# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=277

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## [.Freeform surface does not work](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/freeform-surface-does-not-work/369)

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**Author:** [@Reini90](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Reini90)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2016, 9:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/freeform-surface-does-not-work/369 "2016-08-23T09:06:59Z")

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I am new and need help. I want to try out the Freeform surface but it does not work for me.I have looked the tutorial and do so. But I can not draw a line. The points are green.What does go wrong? Thank you for your help …

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## [Bug List](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-list/54)

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**Author:** [@stopaginn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stopaginn)\
**Replies:** 89\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 9:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bug-list/54 "2016-08-19T21:29:42Z")

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\[ \] Freeform didn't allow applying sketch items to start the Freeform. Buggy \[ \] Undo order is not consistent- inadvertent sketch item when you wanted to extrude. Then you undo and other lines show up where you have del…

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## [Separating objects or maintaining part anonymity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/separating-objects-or-maintaining-part-anonymity/348)

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**Author:** [@OCD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/OCD)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2016, 9:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/separating-objects-or-maintaining-part-anonymity/348 "2016-08-13T09:46:22Z")

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Hello, I have not played with Shapr3D in a while but I am on a road trip and have some free time. This could be a dumb question and I may have just forgot the answer. I want to know if after drawing a sketch on another s…

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## [Shapr3d with imac?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-with-imac/353)

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**Author:** [@giaa2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/giaa2)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2016, 9:45am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-with-imac/353 "2016-08-13T09:45:09Z")

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would be possible to run shapr3d on a Imac and control it with the ipad via bluetooth?

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## [New Update?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-update/352)

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**Author:** [@giaa2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/giaa2)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2016, 6:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-update/352 "2016-08-13T06:37:57Z")

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any word on a new update?

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## [Problems with Cylinders (shelling and subtracting)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problems-with-cylinders-shelling-and-subtracting/346)

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**Author:** [@giaa2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/giaa2)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2016, 5:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problems-with-cylinders-shelling-and-subtracting/346 "2016-08-12T05:43:51Z")

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I'm trying to make a simple screw on cap for a cylinder shape I've made a male screw cap (helix groove is extruded) now I'm trying to subtract that from the main cylinder to make a female (intruded groove) but I get an…

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## [Exporting question](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-question/339)

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**Author:** [@cjm](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cjm)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 5:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-question/339 "2016-08-08T17:35:46Z")

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Hi, When exporting, is it possible to export only the currently visible layers or to explicitly indicate the things I want exported from a workspace? I've got a number of things on hidden layers used in the creation o…

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## [Import image reference](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-image-reference/336)

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**Author:** [@Foxhideous](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Foxhideous)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 4:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-image-reference/336 "2016-08-07T16:58:08Z")

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Hi, I was wondering if you can import an image for a background reference image? I was reading through the forums and it was mentioned it was coming in an update quite some time ago. This is something I would consider …

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## [Can't set values when clicking the yellow value box](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-set-values-when-clicking-the-yellow-value-box/209)

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**Author:** [@nbreeden](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/nbreeden)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 5, 2016, 8:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-set-values-when-clicking-the-yellow-value-box/209 "2016-08-05T20:32:58Z")

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I'm unable to set values. I click on the yellow box with the values in it and the setting dialog doesn't appear. I've watched the tutorial a number of time. Is this a bug? Something I'm doing wrong?

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## [Cv do sfvsfvervdfgderMmmmmm](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cv-do-sfvsfvervdfgdermmmmmm/325)

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**Author:** [@Sonic2000](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sonic2000)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 3, 2016, 5:11am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cv-do-sfvsfvervdfgdermmmmmm/325 "2016-08-03T05:11:42Z")

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## [Drawing a sphere](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-a-sphere/317)

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**Author:** [@Devilsgrin87](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Devilsgrin87)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 31, 2016, 3:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-a-sphere/317 "2016-07-31T15:42:49Z")

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Hi guys Did you all tried drawing a sphere .......... Any advise or tutorial on drawing this ? Thanks in advance

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## [Just saw your advert](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/just-saw-your-advert/297)

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**Author:** [@Badgersnadgers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Badgersnadgers)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2016, 11:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/just-saw-your-advert/297 "2016-07-28T23:05:29Z")

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....and would like to know on which evidence you based your assertion that an iPad pro is more powerful than 85% of PCs?

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## [Rim and wheel Sketching](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rim-and-wheel-sketching/313)

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**Author:** [@Nick-1493](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nick-1493)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2016, 9:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rim-and-wheel-sketching/313 "2016-07-28T21:54:50Z")

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I was just wondering would shapr be a good way to model custom wheels on the go or while I'm out the office. I use solid works normally.

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## [Is the Shapr3d Subscription only available in USA?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-the-shapr3d-subscription-only-available-in-usa/219)

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**Author:** [@yawtony](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/yawtony)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2016, 11:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-the-shapr3d-subscription-only-available-in-usa/219 "2016-07-22T11:37:55Z")

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I was wondering if the Pro version of Shapr3D is only available in America or its available worldwide?

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## [STL export has spooky geometry issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-has-spooky-geometry-issue/249)

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**Author:** [@jeigrei](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jeigrei)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2016, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-export-has-spooky-geometry-issue/249 "2016-06-21T14:52:09Z")

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I don't want this post to come off as too sour, so let me first say that shapr3d is amazing and I love it. Thanks to everybody working on it, for sure. I'm currently using shapr for some prototyping. I've designed the …

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## [Problem with transform](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-transform/240)

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**Author:** [@xbox1965](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/xbox1965)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 11:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-with-transform/240 "2016-06-16T23:48:24Z")

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One of the best ever 3D design , I have problem with transform the shape I can't move or rotate when selected the shape !!

