# Latest **URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=119 [Latest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/tags.md) **Page:** 120 --- ## [How to link two end of lines?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-link-two-end-of-lines/953)
**Author:** [@ralux](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ralux)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2024, 12:10am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-link-two-end-of-lines/953 "2024-02-11T00:10:39Z")
Hi, I'm playing with the app for about a week and bought it today. Got the problem, that sometimes to end of lines connect magnetically and build (when closed) an object to transform into 3d. But sometimes, I can zoom as… --- ## [Delete the pattern constraint?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/delete-the-pattern-constraint/22244)
**Author:** [@Pouln](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pouln)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 11:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/delete-the-pattern-constraint/22244 "2024-02-10T23:21:18Z")
I used pattern to get a grid. Now I want to delete parts of that grid pattern, but I get the message that in order to do so I first need to delete the pattern constraint. How do I go about that? Working on Windows, bt… --- ## [Import dag to Autocad 2006](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-dag-to-autocad-2006/30266)
**Author:** [@roglie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/roglie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 5:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-dag-to-autocad-2006/30266 "2024-02-10T17:12:27Z")
I can’t get 2d formats from Shapr3d to open in Autocad. Could it be because a version is too old; AutoCAD 2006? --- ## [Axis rotation limis and lock](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/axis-rotation-limis-and-lock/30264)
**Author:** [@Basel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Basel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 11:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/axis-rotation-limis-and-lock/30264 "2024-02-10T11:51:26Z")
When designing mechanics and I want to check the movement it would be way much easier if I could set a point where the rotation stops hense a limited range of rotation Also I prefer if that can applies to each object to… --- ## [Parametric features](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-features/30261)
**Author:** [@gah5118](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gah5118)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 5:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-features/30261 "2024-02-10T05:06:44Z")
Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. First, the direction this is heading is great and I hope these are already on the roadmap but, in case they aren’t; Parameters/variables spreadsheet/database nee… --- ## [Dividing a shape equally](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dividing-a-shape-equally/30253)
**Author:** [@HarrisonDavies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HarrisonDavies)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 1:36am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dividing-a-shape-equally/30253 "2024-02-10T01:36:04Z")
Hi folks, Does anyone know how to equal divide a shape in a sketch? So I have square shape and want to equally divide it along one line into several pieces (new points or lines perpendicular to the first line). Can thi… --- ## [Undo view change](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/undo-view-change/30255)
**Author:** [@rmeador](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rmeador)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 9:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/undo-view-change/30255 "2024-02-09T21:08:03Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: I frequently find myself accidentally changing my viewpoint, most often by orbiting when in sketch mode instead of panning. I’d love a key combo to undo this view change and pu… --- ## [Resizing completed models](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resizing-completed-models/23570)
**Author:** [@JWardT3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JWardT3D)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 2:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resizing-completed-models/23570 "2024-02-09T14:23:31Z")
Hi all, I’m new to the Shapr3d and new to the forums. Researching a new app to replace Fusion, and love the UI and efficiency of this. However, I am running into a few issues… I frequently have to resize our completed m… --- ## [Cannot set exact length](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-set-exact-length/30241)
**Author:** [@TigerMike](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TigerMike)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 12:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-set-exact-length/30241 "2024-02-09T12:58:46Z")
My app recently auto updated to this version. I’m on an M1 iPad Pro. I can no longer set an exact dimension on a simple body. I have a rectangular solid with length of 0.6. I want to set it to 0.5. I used to be able to … --- ## [Axis cube in visualization](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/axis-cube-in-visualization/30238)
**Author:** [@VAXman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VAXman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 12:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/axis-cube-in-visualization/30238 "2024-02-09T12:51:46Z")
I have been modeling a project and I’d like to show customers the views in visualization. Is there a way to have the axis cube in the modeling view also in the visualization view so that I can move the model about to vie… --- ## [Long time fusion360 and solidworks user. Tips for Shapr3D?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/long-time-fusion360-and-solidworks-user-tips-for-shapr3d/13128)
