# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=10

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## [Suggestion for the Hobbyist User Problem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suggestion-for-the-hobbyist-user-problem/40993)

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**Author:** [@Morskul](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Morskul)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 6:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suggestion-for-the-hobbyist-user-problem/40993 "2026-06-11T18:54:04Z")

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I love your software. It is by far the most intuitive hard-surface modeling tool I have ever used. For me, it would be the perfect way to enjoy my hobby occasionally while traveling or on the couch. At the same time, a…

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## [Revolve tool seem semi-broken](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/revolve-tool-seem-semi-broken/41037)

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**Author:** [@jnygaard.dk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jnygaard.dk)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 6:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/revolve-tool-seem-semi-broken/41037 "2026-06-11T18:39:35Z")

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Is it just me, or has something changed with the revolve tool?? Try change the elevation to 5 on this. It’s already intersecting, so why can’t I do that?? This is just a simple test. My real model wouldn’t even revolve …

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## [Making pill cavities](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-pill-cavities/41036)

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**Author:** [@spencersmitty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spencersmitty)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 10:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-pill-cavities/41036 "2026-06-11T10:32:14Z")

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i had a question about the proper way to make these. this is how i have been going about it, but it would be nice to know the proper way to do this without leaving lines in the center. ive imported models into shapr befo…

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## [Lofting with guides is kicking my butt](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-with-guides-is-kicking-my-butt/39746)

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**Author:** [@Wayne949](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Wayne949)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 9:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-with-guides-is-kicking-my-butt/39746 "2026-06-09T21:51:29Z")

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I know this is pretty common problem. I have looked at other posts and videos and I’m still not understanding what I am doing wrong. I have imported some airfoils, they are all very similar, but have very small differen…

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## [How to do a dovetail like shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-do-a-dovetail-like-shape/7030)

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**Author:** [@ps23Rick](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ps23Rick)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 3:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-do-a-dovetail-like-shape/7030 "2026-06-09T15:15:43Z")

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Hi all… So things are progressing with my playing around with Shapr… What I’m attempting to do at this point and part of my difficulty is wrapping my brain around how to do this… I want to do something like a dovetail sl…

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## [Best 3D Printer For Beginners Which One Is Best?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-3d-printer-for-beginners-which-one-is-best/41001)

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**Author:** [@peterson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/peterson)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 11:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-3d-printer-for-beginners-which-one-is-best/41001 "2026-06-08T23:48:50Z")

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I have been looking for the best 3D printers for beginners because I want something easy to use, reliable, and capable of producing good-quality prints without a huge learning curve. I’m mainly looking for a printer with…

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## [Solutions pour récupérer les sections et cotes supprimées par Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/solutions-pour-recuperer-les-sections-et-cotes-supprimees-par-shapr3d/41015)

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**Author:** [@alainblanck](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alainblanck)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 6:50am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/solutions-pour-recuperer-les-sections-et-cotes-supprimees-par-shapr3d/41015 "2026-06-08T06:50:45Z")

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bonjour, Lorsque shapr3D me demande de faire des mise à jours sur mes plans créés avec shapr3D, les cotes des sections sont supprimées, et les sections elles même disparaissent fréquemment. Cela m’oblige à r faire compl…

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## [Looking for Advice: Parametric Gridfinity Baseplate/Bin Generator in Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/looking-for-advice-parametric-gridfinity-baseplate-bin-generator-in-shapr3d/41013)

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**Author:** [@Niv](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Niv)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 5:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/looking-for-advice-parametric-gridfinity-baseplate-bin-generator-in-shapr3d/41013 "2026-06-08T05:33:21Z")

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I’m trying to build a parametric Gridfinity baseplate/bin generator in Shapr3D. I followed a Fusion 360 tutorial, but I keep getting errors when I try to pattern the cutouts. I’m new to Shapr3D, so I’d really appreciate …

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## [Why are gizmos now visible when screenshotting?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-are-gizmos-now-visible-when-screenshotting/41009)

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**Author:** [@mamahler](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mamahler)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 2:05am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-are-gizmos-now-visible-when-screenshotting/41009 "2026-06-08T02:05:35Z")

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When using the screenshot tool, its sometimes nice to select a body or face to call attention to it in the screenshot. After recent updates, the “move” tool arrows are now visible in the screenshot, which looks bad. Won…

