# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=170

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## [2D drawings date wrong](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-date-wrong/23388)

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**Author:** [@Murdo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Murdo)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 7:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-date-wrong/23388 "2023-04-14T07:58:51Z")

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Does anyone know why the 2D drawings are listing todays date (3/1/23) as the 1st of March (1/3/23). They have the day and month the wrong way round. I can’t submit these drawings until it’s fixed. Checked my internationa…

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## [New Point to Point in Measuring Tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-point-to-point-in-measuring-tool/24423)

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**Author:** [@Johngerard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Johngerard)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 7:44am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-point-to-point-in-measuring-tool/24423 "2023-04-14T07:44:04Z")

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I am trying the above new feature. Easy to use on a Rectangle block but I can not get this to work on a circle or something close to a circle. I can tap in the center of the circle and I get one point. I try taping on an…

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## [Suma Mixer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suma-mixer/25288)

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**Author:** [@Hraf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Hraf)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 11:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suma-mixer/25288 "2023-04-13T11:23:38Z")

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Hi! I’m modeling the mixer on the image below for a project. However, I’m not entirely sure how to go forward with the blades. Any ideas? There are technical drawings of the model on their website. Cheers …

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## [Importing Failure Parasolid and Step](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-failure-parasolid-and-step/25274)

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**Author:** [@keksboy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/keksboy)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 8:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-failure-parasolid-and-step/25274 "2023-04-13T08:48:48Z")

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I´m doing some Assemblys where i got some Parts that are .x\_t files and some others (mostly fasteners) are .step files. If i first import the Parasolid-File i can not import Step and most times vice versa.

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## [Mid point selection and shaping](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mid-point-selection-and-shaping/25285)

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**Author:** [@TheSilentEngineer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TheSilentEngineer)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 11:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mid-point-selection-and-shaping/25285 "2023-04-12T23:07:25Z")

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Hi all, I’v seen questions like this asked in some old posts but there was never a posted resolution. I’m not sure if I’ve found a bug, or if I have a setting turned off. I can not select a line midpoint in a sketch, o…

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## [How to do a negative off of an IGS file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-do-a-negative-off-of-an-igs-file/25241)

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**Author:** [@mikenbrenda](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mikenbrenda)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 8:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-do-a-negative-off-of-an-igs-file/25241 "2023-04-12T20:11:38Z")

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Ford company gave away to anyone a way to make your own concoction accessories for the Ford Fits built into certain vehicles. so basically it is a module that slides into the space in the locations of the fits system on …

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## [Nikola Tesla, Edward Leedskalnin Principals, my interpretation…](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nikola-tesla-edward-leedskalnin-principals-my-interpretation/25279)

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**Author:** [@Romulus369](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Romulus369)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 6:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nikola-tesla-edward-leedskalnin-principals-my-interpretation/25279 "2023-04-12T18:50:27Z")

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“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” ― Nikola Tesla Electric power is everywhere present in unlimited quantities and can drive the world’s machinery with…

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## [Talking Telescope](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/talking-telescope/25097)

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**Author:** [@TigerMike](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TigerMike)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 3:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/talking-telescope/25097 "2023-04-12T15:57:17Z")

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I’d like to share with you a project I worked on during the height of the pandemic. I did some freelance work for a local educational toy company and they wanted me to provide a new design for a talking telescope with a …

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## [Mould, I want to say: after using shapr3D for 3 years, there has been no new function to make modeling break through a new height](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mould-i-want-to-say-after-using-shapr3d-for-3-years-there-has-been-no-new-function-to-make-modeling-break-through-a-new-height/25277)

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**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 3:30pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mould-i-want-to-say-after-using-shapr3d-for-3-years-there-has-been-no-new-function-to-make-modeling-break-through-a-new-height/25277 "2023-04-12T15:30:29Z")

