# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=263

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## [Showing multiple dimensions in a sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/showing-multiple-dimensions-in-a-sketch/2339)

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**Author:** [@jhenry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jhenry)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2018, 5:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/showing-multiple-dimensions-in-a-sketch/2339 "2018-05-07T17:06:27Z")

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Hello all. Newbie here. I have been digesting the tutorials and noticed that the dimensions tutorial shows multiple dimensions on a given sample sketch (length, angle, arc, etc) all at the same time. But when I create a …

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## [Colours?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/colours/2335)

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**Author:** [@Carl](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Carl)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2018, 7:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/colours/2335 "2018-05-06T07:54:35Z")

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what is happening here with the colours ?\[1723AC61-2444-4AE4-9DC1-36AE3EF8BEF9\] I’m just trying to create a block colour, brown around the white … Anyone know what’s going on here ? Thanks Carl

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## [Boolean fail when intersect](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-fail-when-intersect/2334)

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**Author:** [@Endu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Endu)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2018, 2:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-fail-when-intersect/2334 "2018-05-06T02:12:11Z")

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Hi! I’m new to 3d modelling here. I’m trying to intersect 2 bodies which seen as intersectable but when I select them it shows ‘the boolean failed.’ what does it mean or how do I fix it?

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## [Precision Placement of Objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/precision-placement-of-objects/970)

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**Author:** [@IdeaSandbox](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/IdeaSandbox)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2018, 12:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/precision-placement-of-objects/970 "2018-05-05T12:17:10Z")

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What's the best way for me to find the center of an object and move an element to that center? Or for me to find/define a specific dimension to place an element? I'm having trouble figuring out how to precisely place s…

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## [Weird constraint sketch behavior / bug](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weird-constraint-sketch-behavior-bug/2329)

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**Author:** [@nico\_h](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/nico_h)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2018, 6:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weird-constraint-sketch-behavior-bug/2329 "2018-05-05T06:40:19Z")

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Hi Shapr 3D Team I am very impressed by the software and I wanted to create some replacement caps for my cloth dryer that are getting broken. The diameter of the tubing is 13.1 millimeter so I am trying to create an L …

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## [How do ungroup everything?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-ungroup-everything/2326)

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**Author:** [@kshapley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kshapley)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2018, 12:17pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-ungroup-everything/2326 "2018-05-04T12:17:07Z")

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Working on my pool filter basket. I want to remove the bottom of the basket so I can print it as a seperate component. But i’m Struggling to perform that as I can’t seem to figure out how to ungroup them all. I have man…

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## [Improvements to the camera gestures](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/improvements-to-the-camera-gestures/2284)

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**Author:** [@edahlseng](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/edahlseng)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2018, 6:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/improvements-to-the-camera-gestures/2284 "2018-05-03T18:10:22Z")

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After attempting to use Shapr3D multiple times, and putting it down in frustration on many occasions, I think I’ve realized that the camera gestures could use some improvement. In particular, I think that the camera gest…

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## [Creating fan blades](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-fan-blades/2321)

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**Author:** [@Scervera](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Scervera)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2018, 6:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-fan-blades/2321 "2018-05-03T18:05:37Z")

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I’m making a fan or propeller. In other applications like Fusion 360 there is the ability to create one blade and the reproduce X number of replicas around an axis. Is there any other similar functionality of Shapr3D?

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## [Support for new iPad with Apple Pencil?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/support-for-new-ipad-with-apple-pencil/2235)

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**Author:** [@Yblin6116](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yblin6116)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2018, 1:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/support-for-new-ipad-with-apple-pencil/2235 "2018-05-03T01:01:50Z")

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last week, apple announced a new version of iPad, like iPad Pro, that supports Apple Pencil. I wonder if I can use full functions of Shapr3D with the new iPad?