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## [Create New Sketch, not working sometimes, new sketch button open last sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-new-sketch-not-working-sometimes-new-sketch-button-open-last-sketch/41011)

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**Author:** [@Barikinil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barikinil)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 6:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/create-new-sketch-not-working-sometimes-new-sketch-button-open-last-sketch/41011 "2026-06-07T18:43:46Z")

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Ok this app has potential, but you have to correct simple a few things first. selection phylosophy: 1-a. : when something selected in a sketch, even if other sketch open, selected sketch opens immediately. who and wh…

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## [Parametric centering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-centering/41005)

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**Author:** [@stone](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stone)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 5:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-centering/41005 "2026-06-07T05:29:34Z")

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how do I keep my drawer knob centered on my parametric model when width changes? The drawer face is a rectangle that changes width, but how do you keep it on the center?

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## [Shapr isn't working for me](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-isnt-working-for-me/40819)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 9:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-isnt-working-for-me/40819 "2026-06-05T21:53:22Z")

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I have canceled my grandfathered subscription. Done in September. Too many problems. Naming SOME. Selection issues: If not accurate within a pixel of selecting anything it jumps to sketch mode; No intuitive selections,…

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## [Selection Clarity](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selection-clarity/40982)

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**Author:** [@DrKronos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrKronos)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 12:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selection-clarity/40982 "2026-06-05T12:57:22Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: The selection of edges and faces still leaves a bit to be desired when it comes to clarity. To illustrate the issue, here’s a quick video: I have 3 edges selected here, t…

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## [Apply Now to Join Shapr3D Gamma](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apply-now-to-join-shapr3d-gamma/40997)

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**Author:** [@H\_Daniel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/H_Daniel)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 12:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apply-now-to-join-shapr3d-gamma/40997 "2026-06-05T12:30:38Z")

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Get selected for Shapr3D Gamma and help shape the next generation of CAD. With free access to all product features - whether already released or still in development - Gamma members are the first to test new functionali…

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## [Designed a Support-Free Therapy Roller in Shapr3D (Full Tutorial)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/designed-a-support-free-therapy-roller-in-shapr3d-full-tutorial/40994)

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**Author:** [@anon53380122](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/anon53380122)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 9:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/designed-a-support-free-therapy-roller-in-shapr3d-full-tutorial/40994 "2026-06-05T09:12:59Z")

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I recently finished designing this support-free therapy roller in Shapr3D and wanted to share the project with the community. The goal was to create a simple but effective trigger-point massage tool that could be used f…

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## [Angled Holes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/angled-holes/5700)

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**Author:** [@JoeT71](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JoeT71)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 5:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/angled-holes/5700 "2026-06-04T17:31:34Z")

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Hi I’m new to Shapr3D. I have a model that I need to cut a angled hole through. What’s the best way to achieve this? Unless I’m missing something, I can’t seem to find an option that after creating the sketch of a circle…

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## [Reimport STEP model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reimport-step-model/40989)

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**Author:** [@bidek](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bidek)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 2:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reimport-step-model/40989 "2026-06-04T14:14:47Z")

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Scenario: I have a model in an external CAD software. I imported it into Shapr3D as a STEP file, arranged it, and duplicated it several times. After that, I made some minor tweaks to the model in the external CAD soft…

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## [FBX Export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fbx-export/22912)

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**Author:** [@CannaSoftware](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CannaSoftware)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 2:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fbx-export/22912 "2026-06-03T14:59:26Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: FBX is the defacto standard under Unreal. For those of us who model digital assets, FBX is the norm. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: The a…

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## [Seeking Paid 1 on 1 Shapr3D Mentoring](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/seeking-paid-1-on-1-shapr3d-mentoring/40964)

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**Author:** [@josepyq](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/josepyq)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 1:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/seeking-paid-1-on-1-shapr3d-mentoring/40964 "2026-06-03T13:55:31Z")

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Hi everyone, I’ve spent quite a bit of time reading the previous tutoring and coaching threads on the forum before posting this. I’ve also reached out privately to several members who had previously offered help, but ma…

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## [2d Grundriss pläne](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-grundriss-plane/40983)

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**Author:** [@Karlos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Karlos)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 1:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-grundriss-plane/40983 "2026-06-03T13:44:13Z")

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Kann man mit der Pro Version besser 2D Pläne zeichnen? also Grundrisse von zum Beispiel einem Theater einfügen, darin Linien einzeichnen und dann Massstabsgerecht ausdrucken? Geht das?