**Author:** [@LasOlas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LasOlas)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 9:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/long-time-fusion360-and-solidworks-user-tips-for-shapr3d/13128 "2024-02-09T09:31:13Z")
I’m really struggling with some things here, namely the lack of construction lines (and the types of constraints they allow) and the inability to mirror sketch elements in sketch mode. I am also having trouble getting ac… --- ## [Version 5.470.0.5808--Basically makes keyboard unusable](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/version-5-470-0-5808-basically-makes-keyboard-unusable/28177)
**Author:** [@STLEditWhen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/STLEditWhen)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 9:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/version-5-470-0-5808-basically-makes-keyboard-unusable/28177 "2024-02-09T09:01:58Z")
When using any feature that needs keyboard input or simply pressing enter / escape, nothing happens and the Apple sound for an invalid key stroke is triggered. In order to fix, one must remove the app and reinstall. Shor… --- ## [Visual feedback of constraint conflicts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visual-feedback-of-constraint-conflicts/27977)
**Author:** [@Bob3DPO](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bob3DPO)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 9:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visual-feedback-of-constraint-conflicts/27977 "2024-02-09T09:01:45Z")
Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. Sometimes while sketching, I get an information bubble for a few seconds that says, ”This constraint would conflict with existing ones.” Then I need to figure out… --- ## [3D illuminated text](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-illuminated-text/30189)
**Author:** [@foxfire](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/foxfire)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 7:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-illuminated-text/30189 "2024-02-09T07:55:45Z")
I want to make illuminated text or logo. After adding a text, I want to combine it and make a cover at the top. Is there a simple method? Where can I find a lesson or guide for you to learn? --- ## [3D sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-sketch/30242)
**Author:** [@LePapa](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LePapa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2024, 10:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-sketch/30242 "2024-02-08T22:11:04Z")
Hi I am looking for best way to draw 3D sketch of central heating pipes inside house … and edit lengths afterwards . Any tips? Intention is to show whole system with valves radiators etc for review --- ## [Why is my export suddenly 10x bigger](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-is-my-export-suddenly-10x-bigger/30235)
**Author:** [@Meg](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Meg)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 9:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-is-my-export-suddenly-10x-bigger/30235 "2024-02-07T21:56:34Z")
Okay I am pretty green to CAD so I hope this a simple basic answer. I work on an IPadOS (10.5 iPad Pro) and I work strictly in mm. Specifically custom jewelry. So my problem is this. Typically when I export a mounting… --- ## [Oval Double Halo ring](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/oval-double-halo-ring/30116)
**Author:** [@Meg](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Meg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 9:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/oval-double-halo-ring/30116 "2024-02-07T21:48:56Z")
Let this be my debut to the forum, I am a total novice to CAD but I use this program for work regularly as a jewelry designer. I LOVE the VR capability. Really puts an edge on my work that no one else in town can do. I … --- ## [Export centers all objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-centers-all-objects/30233)
**Author:** [@KupUser](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/KupUser)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 9:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-centers-all-objects/30233 "2024-02-07T21:15:09Z")
When exporting to a mesh format, Shapr3D is now centering all objects to their origin based on the objects bounding box. The results of this can be pretty drastic if saving all the root-level objects separately in a zi… --- ## [How to draw a rod/pipe with a circular cross section from a square cross section along an arc?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-rod-pipe-with-a-circular-cross-section-from-a-square-cross-section-along-an-arc/30228)
**Author:** [@Tamas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tamas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 9:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-rod-pipe-with-a-circular-cross-section-from-a-square-cross-section-along-an-arc/30228 "2024-02-07T21:09:32Z")
How to draw a rod/pipe with a circular cross section from a square cross section along an arc? I would like to draw a pipe with a circular cross-section from a pipe with a square starting cross-section along a freely dr… --- ## [Saving as SVG file changes dimensions on Shaper Origin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/saving-as-svg-file-changes-dimensions-on-shaper-origin/30176)
**Author:** [@Oxymoron](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oxymoron)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 10:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/saving-as-svg-file-changes-dimensions-on-shaper-origin/30176 "2024-02-07T10:15:26Z")
Hello. New user to both Shapr3D and Shaper Origin here. I’m trying to make a simple cutting path using Shapr3d and upload it to the Shaper Origin using a usb drive. I’v created the cutting path and saved it as an SVG fil… --- ## [Editing text in sketches in HBPM version](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/editing-text-in-sketches-in-hbpm-version/30222)
