# Latest

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## [Struggling to model this shape with fillet tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/struggling-to-model-this-shape-with-fillet-tool/27241)

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**Author:** [@jimmymodels3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jimmymodels3d)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 1:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/struggling-to-model-this-shape-with-fillet-tool/27241 "2023-08-12T01:43:59Z")

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Can anyone help with how to create this shape? Mine looks like this when trying to use a fillet: I’m not sure how to make it match the reference image:

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## [Drehen einer geneigten Fläche um die Z-Achsew](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drehen-einer-geneigten-flache-um-die-z-achsew/27272)

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**Author:** [@Sobotta](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sobotta)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 9:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drehen-einer-geneigten-flache-um-die-z-achsew/27272 "2023-08-11T21:38:03Z")

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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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## [Can anyone tell how to make this efficient?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-anyone-tell-how-to-make-this-efficient/27251)

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**Author:** [@FisherAu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/FisherAu)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 5:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-anyone-tell-how-to-make-this-efficient/27251 "2023-08-11T17:21:55Z")

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Can anyone tell how to make like this?picture attached Thanks :pray: https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

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## [Drawing is moving from origin point when adding details with dimensions .](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-is-moving-from-origin-point-when-adding-details-with-dimensions/27293)

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**Author:** [@Peanutbear](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Peanutbear)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 5:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-is-moving-from-origin-point-when-adding-details-with-dimensions/27293 "2023-08-11T17:07:12Z")

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Hello, I’m having an issue with my drawing moving from the origin point when adding other sketch elements. If I draw a simple box with the origin point at the center then add a line with a dimension it works fine but if …

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## [File conversion struggle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-conversion-struggle/27292)

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**Author:** [@dmf92](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dmf92)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 5:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/file-conversion-struggle/27292 "2023-08-11T17:04:24Z")

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Hello. I’ve been trying to ask ChatGPT to help me import a file into Shapr3D but to no avail. I can’t see how to attach the file here. Basically I have it in .mb , .zpr , and as .obj I’d like to import as non-mesh (ST…

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## [Copy&Paste values und measurement results](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-paste-values-und-measurement-results/25379)

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**Author:** [@Mbock](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mbock)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 2:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-paste-values-und-measurement-results/25379 "2023-08-11T14:05:55Z")

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Hello Shapr3D Team, You’ve really beefed up the measurement functions lately and I use them often and with pleasure, thanks for that. And the calculation functions in the number field is also very useful. But what I u…

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## [Error](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/error/27285)

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**Author:** [@3115](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/3115)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 11:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/error/27285 "2023-08-11T11:40:19Z")

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Hello, I am a user who uses shapr3d in Korea. I was working on the iPad Pro 5th generation, and I had a lot of work to do, so I was trying to save a little bigger work (the “export” function), but suddenly the program tu…

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## [Pattern in a free shape feature](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pattern-in-a-free-shape-feature/27271)

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**Author:** [@Martign](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Martign)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2023, 3:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pattern-in-a-free-shape-feature/27271 "2023-08-11T03:52:00Z")

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The pattern tool only allows lineal and circular and this is a huge limitation in some mechanical design where the shape is not linear or or circular and still patter is almost impossible without such a tool. Example, de…

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## [Modeling a bicycle frame lug in Shapr3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modeling-a-bicycle-frame-lug-in-shapr3d/27262)

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**Author:** [@JasonFS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JasonFS)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 8:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modeling-a-bicycle-frame-lug-in-shapr3d/27262 "2023-08-10T20:19:27Z")

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I have been attempting, with little progress, to model a bike frame lug in Shapr3d. I feel that it is impossible at the moment. but I would like to know if I am just missing something obvious. Any help would be very…

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## [How to turn a sketch through 90 deg](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-turn-a-sketch-through-90-deg/27270)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 11:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-turn-a-sketch-through-90-deg/27270 "2023-08-10T11:31:17Z")

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Hi there, Is there a way to turn a sketch through 90 deg? I imported a 2D DXF file, but it is laying horisontal. I need it vertical. Thanks

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## [Support for surface dial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/support-for-surface-dial/27269)