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## [Pizza cutter Design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pizza-cutter-design/40966)

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**Author:** [@BGabor](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BGabor)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 8:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pizza-cutter-design/40966 "2026-06-02T20:18:45Z")

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## [How do you determine the size of a file?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-determine-the-size-of-a-file/40961)

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**Author:** [@GJetson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GJetson)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 3:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-determine-the-size-of-a-file/40961 "2026-06-01T15:18:07Z")

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Some of my files are becoming too big for my iPad Pro. So after merging history, I want to know how much smaller the file has become. But evidently, even files stored locally (using the “Keep Downloaded” option) are not…

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## [Add named tags/labels to version history with filtering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-named-tags-labels-to-version-history-with-filtering/40923)

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**Author:** [@derhally](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/derhally)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 11:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-named-tags-labels-to-version-history-with-filtering/40923 "2026-06-01T11:20:08Z")

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Right now the version history is a linear timeline, which is great for scrubbing back, but it gets hard to navigate once a model has gone through dozens of iterations. I often want to return to a specific known-good stat…

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## [Shapr for android](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-for-android/36484)

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**Author:** [@Nachtigall](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nachtigall)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2026, 3:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-for-android/36484 "2026-05-31T15:16:37Z")

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I’m a mechanical engineering student and I often travel by train, where I try to use the time to work on my projects. I have a Samsung tablet, which I could use for modeling, but unfortunately, Shapr3D isn’t available on…

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## [Double Align / Double forcing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-align-double-forcing/40925)

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**Author:** [@karesz2561](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/karesz2561)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 11:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-align-double-forcing/40925 "2026-05-30T23:29:48Z")

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Hello! Is there a way to do a double alignment? Let’s say one edge of body “A” is aligned with the other edge of body “B”, and one plane of body “A” is aligned with the other plane of body “B”? The situation is a bit …

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## [Tangent / Component Move Tool (Legacy Alias Maya Workflow)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tangent-component-move-tool-legacy-alias-maya-workflow/40924)

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**Author:** [@Casper](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Casper)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 12:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tangent-component-move-tool-legacy-alias-maya-workflow/40924 "2026-05-30T12:33:38Z")

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First of all, thank you to the team for building such a fluid and intuitive design experience in Shapr3D. I would like to request a permanent “Lock Tangent/Edge Axis” toggle for the Transform Gizmo. This core concept wa…

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## [Bending and unbending operation, dxf export environment for burners](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bending-and-unbending-operation-dxf-export-environment-for-burners/40926)

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**Author:** [@Miroslaw](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Miroslaw)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 8:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bending-and-unbending-operation-dxf-export-environment-for-burners/40926 "2026-05-30T08:43:51Z")

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Hello, Please add a bend and unbend feature. Personally, this feature alone would allow me to switch completely to Shapr3D, instead of running two separate programs in parallel. A quick DXF export or a DXF palette (som…

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## [Car body kit help?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/car-body-kit-help/40856)

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**Author:** [@Aut0mat1cjack](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Aut0mat1cjack)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 3:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/car-body-kit-help/40856 "2026-05-29T15:02:29Z")

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Hi everyone, I am not sure if anyone can help but I’m looking to design my own body kit for my car. I am still very new to shapr3D so I’m still learning. I’ve not found many tutorials online for this topic and I was won…

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## [Bunch of decks](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bunch-of-decks/40846)

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**Author:** [@MichaeI](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MichaeI)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 4:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bunch-of-decks/40846 "2026-05-29T04:15:36Z")

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Some of them are concepts, but some of them have made it through the city and got permitted and I built them personally thank you Shapr you have no idea

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## [Shapr3D closes my file if I go to a different iPad app for a few minutes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-closes-my-file-if-i-go-to-a-different-ipad-app-for-a-few-minutes/40917)

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**Author:** [@GJetson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GJetson)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2026, 8:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-closes-my-file-if-i-go-to-a-different-ipad-app-for-a-few-minutes/40917 "2026-05-28T20:12:59Z")

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I’m using the iPad version of Shapr. When I go to a different app for awhile (as little as a few minutes) and come back to Shapr, I find that Shapr has close my file, and I have to open it again. These are large files an…

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