem to be able to find the right way to create that… (Mind you I just started learning this app last week)…

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## [Duplicate lines in special conditions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/duplicate-lines-in-special-conditions/3323)

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**Author:** [@hamedtopic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hamedtopic)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 2:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/duplicate-lines-in-special-conditions/3323 "2018-11-27T14:56:35Z")

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See the two vids below pls, how can I duplicate lines in a plane that I created?! I turned off the body in the 2nd attemp(2nd vid), n double tapped on the plane, but no difference observed.

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## [Much annoying bug](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/much-annoying-bug/3319)

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**Author:** [@hamedtopic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hamedtopic)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 8:21am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/much-annoying-bug/3319 "2018-11-27T08:21:38Z")

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I don’t know WTH it is. See the vid below n will send the shpr file to support team

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## [Educational Licence](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/educational-licence/3313)

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**Author:** [@Ebony](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ebony)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 10:30am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/educational-licence/3313 "2018-11-26T10:30:39Z")

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Hi, I am hoping to renew my educational licence. I have just started my art degree at Central Saint Martins, I entered the information into the subscription form but It says I already have an educational licence, which …

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## [Ipad 2018 and Ipad pro vers 1 performance](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-2018-and-ipad-pro-vers-1-performance/3274)

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**Author:** [@mk1978](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mk1978)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 6:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-2018-and-ipad-pro-vers-1-performance/3274 "2018-11-26T06:06:42Z")

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Hello, I just noticed this software and lately I have been checking different reviews and I would be highly interested to test it. I have been modeling with Sketchup for 10 years and I am also printing many of my 3D mod…

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## [Splashing all](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/splashing-all/3255)

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**Author:** [@hamedtopic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hamedtopic)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2018, 10:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/splashing-all/3255 "2018-11-25T10:29:29Z")

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See the vid pls it’s so annoying, sometimes for some far away lines it happens and I won’t be aware of. https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/uploads/shapr3d/original/2X/e/ed18de1e6fd20d0a2a1306028a4ae60a9c6aedd0.MO…

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## [CrashWhenExporting](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crashwhenexporting/3299)

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**Author:** [@hamedtopic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hamedtopic)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2018, 3:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/crashwhenexporting/3299 "2018-11-24T15:48:18Z")

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Find vid and Shapr file below crash.shapr (432 KB) https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/uploads/shapr3d/original/2X/b/bdc4cc0c26884a6f8b3a2a58c28c72f1d63cfe26.MOV

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## [Import 3D scans](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-3d-scans/3285)

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**Author:** [@Tyler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tyler)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 23, 2018, 2:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-3d-scans/3285 "2018-11-23T14:54:53Z")

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Asking if it is possible to import 3D scanned images to shapr? I have all the equipment and the program. Currently putting them on solids works but would be handy to have it on to this

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## [Tutorial help](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorial-help/3259)

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**Author:** [@Jake](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jake)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 21, 2018, 10:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tutorial-help/3259 "2018-11-21T10:54:25Z")

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When I first opened the app it ran me through an interactive tutorial. I can’t seam to find the interactive tutorial any more. I would like to have my son go through the tutorial. Can anyone point me in the right directi…

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## [Battery draining possibly related to the new beta](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/battery-draining-possibly-related-to-the-new-beta/3246)

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**Author:** [@hamedtopic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hamedtopic)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [November 20, 2018, 4:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/battery-draining-possibly-related-to-the-new-beta/3246 "2018-11-20T16:57:44Z")

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Pls battery drains off more than regular days before installing the new beta. Would you pls look back at the code if there is an issue regarding that?!

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## [How to start a new sketch from the corner of a body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-start-a-new-sketch-from-the-corner-of-a-body/3167)

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**Author:** [@kcurtin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kcurtin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 6:22am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-start-a-new-sketch-from-the-corner-of-a-body/3167 "2018-11-08T06:22:30Z")

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I am attempting to extrude a new face that is a half inch wide and aligned with the edge of an existing body. However, when I attempt to draw a half inch horizontal line originating from the top left corner and running a…

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## [Clipping plane bug](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/clipping-plane-bug/3236)

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**Author:** [@BenCarlin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BenCarlin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2018, 6:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/clipping-plane-bug/3236 "2018-11-18T18:08:23Z")

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I’ve been working through one of the tutorials and noticed a clipping plane bug. Basically zooming in or out I get this white plane that goes through my sketch so I can no longer see it. I’ve taken some screenshots but c…

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## [Boolean fail like old republic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-fail-like-old-republic/3224)

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**Author:** [@Bo111111](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bo111111)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2018, 9:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-fail-like-old-republic/3224 "2018-11-18T09:51:23Z")

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I need print this shape for a thing, it’s late, maybe I am make error…? I try subtract but only think for long time, Boolean fail.