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**Author:** [@kitsuu](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/kitsuu)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 7:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/support-for-surface-dial/27269 "2023-08-10T07:14:13Z")

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Hi, I like using Shapr3D a lot, it’s a gamechanging CAD tool for me who happens to use a pen display to work, making prototypes with this saved a lot of time compared to AutoCAD or OnShape. Though, the problem is that m…

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## [Can´t open file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-open-file/27260)

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**Author:** [@roglie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/roglie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2023, 6:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-t-open-file/27260 "2023-08-10T06:14:42Z")

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Created a model of the leaning tower in Pisa. I might have to much details on the pilars which caused problem to open the model. One time i succed to open but then it was not possible to draw lines in sketch mode. I run…

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## [Is it possible to produce a sketch from the top surface of a flat body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-it-possible-to-produce-a-sketch-from-the-top-surface-of-a-flat-body/27250)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 9:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-it-possible-to-produce-a-sketch-from-the-top-surface-of-a-flat-body/27250 "2023-08-09T21:18:53Z")

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I have a body, but I want to change it (angles, lengths etc). Unfortunately I have deleted the sketch from which the body was extruded. Is it possible to select the flat top surface of the body, and from this generate …

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## [How to Curve across all 3 axis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-curve-across-all-3-axis/27245)

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**Author:** [@Karthik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Karthik)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 7:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-curve-across-all-3-axis/27245 "2023-08-09T19:22:43Z")

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I am trying to design a roadbicycle handle bar. The challenge is the shape of the handle bar that goes from X axis to Y axis and to Z axis continuously. I couldn’t figure out a way to do this. Anyone has any idea? Sweep…

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## [Parametric Drawing in Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-drawing-in-shapr3d/27226)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 6:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-drawing-in-shapr3d/27226 "2023-08-09T18:58:51Z")

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When I started 3D printing a long time ago, my hunt for a CAD that I could use to support my hobby started. I had only used 2D AutoCAD before that and maybe SketchUp. I found it more interesting to talk about how I would…

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## [I have no idea what I'm doing, but is it possible to import 3D models of existing products?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-no-idea-what-im-doing-but-is-it-possible-to-import-3d-models-of-existing-products/27254)

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**Author:** [@cstromme](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cstromme)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 12:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-have-no-idea-what-im-doing-but-is-it-possible-to-import-3d-models-of-existing-products/27254 "2023-08-09T12:27:02Z")

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I’m brand new to 3D modeling, and stumbled over Shapr3D as I wanted to try to model some furniture that I’m building at home. Spent the last 2 weeks learning the basics, and I’m super happy with the models I’ve created s…

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## [Keyboard Shortcut for "Show hidden edges"](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keyboard-shortcut-for-show-hidden-edges/27243)

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**Author:** [@jimmymodels3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jimmymodels3d)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2023, 8:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/keyboard-shortcut-for-show-hidden-edges/27243 "2023-08-08T20:32:06Z")

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Sometimes I need to frequently switch between showing and hiding “Hidden Edges” while I’m working on a model. For some reason there doesn’t seem to be a keyboard shortcut for this so I need to manually click a couple tim…

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## [Faulty 3mf export](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/faulty-3mf-export/26449)

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**Author:** [@sunToxx](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sunToxx)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2023, 7:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/faulty-3mf-export/26449 "2023-08-08T19:46:24Z")

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Something is wrong with the way Shapr now exports to 3mf. Normally, when the 3mf is imported into Prusaslicer, the slicer asks if it should load the objects in the file, as a single object. This means that it maintains t…

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## [VW BULLI 3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/vw-bulli-3d/27227)

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**Author:** [@mscAlkoven](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mscAlkoven)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2023, 7:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/vw-bulli-3d/27227 "2023-08-08T19:34:48Z")

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First Try with complex model - not finished yet - great software AR-LINK

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## [merge two files by select in the browser](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/merge-two-files-by-select-in-the-browser/27240)

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**Author:** [@maximeneko](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/maximeneko)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2023, 4:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/merge-two-files-by-select-in-the-browser/27240 "2023-08-08T16:07:02Z")

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sometimes the import/export waste a little time. would it be possible to merge two files after selecting them in the browser? thus, the items would be put in two different folders representing the two previous files.

