# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=125

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## [Materials, weathering steel?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/materials-weathering-steel/29717)

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**Author:** [@jb7](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jb7)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 5, 2024, 11:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/materials-weathering-steel/29717 "2024-01-05T23:13:01Z")

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It seems like a long time ago that I requested Cortez as a material. Is it possible that we could have it- there is no substitute that I can find in the materials samples, and its the only metal I actually need to show …

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## [Function-generated sketches?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/function-generated-sketches/29714)

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**Author:** [@Dent](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dent)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 5, 2024, 7:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/function-generated-sketches/29714 "2024-01-05T19:18:18Z")

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Basically I want to use trigonometric functions to generate continuous, smooth transitions (smoother than splines) between straight edges over a finite distance, which could then be extruded to form a supremely smooth su…

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## [3D Pens](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-pens/29707)

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**Author:** [@Jsuto4](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jsuto4)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 5, 2024, 8:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-pens/29707 "2024-01-05T08:55:41Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [Translation bug](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/translation-bug/29633)

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**Author:** [@YouvebeenSerged](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/YouvebeenSerged)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 4, 2024, 10:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/translation-bug/29633 "2024-01-04T10:41:10Z")

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In ‘settings’ the text for tutorial mode is in French while my iPad uses Dutch and the Shapr3D language is English…

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## [Intro to modeling problem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/intro-to-modeling-problem/29598)

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**Author:** [@chewy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chewy)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 4, 2024, 2:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/intro-to-modeling-problem/29598 "2024-01-04T14:45:43Z")

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Brand new to Shapr3D. In fact, never heard of it until Inheritance Machining referenced it. Have manual drafting experience back in the 60’s. TurboCad, Then AutoCad Lite and now Drafsight. All in 2D. Never got the ha…

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## [How many people are available per account?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-many-people-are-available-per-account/29693)

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**Author:** [@LSH](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LSH)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 4, 2024, 8:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-many-people-are-available-per-account/29693 "2024-01-04T08:29:35Z")

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I’m a big fan of Shapr3D! and i’d like to ask a few questions. How many people are available per account? Also, Is it possible to connect at the same time? Thanks for your help in advance and Happy New Year!

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## [How to create a pilot stick/joystick?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-pilot-stick-joystick/29670)

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**Author:** [@Robin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Robin)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 4, 2024, 4:32am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-create-a-pilot-stick-joystick/29670 "2024-01-04T04:32:29Z")

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I want to draw and 3D-print a pilot stick, which looks like this: I sketched a rough outline: But how do I get a body out of this asymmetrical drawing? I tried rotating, sweep etc. but nothing succeded. I am grat…

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## [Distance type horizontal vs. vertical mixed up](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/distance-type-horizontal-vs-vertical-mixed-up/27380)

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**Author:** [@CountZero](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CountZero)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 6:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/distance-type-horizontal-vs-vertical-mixed-up/27380 "2024-01-03T18:10:14Z")

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While drawing 2d sketches and editing the distance between two points i always do wonder if am wrong or the type labes/icons are mixed up? I would switch it. Even how it is shown at the end is vice versa with the arr…

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## [Beginner Tutorial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beginner-tutorial/29659)

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**Author:** [@Merkur](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Merkur)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 4:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/beginner-tutorial/29659 "2024-01-03T16:56:25Z")

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Hi - I am a complete Noob to 3D modeling software but thought it a good idea to better describe some 3D printing parts I’d like my son to make. I am working through the tutorials, which I like but stuck on this one. Wh…

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## [Hiding Dimensions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hiding-dimensions/21478)

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**Author:** [@WatersCreations](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/WatersCreations)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 2:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hiding-dimensions/21478 "2024-01-03T14:18:48Z")

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I’m new to this app and love using it on an iPad Pro. there any way to hide dimensions, or auto hide them until clicked on them lines or intersecting lines. I end up catching myself deleting the locked dimensions at tim…

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## [App crash on project overview](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/app-crash-on-project-overview/29679)

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**Author:** [@msx3000](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/msx3000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 11:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/app-crash-on-project-overview/29679 "2024-01-03T11:58:47Z")

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Hi everyone and a great start into 2024 for you all. I have a strange bug on my iMac 27" from 2020. When I go the projects view with all my models the shapr3D app crashes after a few seconds. I use the app in the maximi…

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## [Export - Density Options of Edges?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-density-options-of-edges/29638)

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**Author:** [@BenShapr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BenShapr)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 11:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-density-options-of-edges/29638 "2024-01-03T11:49:53Z")

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I love my first tests using Shapr. However, what’s super important for me is to have an export option, where I can control the density of the Bevels or Chamfers. I was exporting an .STL file, which is the only option I…

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## [Boolean operation failed - no clues as to why](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-operation-failed-no-clues-as-to-why/29678)

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**Author:** [@Malicious](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Malicious)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 10:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/boolean-operation-failed-no-clues-as-to-why/29678 "2024-01-03T10:48:12Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. Highlighting failure points of a Boolean operation I create complex aesthetic models for 3D printing. And often hit the brick wall if not being able to join them…

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## [Measurements not showing up with Offset Face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measurements-not-showing-up-with-offset-face/29644)

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**Author:** [@SoCuul](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SoCuul)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 10:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measurements-not-showing-up-with-offset-face/29644 "2024-01-03T10:33:54Z")

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I’m trying to adjust the length/width of a 3d body, but measurements seem to only show for one side. Is there a way to view the measurements, without one side showing relative measurements? I’m trying to view the 1…

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## [Buying a device for Shaper3D ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/buying-a-device-for-shaper3d/29675)

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**Author:** [@DanielHoffman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DanielHoffman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 8:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/buying-a-device-for-shaper3d/29675 "2024-01-03T08:25:57Z")