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## [Editing existing sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/editing-existing-sketches/2263)

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**Author:** [@JohnnyC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JohnnyC)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 30, 2018, 10:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/editing-existing-sketches/2263 "2018-04-30T22:22:28Z")

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Hi! I’m trying to import existing curves made in Rhino and edit them in Shapr3D. Is it even possible? Can Shapr3D edit curves/sketches from other software? I tried exporting/importing using IGES and STEP formats but it d…

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## [Constraints not working since 3.1.4 update](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/constraints-not-working-since-3-1-4-update/2308)

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**Author:** [@Fino71](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fino71)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2018, 5:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/constraints-not-working-since-3-1-4-update/2308 "2018-04-29T17:35:53Z")

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The app has become very unpredictable when it comes to constrained sketch objects since the latest upgrade (3.1.4). For example if I draw a vertical line such that the ends are constrained to edges of a rectangle (but o…

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## [Resize extrude objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resize-extrude-objects/2312)

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**Author:** [@Ortizfja](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ortizfja)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2018, 2:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resize-extrude-objects/2312 "2018-04-29T14:59:13Z")

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So, I looked aroud for the matter of resizing. I found a mention of the yellow thingy. However, the yellow thingy only sclaes the whole group. What I’d like to do is resize width or length, not rescale. Thoughts? Jos…

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## [How to Bypass New Tutorials](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-bypass-new-tutorials/2292)

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**Author:** [@Sid](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sid)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 1:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-bypass-new-tutorials/2292 "2018-04-25T13:49:04Z")

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New guy here and to Shapr3D (free — not quite ready to commit). Lovin’ it! But, can’t figure out how to go straight to the app in v. 3 after having dipped my toes in the new tutorials (thus, bypassing these great Kuhnen …

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## [Latest update problem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/latest-update-problem/2288)

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**Author:** [@DrJ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrJ)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 10:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/latest-update-problem/2288 "2018-04-24T10:54:51Z")

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Since last update most of my designs will not open. The app appears to hang up in a loop then shuts down!?

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## [Open edges of the box](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/open-edges-of-the-box/2254)

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**Author:** [@Carl](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Carl)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2018, 4:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/open-edges-of-the-box/2254 "2018-04-18T16:50:30Z")

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\[92069150-E656-4E89-BF2C-7FDF8FD86C30\] I need to show these vertical edges open 45 degrees kind of pre finished :thinking: any clues guys :love\_you\_gesture:t2:? Going from flat to 45deg then finished 90 den like the i…

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## [Hole in cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hole-in-cylinder/2249)

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**Author:** [@Jmccrack](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jmccrack)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2018, 5:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hole-in-cylinder/2249 "2018-04-16T17:51:26Z")

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I am designing pressure Vessel with fittings and pipes that are welded into the side. The vessel is 36” in diameter. I want a number of 3” fitting coming out the side at various elevations. How do I draw a circle on the …

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## [Grass/plants/foliage](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/grass-plants-foliage/2224)

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**Author:** [@uber.geek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/uber.geek)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2018, 11:53am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/grass-plants-foliage/2224 "2018-04-06T11:53:14Z")

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What’s the best way to tackle something like this? Not looking for full accuracy, of course, but what are some good ways to represent this? \[image\]

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## [Question from the Shapr3D team: editing curves](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-from-the-shapr3d-team-editing-curves/60)

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**Author:** [@Istvan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Istvan)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2018, 10:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-from-the-shapr3d-team-editing-curves/60 "2018-04-06T10:47:48Z")

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Now we are going to work on the curve editing feature, that is (at least I think) the last really painful missing feature from Shapr3D. Regarding that I have a question for you, and if we could collect lots of feedback o…

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## [Transform tool conflicting with edit box](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/transform-tool-conflicting-with-edit-box/2223)

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**Author:** [@uber.geek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/uber.geek)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2018, 5:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/transform-tool-conflicting-with-edit-box/2223 "2018-04-06T05:39:21Z")

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I often run into a situation like the one pictured. When trying to use the transform tool, the edit box pops up in an inconvenient place, and tapping on the field to edit it can become perilous, or impossible: \[image\]

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## [How to edit curve on different plane?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-edit-curve-on-different-plane/2217)

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**Author:** [@Lue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lue)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2018, 7:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-edit-curve-on-different-plane/2217 "2018-04-04T19:08:29Z")

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I got a curve on xz plane,and can’t figure out how to deform it on another plane, xy plane. Apparently it was locked in xz plane. All the changes only apply on xz plane? Thank you.

