# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=107

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## [Design indentation on body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/design-indentation-on-body/31304)

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**Author:** [@dhillssr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dhillssr)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2024, 2:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/design-indentation-on-body/31304 "2024-04-17T14:12:49Z")

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Hello everyone, new to the software and cad community. I’m currently going through a learning curve, I am using the mac and ipad versions. I have attached an image and would like to know if someone could help me with my…

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## [Double-tapping issue with Apple Pencil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-tapping-issue-with-apple-pencil/28515)

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**Author:** [@Habilis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Habilis)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2024, 6:07am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/double-tapping-issue-with-apple-pencil/28515 "2024-04-17T06:07:29Z")

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Hey all, I’ve been having an issue that has made the app unusable for me for the past month or so. When I try to double-tap a body to select it, most of the time it doesn’t work. For instance, if I double tap on a face …

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## [Keyboard shortcut to snap body to Z0 (lay on face)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keyboard-shortcut-to-snap-body-to-z0-lay-on-face/31284)

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**Author:** [@automatom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/automatom)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2024, 4:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keyboard-shortcut-to-snap-body-to-z0-lay-on-face/31284 "2024-04-16T16:26:45Z")

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Has this feature been added yet and I’m just missing it? I understand we can snap two bodies together, but how can I simply put a body on the deck (so to speak) so it’s at perfect Z0 and I don’t have bodies floating arou…

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## [Drawing sketch from face not possible now?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-sketch-from-face-not-possible-now/31278)

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**Author:** [@darkdvd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/darkdvd)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2024, 9:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-sketch-from-face-not-possible-now/31278 "2024-04-16T09:29:32Z")

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With the latest version of shapr3D, it’s no longer possible to make a “sketch” from the face of an object! Before the introduction of “History-Based Parametric Modeling”, drawing rounded corners was automatic! !? …

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## [Is there any way to split bodies unevenly (see attachment)?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-any-way-to-split-bodies-unevenly-see-attachment/31271)

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**Author:** [@LexaGB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LexaGB)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2024, 9:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-any-way-to-split-bodies-unevenly-see-attachment/31271 "2024-04-16T09:18:53Z")

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I got a football/soccer ball (see the image). It’s a mesh converted to BREP (I selected the part of it so you see I can actually do whatever I want with it). Is there any way to split the body unevenly (red lines)? I ne…

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## [No history panel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/no-history-panel/31257)

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**Author:** [@kbread](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kbread)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2024, 2:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/no-history-panel/31257 "2024-04-16T02:26:30Z")

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I can’t find the history menu. The version is ’ 5.580.0(6676)'. Is it related to the educational version?

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## [History-Based Parametric Modeling is coming to Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-based-parametric-modeling-is-coming-to-shapr3d/26632)

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**Author:** [@Istvan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Istvan)\
**Replies:** 86\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2024, 9:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/history-based-parametric-modeling-is-coming-to-shapr3d/26632 "2024-04-15T09:52:22Z")

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:boom: Today, we are announcing that :drum: History-Based Parametric Modeling :drum: is coming to Shapr3D. :boom: At Shapr3D, we’ve always held grand ambitions. Our goal is still to build the best CAD system in the worl…

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## [If a IPad with a Compatible Pen (Other than apple)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/if-a-ipad-with-a-compatible-pen-other-than-apple/5005)

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**Author:** [@McHelpMe](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/McHelpMe)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2024, 8:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/if-a-ipad-with-a-compatible-pen-other-than-apple/5005 "2024-04-15T08:28:48Z")

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Why do you need a “Apple” Pen to work on this or IPad that is “Compatible” for the Apple Pen. I have a pen that works on any touchscreen device. If you can provide the reason other than what the apple pen is Capable of t…

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## [Bugginess after update](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bugginess-after-update/31183)

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**Author:** [@dmf92](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dmf92)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2024, 7:47am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bugginess-after-update/31183 "2024-04-15T07:47:57Z")

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After latest update I notice more bugs. Shift + double click to change view angle, or click and drag to highlight, requires 4+ attempts before finally working. Also, one thing seems permanent and so maybe a feature and …

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## [Is switching from MacBook to iPad a step forward?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-switching-from-macbook-to-ipad-a-step-forward/30379)