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## [Amazing Beta 3.5.4](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/amazing-beta-3-5-4/3218)

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**Author:** [@hamedtopic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hamedtopic)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [November 17, 2018, 2:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/amazing-beta-3-5-4/3218 "2018-11-17T14:13:26Z")

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Hey guys ! Thanks for your great work! The new version is greaaaat… I am much happy with the new project feature :smile: it’s amazing and wish you all the best. Screenshot feature is much better now since it supports fo…

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## [Merged Parts - Split again](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/merged-parts-split-again/3207)

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**Author:** [@Sam75](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sam75)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2018, 12:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/merged-parts-split-again/3207 "2018-11-16T12:26:41Z")

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Hi, I merged some Parts to one Part - how can I Split them again ? Is this possible ? I can only Mark Faces or the Wohle Part … how can i solve that. Regards Marc

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## [Rendering & Animating on iOS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rendering-animating-on-ios/3200)

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**Author:** [@Rob](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rob)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2018, 7:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rendering-animating-on-ios/3200 "2018-11-14T19:36:42Z")

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Does anybody have any recommendations? Just looking to play with some of my Shapr3D creations. Cheers

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## [Revolve?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/revolve/2957)

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**Author:** [@Tomasina](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tomasina)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2018, 4:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/revolve/2957 "2018-11-14T16:13:31Z")

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How to revolve this ? Can’t seem to revolve it does it need to be a 2D shape ? Thanks

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## [Software running on non-pro new iPads](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/software-running-on-non-pro-new-ipads/3189)

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**Author:** [@rubenka](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rubenka)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 6:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/software-running-on-non-pro-new-ipads/3189 "2018-11-13T18:12:09Z")

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Hello, does your software run on the new non-Pro iPads?

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## [MAC Version?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mac-version/2899)

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**Author:** [@luckymix](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/luckymix)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2018, 9:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mac-version/2899 "2018-11-12T09:25:03Z")

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Hello everyone, A mac version is it considered soon ? It will be really amazing !!! sorry if I’m not in the right category but the drop-down menu does not offer any other choice. Thanks,

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## [Setting up my design for CNC wood machine](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/setting-up-my-design-for-cnc-wood-machine/1685)

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**Author:** [@Gresh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gresh)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 10:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/setting-up-my-design-for-cnc-wood-machine/1685 "2018-11-09T10:57:14Z")

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Hello! I’ve made a design of a ships helm. Ultimately I want to be able to import my high quality STL into the software for my CNC machine. But I’m stuck! My complete design is done. However, I need to deconstruct i…

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## [How to split bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-split-bodies/3165)

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**Author:** [@kcurtin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kcurtin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 7:05am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-split-bodies/3165 "2018-11-09T07:05:18Z")

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I have a flat top, I double clicked the top of it, and then sketched a single line one half inch offset from the side. I was able to then select that face and extrude so that there is an extension from the original surfa…

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## [How do you like the new Ipad pro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-like-the-new-ipad-pro/3159)

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**Author:** [@one](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/one)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 3:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-like-the-new-ipad-pro/3159 "2018-11-07T03:06:53Z")

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I am a engineer from China, have worked 12 years, experienced in Solidworks(from 2006 to 2009),Siemens NX(Designing moulde,from 2009 to 2014),PTC Creo(Design moulde,from 2014 to now)。 Excilent to have such a amazine APP…

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## [Cannot change the color of sketch fillings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-change-the-color-of-sketch-fillings/3102)

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**Author:** [@Claudio](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Claudio)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2018, 4:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-change-the-color-of-sketch-fillings/3102 "2018-11-06T16:36:03Z")

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I need to apply a different color to the joining portions of different bodies, to show where the glue should be applied. But there seems no way to apply color only to a portion of a face, even after sketching on it: I …

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## [Creating Complex Assemblies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-complex-assemblies/3129)

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**Author:** [@LittleOak](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LittleOak)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2018, 9:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-complex-assemblies/3129 "2018-11-05T21:24:20Z")

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Hi Guys, Firstly : I am totally impressed with this app and simplicity and speed of use and most likely your tutorials and response to forum questions. Very hands on with us as subscribers and very interactive. Keep up…

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## [Faces up against each other glitchy look](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/faces-up-against-each-other-glitchy-look/3136)

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**Author:** [@alex](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alex)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2018, 4:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/faces-up-against-each-other-glitchy-look/3136 "2018-11-03T16:44:36Z")

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Can this be improved? It looks buggy. When 2 faces are flush together, it should just have a solid colour

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## [Shapr3D to 3D Print Hub](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-to-3d-print-hub/3121)

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**Author:** [@Mattlarry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mattlarry)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2018, 10:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-to-3d-print-hub/3121 "2018-11-03T10:41:07Z")

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Ladies and Gents… with the new iPad news release last night, I am counting down my purchase of a new iPad and Shapr 3D subscription. That being said… I am removing the middle work and planning on designing parts via Sha…

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## [Using “Union”](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/using-union/3133)

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**Author:** [@Leroy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Leroy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 2, 2018, 6:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/using-union/3133 "2018-11-02T18:13:22Z")

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I am a retired, part time hobbyist with limited knowledge. I really have enjoyed making stuff with Shapr3D, but sometimes I get stumped. When drawing my shape, there are a lot of individual parts the can be extruded sep…

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