**Author:** [@TheBum](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TheBum)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 11:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/editing-text-in-sketches-in-hbpm-version/30222 "2024-02-06T23:13:18Z")
Please add the ability to edit text in sketches and have those edits propagate through the history in the HBPM version of Shapr3D, including through any extrusions of the text. This is a feature I find very useful in Fus… --- ## [Gradient patterns](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/gradient-patterns/30221)
**Author:** [@MauricioT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MauricioT)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 8:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/gradient-patterns/30221 "2024-02-06T20:38:46Z")
We now do have circular patterns and square patterns. Would be a powerful addition to have gradient patterns. Would allow us to make groups of skechtes or solids with a variation of number of itens and the distance tha… --- ## [Smart shader/material + Smart shadows](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/smart-shader-material-smart-shadows/30220)
**Author:** [@MauricioT](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MauricioT)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 8:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/smart-shader-material-smart-shadows/30220 "2024-02-06T20:31:47Z")
2 Ideas for better material rendering control on visualization. Smart Shader/material Smart Material with blur/background blur controls + alpha/transparency controls + index of refraction controls + gradient colors con… --- ## [Making threads](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-threads/12493)
**Author:** [@Past1320](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Past1320)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 8:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-threads/12493 "2024-02-06T20:30:06Z")
I have been reading all the problems with making threads. But the real problem has been the creation of the nut afterwards. So see if this would be a little easier, I have downloaded a cupping nut from McMaster Carr then… --- ## [Can't Linear Pattern](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-linear-pattern/30179)
**Author:** [@HarrisonDavies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HarrisonDavies)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 2:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-linear-pattern/30179 "2024-02-06T14:49:22Z")
Hi, I’ve created a solid body and trying to create a linear pattern to cut out of the body. Input the length and number of items and hit enter ( a few times) but the pattern disappears. As per the video. Any advice? … --- ## [Northtrop F5 rc airplane](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/northtrop-f5-rc-airplane/24265)
**Author:** [@Upgrader-dev](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Upgrader-dev)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 6:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/northtrop-f5-rc-airplane/24265 "2024-02-06T06:01:03Z")
Hello, Trying to make a model of the Northtrop F5 single seat. For the moment fuselage quite finished but struggling to scale it to the desired length due to scaling error while I have no imported object in here. Used … --- ## [Some ideas for the future thread tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/some-ideas-for-the-future-thread-tool/30133)
**Author:** [@Pencil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Pencil)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 4:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/some-ideas-for-the-future-thread-tool/30133 "2024-02-06T04:06:15Z")
Maybe a tool in which you can also change the angle of the thread or extend the thread would making threads a lot easier/customizable. And what would also top it off is a tool where you can simulate how it all works to … --- ## [Turn table mode in Visualisation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/turn-table-mode-in-visualisation/30192)
**Author:** [@Treefrog](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Treefrog)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 7:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/turn-table-mode-in-visualisation/30192 "2024-02-05T07:06:04Z")
Hi Team, I really like the ease and speed you can switch between modelling and visualization mode. I really like watching the model come to life. I was thinking when in visualization mode if you could kind of activate… --- ## [Boo's Door - Monster's Inc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boos-door-monsters-inc/30117)
**Author:** [@HarrisonDavies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HarrisonDavies)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 2:10am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boos-door-monsters-inc/30117 "2024-02-06T02:10:15Z")
I’ve only just purchased the app and produced the scare door from Monsters Inc. --- ## [Designing for 3D printers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/designing-for-3d-printers/30203)
**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 6:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/designing-for-3d-printers/30203 "2024-02-05T18:46:44Z")
Very interesting article on 3D printing considerations and your designs. Reducing overhangs is a biggie. Adding noise? At first printing angle on the bed seems counterintuitive, but I like it! [Previous page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=118) [Next page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=120)