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## [Select face through show hidden edges](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/select-face-through-show-hidden-edges/25269)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 9:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/select-face-through-show-hidden-edges/25269 "2023-04-11T21:20:36Z")

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Is there a way that one can select the face of a model when the face is in a difficuilt to reach place such as the photo below The only way that I can select the face is by zooming in all the wau through the model and …

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## [Browser error when renewing subscription](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/browser-error-when-renewing-subscription/25237)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 7:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/browser-error-when-renewing-subscription/25237 "2023-04-11T19:25:49Z")

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I am trying to renew my subscription but keep on getting this error. I have refereshed the page, clear cach and cookies and keep on getting the same result. Tried to use your help link but they do not seem to udners…

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## [Request for Return to Save File](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/request-for-return-to-save-file/25266)

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**Author:** [@Cpat39](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cpat39)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 6:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/request-for-return-to-save-file/25266 "2023-04-11T18:29:58Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. When I create a STL file I have to left click on NEXT to move to Save action. Usually simply tapping the Return key will advance to next popup screen in this cas…

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## [Using Edges from different sketching surfaces in new sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/using-edges-from-different-sketching-surfaces-in-new-sketch/25258)

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**Author:** [@danno11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/danno11)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 1:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/using-edges-from-different-sketching-surfaces-in-new-sketch/25258 "2023-04-11T13:25:55Z")

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I think I may have asked about this situation before, I am creating a sketch on a surface that is basically in the middle of the part and I want to use a edge that is not on the sketching surface but behind or in front o…

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## [5.350 - Windows Localization](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-350-windows-localization/25156)

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**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 12:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-350-windows-localization/25156 "2023-04-11T12:52:00Z")

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We’ve been busy working on Shapr3D on Windows and Drawings. Check out the latest updates. New: Shapr3D on Windows now speaks 10 additional languages besides English. Go to Settings to change your preference. Improved…

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## [Active Screen Area](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/active-screen-area/25242)

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**Author:** [@PFI-Stark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/PFI-Stark)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 2:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/active-screen-area/25242 "2023-04-10T14:55:17Z")

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The problem: Currently if you are zoomed into an object, and you want to adjust the object or move it by a certain measurement and it’s larger than your zoomed area, you have to select the object and then zoom out to see…

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## [Moving models ](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/moving-models/25230)

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**Author:** [@Abdelaziz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Abdelaziz)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 1:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/moving-models/25230 "2023-04-10T13:08:39Z")

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Hello everyone, I am new to designing, I am trying to create something but it requires some sort of mechanical movements, and as I am designing it, I want to be able to see it move in action in a 3D model, does this app …

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## [Light source like the sun and move like sun or freely move.](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/light-source-like-the-sun-and-move-like-sun-or-freely-move/25240)

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**Author:** [@megac](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/megac)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 12:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/light-source-like-the-sun-and-move-like-sun-or-freely-move/25240 "2023-04-10T12:01:25Z")

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Hello my Shapr3D team. I could have excite and have fun with your creation of this tool. I can have puzzle with interest to solving method of expression of my idea. I could feel free with this tool when i will make th…

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## [export format](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-format/25238)

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**Author:** [@shukuami](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shukuami)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 12:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-format/25238 "2023-04-10T12:01:01Z")

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I made various designs and saved them in different formats but since they are made with the free program they are not suitable for cutting. Could I recover them if I bought the version of the program?