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## [Rotating about Z Axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rotating-about-z-axis/233)

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**Author:** [@johnrci3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/johnrci3)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 14, 2016, 1:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/rotating-about-z-axis/233 "2016-06-14T13:01:16Z")

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When I draw a table leg in front view, then I try to change view with my finger, it rotates around the x,y plane instead of z plane. I assume that when drawing in front view the z plane is vertical and x,y are horizontal…

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## [Main Focus of Shapr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/main-focus-of-shapr/40)

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**Author:** [@Shawnkirsch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shawnkirsch)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2016, 2:35am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/main-focus-of-shapr/40 "2016-05-28T02:35:02Z")

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What is the intended audience for this tool?

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## [Problem separating object drawn on a face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-separating-object-drawn-on-a-face/160)

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**Author:** [@Omar5687](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Omar5687)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2016, 1:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-separating-object-drawn-on-a-face/160 "2016-05-16T13:30:30Z")

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\[image\] How do I keep these separate? I drew a rectangle with connected points but when I pull the face it merges with the object I drew on.

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## [Compatibility with other professional modelling software](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/compatibility-with-other-professional-modelling-software/172)

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**Author:** [@steve.bachmayer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/steve.bachmayer)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2016, 7:27am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/compatibility-with-other-professional-modelling-software/172 "2016-05-08T07:27:37Z")

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Hi, up until now I have been modelling with either Solidworks or Maya and like the look of Shapr3D, however some projects working with other people demand that I use these other programs so that we can share and develop …

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## [Job offer, work for Shapr3D freelance pro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/job-offer-work-for-shapr3d-freelance-pro/165)

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**Author:** [@Artfact](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Artfact)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2016, 6:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/job-offer-work-for-shapr3d-freelance-pro/165 "2016-05-04T18:04:43Z")

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Hello members, I write on behalf of french artist Defrancesco, who needs help to create the most amazing monumental artworks. He's looking for a pro to follow his new ideas and even to help him open new boundaries. Also …

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## [Locking constraints/dimensions?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/locking-constraints-dimensions/153)

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**Author:** [@aaron22](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/aaron22)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2016, 2:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/locking-constraints-dimensions/153 "2016-04-27T02:52:35Z")

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Very cool app, I'm really enjoying it so far. However, is there a way to lock down a dimension after entering it? For example, if I set a 90 deg angle and then try to set the length of the line in the sketch, the angle…

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## [REALLY, IHAVE A PROBLEM: I can not start drawing one please help me](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/really-ihave-a-problem-i-can-not-start-drawing-one-please-help-me/117)

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**Author:** [@ramalcas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ramalcas)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2016, 5:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/really-ihave-a-problem-i-can-not-start-drawing-one-please-help-me/117 "2016-04-26T05:12:57Z")

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REALLY, IHAVE A PROBLEM: I can not start drawing one please help me

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## [Integrated Bug Capturing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/integrated-bug-capturing/107)

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**Author:** [@Shawnkirsch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Shawnkirsch)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 3:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/integrated-bug-capturing/107 "2016-04-10T03:46:33Z")

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One thing that I think would make SHAPR really amazing would be to integrate some kind of easy to file bug system. While this is nice, you could really source a lot of community support if you allowed: -logs -movie an…

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## [What do you find unique and what do you love about Shapr3D?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-do-you-find-unique-and-what-do-you-love-about-shapr3d/135)

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**Author:** [@OCD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/OCD)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 8:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-do-you-find-unique-and-what-do-you-love-about-shapr3d/135 "2016-04-08T20:32:22Z")

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I thought that listing what we all like most about Shapr3D might help shape Shapr3D and hopefully keep what we love most about it from disappearing. I also thought it might help draw out a few helpful ways others are mak…

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## [How does the freeform surface tool work?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-does-the-freeform-surface-tool-work/113)

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**Author:** [@abakker](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/abakker)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 2:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-does-the-freeform-surface-tool-work/113 "2016-04-08T02:47:40Z")

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I keep trying to use the freeform surface tool, but for me it does nothing. If I create a cube, select one surface, it tells me to start sketching curves, but nothing happens. no matter what I do, click, pan, move etc, t…

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## [Assembly & Drafting possible?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-drafting-possible/112)

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**Author:** [@Lohez](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Lohez)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2016, 8:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-drafting-possible/112 "2016-04-06T08:54:07Z")

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Hello Shapr3D team, I've seen a video of Shapr3D. Very surprising ! I'm a hard user of SolidEdge and Catia but also a big user of iOS/OS X. I do not have an iPad Pro to test your app : Is it possible to make an assemb…

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## [Congrats! The app is out, the new website is great](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/congrats-the-app-is-out-the-new-website-is-great/90)

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**Author:** [@Tom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tom)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/congrats-the-app-is-out-the-new-website-is-great/90 "2016-03-22T07:14:49Z")

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Guys you did an amazing job! The app is out, the new website is online, the app is featured on the Apple website about the new iPad Pro 9.7" This is huge and I love it. :champagne: :tada:

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## [General discussion](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/general-discussion/16)

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**Author:** [@Attila](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Attila)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2016, 12:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/general-discussion/16 "2016-03-18T12:48:34Z")

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If you'd just like to say hello to the other guys using the app.

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## [Trimming and joining curves](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trimming-and-joining-curves/81)

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**Author:** [@Istvan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Istvan)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 12:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/trimming-and-joining-curves/81 "2016-03-07T12:55:53Z")

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Here is a proposal for the trimming and joining of curves, let us know what you think. @CEKuhnen? No auto trimming, ever Press and release the pencil on a curve to split it Press and hold for 1 sec the pencil at the …

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