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Hi there I am interested in using Shaper3D with a very specific use case of designing bicycle frames and components, these will be fairly complex designs, with aero profiles, multiple surfaces, custom geometry etc as we…

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## [Split mesh body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/split-mesh-body/29660)

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**Author:** [@Emily2024](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Emily2024)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 6:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/split-mesh-body/29660 "2024-01-03T06:43:38Z")

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Hi, I imported a stl file and I’m trying to split the piece in half. So it’s a business card holder and I want to split the top part from the bottom where I have the red circle. I want to end up with two different pieces…

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## [Object opacity?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-opacity/1985)

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**Author:** [@eross21](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eross21)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 12:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/object-opacity/1985 "2024-01-03T00:58:42Z")

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is there a way to lower a shapes opacity temporarily so that it would aid in aligning other objects behind or user other objects

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## [How to measure from center of a spiral to center of another point?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-measure-from-center-of-a-spiral-to-center-of-another-point/29631)

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**Author:** [@Jan-Willem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jan-Willem)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2024, 4:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-measure-from-center-of-a-spiral-to-center-of-another-point/29631 "2024-01-02T16:42:12Z")

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I would like to center (align) a spiral on the center of an rod. only I cannot find any direct points at the spiral to perform this with the Translate tool, for example. Can anyone tell me how to accomplish this anyway? …

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## [Additional Subscription Options](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/additional-subscription-options/29661)

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**Author:** [@Jaxbucsfan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jaxbucsfan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2024, 3:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/additional-subscription-options/29661 "2024-01-02T15:10:02Z")

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I’m a big fan of Shapr3D and am still what I would consider a novice / hobbyist. As I’ve discussed with other 3D printing hobbyists, like myself, we all would love to have an option for a lower cost subscription. Most …

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## [Min-max distance](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/min-max-distance/29495)

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**Author:** [@YouvebeenSerged](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/YouvebeenSerged)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2024, 11:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/min-max-distance/29495 "2024-01-02T11:01:00Z")

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While the hint suggests it is possible to select 2 arcs, this is not possible. I can select only 1 arc and then a point or line. Try it between the small upper arc and the large lower arc in the top view. Project attach…

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## [Gundam Factory](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/gundam-factory/29662)

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**Author:** [@Derekwong](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Derekwong)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2024, 9:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/gundam-factory/29662 "2024-01-02T09:56:23Z")

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## [New Project Template with Folders](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-project-template-with-folders/29651)

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**Author:** [@Seanu30](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Seanu30)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2024, 8:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-project-template-with-folders/29651 "2024-01-02T08:19:43Z")

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Is it possible to create a default project template to have the same folders created with each project?

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## [Making a decorative border ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-a-decorative-border/29642)

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**Author:** [@Winter](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Winter)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 1, 2024, 9:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/making-a-decorative-border/29642 "2024-01-01T21:49:37Z")

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So I am making a 3D printed night lamp for my daughter. It will be her name written in a cursive decorstice font using 150 mm high letters extruded to 60 mm depth and offset so that there are a few cms to put a LED chai…

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## [About Cad Files Now on Telegram 2024](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/about-cad-files-now-on-telegram-2024/29380)

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**Author:** [@Justquestions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Justquestions)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 4:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/about-cad-files-now-on-telegram-2024/29380 "2023-12-17T16:26:29Z")

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Hello everyone, for those who were asking about Viktor’s designs, the photo included here shows my Channel and Group in the Telegram app. Almost everything is in Spanish but I have some things like videos or books in En…

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## [How To Fillet, Bevel or Chamfer Edges on Body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-fillet-bevel-or-chamfer-edges-on-body/29634)

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**Author:** [@BenShapr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BenShapr)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 1, 2024, 2:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-fillet-bevel-or-chamfer-edges-on-body/29634 "2024-01-01T14:37:16Z")

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How To Fillet, Bevel or Chamfer Edges on Body?

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## [How to use Shapr3D to model 3D synapse and neuron](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-use-shapr3d-to-model-3d-synapse-and-neuron/29646)

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**Author:** [@Jing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jing)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 1, 2024, 8:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-use-shapr3d-to-model-3d-synapse-and-neuron/29646 "2024-01-01T08:34:38Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [How To Merge Two Edges?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-merge-two-edges/29635)

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**Author:** [@BenShapr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BenShapr)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 1, 2024, 6:27am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-merge-two-edges/29635 "2024-01-01T06:27:12Z")

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How To Merge Two Edges?

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## [Import multiple STL files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-multiple-stl-files/24136)

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**Author:** [@Jan1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jan1)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 31, 2023, 8:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-multiple-stl-files/24136 "2023-12-31T20:25:42Z")

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I need to import over 50 stl files into one project. They should also be indicidual objects so I can move the different parts. Is there a way to import them without loading them all individually? I’m using Shapr on iPad…

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## [Why is my body invalid?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-is-my-body-invalid/29606)

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**Author:** [@Rezwan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rezwan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 31, 2023, 7:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/why-is-my-body-invalid/29606 "2023-12-31T19:28:32Z")

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Hey, like the title suggest, I wanted to ask why my body (video below) is invalid when I try to export it. I am new to Shapr3D and can‘t seem to understand why. The problem are the „pipes“ when I remove them I can expor…

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## [Customization](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/customization/15323)

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**Author:** [@bloated\_totem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bloated_totem)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 31, 2023, 7:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/customization/15323 "2023-12-31T19:25:40Z")

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really looking forward to seeing how this app develops. right now feel like we’re missing some key aspects for establishing a fluid workflow : FULLY customizable shortcuts / hotkeys / navigation controls custom pie…

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