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## [Save to Local Drive instead of using Cloud](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/save-to-local-drive-instead-of-using-cloud/23145)

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**Author:** [@CannaSoftware](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CannaSoftware)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2023, 2:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/save-to-local-drive-instead-of-using-cloud/23145 "2023-08-08T14:04:19Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: While the Cloud is a great idea, for a business such as ours, where everything must go through GIT (our revision tracking system), including models, the use of Shapr3D cloud cre…

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## [Round/chamfer shell parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/round-chamfer-shell-parts/27152)

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**Author:** [@pro3d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pro3d)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2023, 11:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/round-chamfer-shell-parts/27152 "2023-08-07T23:11:16Z")

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Hi, are there any way to create rounds/chamfers to shell part like in video?

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## [Aligning three-armed object](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-three-armed-object/27202)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2023, 9:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-three-armed-object/27202 "2023-08-07T21:59:24Z")

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Hi, OK, I’ve hit a brick wall with this one. I have a three-armed object which has to be aligned with rods (see screenshot) and I can’t see any way to do this. Each of the arms has holes at the ends, and the rods need…

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## [5.430 - Countdown: visual refresh](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-430-countdown-visual-refresh/26866)

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**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2023, 7:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-430-countdown-visual-refresh/26866 "2023-08-07T19:57:38Z")

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This release focused on just a few bug fixes as we get ready for our upcoming big changes. Alongside various bug fixes and improvements, we’ve been preparing all the exciting enhancements for our much-awaited visual re…

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## [What is the correct method to round a face? Is it possible to 'align' sketch edges?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-correct-method-to-round-a-face-is-it-possible-to-align-sketch-edges/27223)

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**Author:** [@Aakburns](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Aakburns)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2023, 6:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-correct-method-to-round-a-face-is-it-possible-to-align-sketch-edges/27223 "2023-08-07T18:46:52Z")

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I’ve been trying to figure out how to round this face in this drawing. I want to round it ‘outward’. Basically so it’s rounded out and meets up well with the front and back of the shape. I feel like I must be missing …

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## [Somewhere in 1533 ⛵](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/somewhere-in-1533/27208)

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**Author:** [@Justquestions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Justquestions)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2023, 6:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/somewhere-in-1533/27208 "2023-08-06T18:03:47Z")

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Uploading: Captura de pantalla 2023-08-05 a la(s) 10.52.43 p.m…png…

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## [Extrude not behaving as expected](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-not-behaving-as-expected/27201)

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**Author:** [@alexanderhendrickson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alexanderhendrickson)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2023, 6:22am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-not-behaving-as-expected/27201 "2023-08-07T06:22:39Z")

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Having an issue with extrude not subtracting. Here is a video both using an existing shape to try to cut into or subtract from a body, and then drawing a completely new shape. It does not seem to happen on every file I h…

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## [Mercedes-Benz W124 Grill](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mercedes-benz-w124-grill/27210)

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**Author:** [@Salih](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Salih)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2023, 6:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mercedes-benz-w124-grill/27210 "2023-08-06T18:41:40Z")

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## [Draw text on an arc?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-text-on-an-arc/27156)

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**Author:** [@XSFSPD](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XSFSPD)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2023, 5:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/draw-text-on-an-arc/27156 "2023-08-06T17:57:56Z")

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I am looking to see if there is a simple way to add text to a surface using a pre defined arc sketch. This picture shows letters curved on a simple arc. This was created using Fusion 360. I can’t seem to find an easy way…

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## [Can't extrude "You can't extrude the face"](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-extrude-you-cant-extrude-the-face/27149)

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**Author:** [@techdevil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/techdevil)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2023, 5:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-extrude-you-cant-extrude-the-face/27149 "2023-08-06T17:09:33Z")

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Hello I am new to Shapr3d. I just started my trial after testing the free version for a while :slight\_smile: I am new to modeling. Today I created a sketch and I would like to extrude the sides like in my example. Bu…

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