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**Author:** [@Jan-Willem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jan-Willem)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2024, 12:38am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-switching-from-macbook-to-ipad-a-step-forward/30379 "2024-04-15T00:38:15Z")

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Hello All, I am considering switching from a MacBook Pro to an iPad to design with Shapr3D, but have no experience drawing on a tabled. My designs are simple to medium in terms of complexity. With that said, I realize …

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## [Appearance color doesn't follow Union](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/appearance-color-doesnt-follow-union/20299)

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**Author:** [@Do.B](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Do.B)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2024, 6:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/appearance-color-doesnt-follow-union/20299 "2024-04-14T06:51:34Z")

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Hopefully the screenshot will tell more than my words. Red an Grey are the same Body. The new part of the body doesn’t share the same color after union.

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## [Materials - Visualisation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/materials-visualisation/24988)

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**Author:** [@Berimux](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Berimux)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2024, 8:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/materials-visualisation/24988 "2024-04-13T20:27:46Z")

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Hi - I am wondering if I can add my own materials somehow ? I am in the refractory industry and would need more ceramic surfaces than provided in Shapr3D’s library. Looking forward to your reply !

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## [Screw with different diameter on top and bottom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/screw-with-different-diameter-on-top-and-bottom/31255)

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**Author:** [@jsmetana](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsmetana)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2024, 6:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/screw-with-different-diameter-on-top-and-bottom/31255 "2024-04-13T18:38:14Z")

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I want to create screw and screw hole where bottom and top has different diameter.

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## [Wood 700 model. 🤖](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wood-700-model/31243)

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**Author:** [@Justquestions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Justquestions)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 12:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wood-700-model/31243 "2024-04-12T00:41:38Z")

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## [extrude rectangle ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-rectangle/31256)

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**Author:** [@Cyrill](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cyrill)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2024, 3:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-rectangle/31256 "2024-04-13T15:14:21Z")

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I drew a rectangle and want to extrude it. for some reason I can only extrude it downwards by a negative value (e.g. -1), positive extrusion results in an orange rectangle. what do I get wrong?

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## [Edge Projections are problematic as .DXF or .SVG for CNC and laser](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/edge-projections-are-problematic-as-dxf-or-svg-for-cnc-and-laser/31250)

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**Author:** [@VAXman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VAXman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2024, 12:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/edge-projections-are-problematic-as-dxf-or-svg-for-cnc-and-laser/31250 "2024-04-13T12:39:06Z")

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I have been designing some equipment for a Hammond Mfg. case. 1456RL1WHBU - Hammond Mfg. Hammon provides STEP files for the enclosure which I have imported into the Shapr3D project. Various items are being placed on the…

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## [Export file and share issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-file-and-share-issue/31087)

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**Author:** [@hiro](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hiro)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2024, 3:03am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-file-and-share-issue/31087 "2024-04-13T03:03:39Z")

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I have been using Shapr3D for about 5 years now and it is truly a great 3D software. You are continues to evolve and upgrade and has been a great help to my business. However, I have been feeling a little stressed latel…

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## [Connecting Sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/connecting-sketches/31234)

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**Author:** [@boostjuice](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/boostjuice)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 8:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/connecting-sketches/31234 "2024-04-12T20:07:55Z")

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iPad Pro with Pencil v1, updated, etc. Tried searching for this but I’m so lost and frustrated. I am attempting to design a roll cage for a vehicle. I have a 2D sketch of one side completed. When I copy it and move it t…

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## [How do you switch to the fractional part of a value with the keyboard?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-switch-to-the-fractional-part-of-a-value-with-the-keyboard/31248)

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**Author:** [@justin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/justin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 5:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-you-switch-to-the-fractional-part-of-a-value-with-the-keyboard/31248 "2024-04-12T17:19:01Z")

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When entering values in fractional inches, is there a way to switch from entering the whole inches to entering the fractional part without opening up the whole keypad and clicking this button? Space just re-aligns my …

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## [How to space holes equal distance on oval shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-space-holes-equal-distance-on-oval-shape/31244)

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**Author:** [@Pav09990](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pav09990)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 1:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-space-holes-equal-distance-on-oval-shape/31244 "2024-04-12T13:27:59Z")