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## [Memo tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/memo-tool/2200)

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**Author:** [@Lue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lue)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2018, 4:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/memo-tool/2200 "2018-04-04T16:56:38Z")

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Any plan to add memo funtion ? Due to many reasons, i found it is very helpful to record some thoughts and ideas with model,especially after a period of time. While rename in group function doesn’t have enough space. Th…

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## [Student License](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/student-license/2216)

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**Author:** [@sacasaus](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sacasaus)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2018, 4:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/student-license/2216 "2018-04-04T16:41:49Z")

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I applied for a student license on Monday night. What should I expect to see when it goes through and what should I expect to see when it does?

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## [How to achieve “see through”?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-achieve-see-through/2208)

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**Author:** [@GeraldVowles](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GeraldVowles)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2018, 12:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-achieve-see-through/2208 "2018-04-04T12:15:07Z")

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\[image\]Hi, Using the excellent new beginner’s tutorials as a guide, I’m trying some very basic exercises. In this case, I’ve approached the grouping several ways but can’t figure out how to make these intersecting X, Y …

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## [Vector import](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/vector-import/2212)

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**Author:** [@uber.geek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/uber.geek)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2018, 8:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/vector-import/2212 "2018-04-04T08:13:43Z")

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Are there plans to add import ability for vector files (such as SVG) as sketches?

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## [Any way to copy objects between workspaces? (3.x)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/any-way-to-copy-objects-between-workspaces-3-x/2210)

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**Author:** [@uber.geek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/uber.geek)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2018, 10:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/any-way-to-copy-objects-between-workspaces-3-x/2210 "2018-04-03T22:23:44Z")

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I searched and found an old answer, but figured I’d re-ask for the current version. Is there a way to share objects between workspaces? My understanding was that the old answer was to export the workspace and re-import i…

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## [Creating honeycomb infill](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-honeycomb-infill/2175)

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**Author:** [@BoSee](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BoSee)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2018, 4:24am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-honeycomb-infill/2175 "2018-04-03T04:24:40Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m pretty new to Shapr3D, been working with it for about 2 weeks now. I want to print a handplane (think surfboard for your hand) and have the 3D design for the board (I’ve attached a screengrab) - dimens…

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## [Stree test questions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stree-test-questions/2201)

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**Author:** [@Lue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lue)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2018, 12:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stree-test-questions/2201 "2018-04-02T12:21:02Z")

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I watched the stress test video for shapr3d on ytube and it was amazing. However, when i did this pattern thing,it was terrible. For example,I make a shape and Copy it by rotating 12 times. Then my ipad stuck and nasty ‘…

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## [Shapes have all disappeared](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapes-have-all-disappeared/2199)

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**Author:** [@Chrisgreenewald1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chrisgreenewald1)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2018, 12:07am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapes-have-all-disappeared/2199 "2018-04-02T00:07:40Z")

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So in my groups tap all my shape groups still say they have shapes in them but no matter what I do I can’t get the shapes to appear. It’s happened before and I would have to go through and click on all my sketches one by…

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## [Loft ne fonctionne pas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-ne-fonctionne-pas/2197)

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**Author:** [@Maxmac](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Maxmac)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 6:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-ne-fonctionne-pas/2197 "2018-04-01T18:06:09Z")

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Loft ne fonctionne pas ! " Profile with incorrect body properties such as type, closure and orientation " Les arcs de cercle font des angles, c’est dégueulasse ! J’en ai marre des bugs de cette version 3 :-1: \[image\] …

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## [Issues with app getting stuck](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issues-with-app-getting-stuck/2195)

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**Author:** [@CAD\_rookie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CAD_rookie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 9:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/issues-with-app-getting-stuck/2195 "2018-03-31T21:01:35Z")

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Okay so i have the latest iPad Pro and running into issues Where it just gets stuck loading and i have to restart the app. Any help and insight Will be greatly appriciated

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