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## [Visualization views fine editing and library](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualization-views-fine-editing-and-library/23079)

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**Author:** [@Arnopello](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Arnopello)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 10:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/visualization-views-fine-editing-and-library/23079 "2023-04-10T10:48:20Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: When we go into visualization mode, we can turn the camera and stick to standard views, CTRL+1 being the only one which is not facing a face. The problem comes when I want to m…

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## [Organizing Parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/organizing-parts/23394)

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**Author:** [@lisa333](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/lisa333)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 10:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/organizing-parts/23394 "2023-04-10T10:37:20Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. When I create complex elements there are some elements that I would like to add to several groups. For example you have 10 special metal profiles that you use on…

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## [Going to buy a device for shapr 3d) is the ipad version different from the macbook version?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/going-to-buy-a-device-for-shapr-3d-is-the-ipad-version-different-from-the-macbook-version/25224)

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**Author:** [@BRTN](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BRTN)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 6:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/going-to-buy-a-device-for-shapr-3d-is-the-ipad-version-different-from-the-macbook-version/25224 "2023-04-10T06:56:49Z")

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Hello! going to buy a device to use the program shapr 3d! ipad much weaker than macbook? is it possible to work only on ipad?

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## [Everyone needs a Vise!](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/everyone-needs-a-vise/25228)

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**Author:** [@JNel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JNel)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 2:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/everyone-needs-a-vise/25228 "2023-04-10T02:26:13Z")

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## [Nuts and bolts in the Shaper format?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nuts-and-bolts-in-the-shaper-format/25226)

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**Author:** [@JNel](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JNel)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2023, 10:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nuts-and-bolts-in-the-shaper-format/25226 "2023-04-09T22:23:33Z")

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I would like to know if there Is there is a source for nuts and bolts in the Shaper format? STL files just don’t do it for me! There must be a way? Any help would be appreciated. Jnel

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## [New Material Textures Suggestions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-material-textures-suggestions/24021)

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**Author:** [@shuwn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shuwn)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2023, 7:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-material-textures-suggestions/24021 "2023-04-09T19:31:09Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Visualization lacks textures commonly used by 3D printers Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: Visualization has a rich selection of materials …

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## [How to wrap this around the entire surface](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-wrap-this-around-the-entire-surface/25219)

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**Author:** [@Robertsshelby57](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Robertsshelby57)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2023, 5:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-wrap-this-around-the-entire-surface/25219 "2023-04-09T17:52:53Z")

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Hi! Could anyone please tell me how I would copy this design to go around the entire plant pot I am designing? I’ve tried projecting it around but it ends up warping the design. Any and all help is appreciated! Thank you…

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## [Dimension on Assembled Model](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimension-on-assembled-model/25200)

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**Author:** [@HanMS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/HanMS)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2023, 2:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dimension-on-assembled-model/25200 "2023-04-09T14:12:53Z")

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Hi All, I would like to request some advice from here when I tried to create dimension on a Assembled Model. Have anyone experienced this and do share with me how it can be done. Thank you

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## [Basket Drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basket-drawing/25173)

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**Author:** [@Derekwong](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Derekwong)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2023, 4:20am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basket-drawing/25173 "2023-04-09T04:20:58Z")

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Hello Guys, I have no idea how to do start to draw weave basket. Can you give some idea how to start it? Many Thanks.

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## [Accurate modeling of a gear](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/accurate-modeling-of-a-gear/24945)

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**Author:** [@PEC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/PEC)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2023, 4:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/accurate-modeling-of-a-gear/24945 "2023-04-08T16:34:54Z")

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It was not supposed to be a tutorial on gear’s tooth modeling… but one thing involving the next one, who knows :grinning: Of course, there are many gears generators (Free Gear Generator - Design & Create Spur Gears – Ev…

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## [In particular, how should this curved surface be made](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/in-particular-how-should-this-curved-surface-be-made/25203)

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**Author:** [@Zhichang](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zhichang)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2023, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/in-particular-how-should-this-curved-surface-be-made/25203 "2023-04-08T13:35:54Z")

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## [Change the measures of a box](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/change-the-measures-of-a-box/25197)

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**Author:** [@Christin83](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Christin83)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2023, 4:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/change-the-measures-of-a-box/25197 "2023-04-08T04:33:07Z")

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Dear all, I would like to change the measures of the box without starting from the beginning again so to speak make the box less „deep“. Is there a way I can do this? When I just change the extrude it cuts the bottom o…

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