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Hi It’s probably very easy way to space 60holes equal distance on oval shape but can’t figure how to do it

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## [Portable HiFi Speaker modeled with parametric beta (version 5.560)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/portable-hifi-speaker-modeled-with-parametric-beta-version-5-560/30529)

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**Author:** [@PEC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/PEC)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 1:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/portable-hifi-speaker-modeled-with-parametric-beta-version-5-560/30529 "2024-04-12T01:19:15Z")

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Hi, I wanted to seriously test the parametric Beta version by modeling from scratch a quite complex real life product : a cool HiHi portable speaker from a French manufacturer. Here is the result, left is actual produc…

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## [Import guidance](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-guidance/31241)

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**Author:** [@mhess](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mhess)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 12:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-guidance/31241 "2024-04-12T00:17:32Z")

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I’m looking for guidance on importing – hopefully there is already a doc or topic that I overlooked that someone could link. My goal is to not model standard industry parts that have been modeled by others many times al…

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## [Beta icons for MacOS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beta-icons-for-macos/31240)

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**Author:** [@luisaugusto.mp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/luisaugusto.mp)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 10:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beta-icons-for-macos/31240 "2024-04-11T22:52:21Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: I don’t know if this would fit into this category, but I’ve been using the Beta versions of Shapr3D for about 2 years now and I’ve always been very enthusiastic about the versio…

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## [How to reset the plane move/rotate axis initial zero location/angle to follow the plane's position/rotation in the world?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-reset-the-plane-move-rotate-axis-initial-zero-location-angle-to-follow-the-planes-position-rotation-in-the-world/31238)

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**Author:** [@LexaGB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LexaGB)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 8:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-reset-the-plane-move-rotate-axis-initial-zero-location-angle-to-follow-the-planes-position-rotation-in-the-world/31238 "2024-04-11T20:43:08Z")

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Hello. I believe the image (below) explains everything, but just in case: I need to move/rotate the plane having its initial ‘0-0-0 location/rotation’ as the plane’s current location/rotation, not the world coordinates …

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## [even spaces and center objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/even-spaces-and-center-objects/31221)

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**Author:** [@saul\_Roldan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/saul_Roldan)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 7:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/even-spaces-and-center-objects/31221 "2024-04-11T19:15:18Z")

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I want to know how to centralize and put the same spacing between objects.

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## [Snap to integers when sketching](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snap-to-integers-when-sketching/31219)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 5:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snap-to-integers-when-sketching/31219 "2024-04-11T17:27:21Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Often when sketching you want lines/circles/rectangles rounded to the nearest mm (or cm/m depends on your model) but you have to get close (e.g. 21.95273) and then go to edit th…

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## [Structural Steel Detailing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/structural-steel-detailing/31224)

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**Author:** [@DylanB](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DylanB)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 4:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/structural-steel-detailing/31224 "2024-04-11T16:13:41Z")

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Hi, New to the community. I have come from Sketch Up and Fusion. Really love the GUI and the flow and feel of Shapr and I am excited for my new CAD journey. I have a small one man metal fabrication business. I draw an…

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## [Copy a sketch or solid from one project to another](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-a-sketch-or-solid-from-one-project-to-another/31235)

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**Author:** [@Presto](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Presto)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 4:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-a-sketch-or-solid-from-one-project-to-another/31235 "2024-04-11T16:02:09Z")

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Hi, I have a very large design project of my house. To keep things simple I decided to sketch the kitchen units in a separate project. How do I import one project element into another project?

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## [Création automatique de profils](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creation-automatique-de-profils/31215)

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**Author:** [@alainblanck](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alainblanck)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2024, 5:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creation-automatique-de-profils/31215 "2024-04-10T17:08:38Z")

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Please follow the format below to request a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: \*Consider adding screenshots and as many details as possible, to help the Shapr3D team and the community understand why you n…

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## [Loft with guide curves is failing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-with-guide-curves-is-failing/31207)

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**Author:** [@AlexC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AlexC)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2024, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-with-guide-curves-is-failing/31207 "2024-04-10T14:52:38Z")

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Hi! Can anyone explain why this loft with guide curves is failing? (Operation failed because the resulting body wouldn’t be valid). The guide curves are both snapped to the upper and lower sketches purple points. Both u…

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