# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=26

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## [Shapr3D Install for All Users](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-install-for-all-users/39812)

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**Author:** [@cjp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/cjp)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2025, 2:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-install-for-all-users/39812 "2025-11-18T14:27:59Z")

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Has anyone been able to install Shapr3D for all users successfully? We have a design and technology PC suite at the school and we want any student to be able to log in and access Shapr3D.

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## [Wacom tablet on mac](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wacom-tablet-on-mac/39810)

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**Author:** [@chaotik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chaotik)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2025, 6:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wacom-tablet-on-mac/39810 "2025-11-18T06:01:28Z")

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I run shapr3d on my Mac mini, and would like to be able to use a wacom tablet for pen input instead of trying to sketch etc with the mouse. I understand that these tablets should be compatible with the Mac, and am wonde…

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## [Model button turns into Items button in ‘Model mode’](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/model-button-turns-into-items-button-in-model-mode/39806)

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**Author:** [@Sci](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sci)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 17, 2025, 12:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/model-button-turns-into-items-button-in-model-mode/39806 "2025-11-17T12:32:16Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Less icon/button clutter. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: In ‘Modelling mode’ the model icon/button turns into ‘Items button’ In ‘Visuali…

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## [Windows App not loggin me in?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-app-not-loggin-me-in/39786)

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**Author:** [@Gack](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gack)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 12:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/windows-app-not-loggin-me-in/39786 "2025-11-16T00:14:53Z")

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New user, just registered on the website, activated my account, verified my email. Downloaded the Windows app, installed it and when I run it, it prompts me to log in: No matter which button I click, either “Get Starte…

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## [Resulting body wouldn't be valid - Aircraft nose](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resulting-body-wouldnt-be-valid-aircraft-nose/39800)

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**Author:** [@Borinod](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Borinod)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 15, 2025, 1:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/resulting-body-wouldnt-be-valid-aircraft-nose/39800 "2025-11-15T13:24:25Z")

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Hello. I am trying to create the nose section of an Embraer ERJ-135 aircraft by using cross sections and the loft tool. I have made sure that each and every intersecting point is actually intersecting, yet I am unable to…

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## [New Version requires AVX2, how to go back to an older version?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-version-requires-avx2-how-to-go-back-to-an-older-version/39790)

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**Author:** [@pgmaker](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pgmaker)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2025, 11:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-version-requires-avx2-how-to-go-back-to-an-older-version/39790 "2025-11-14T11:52:15Z")

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We use Shapr3D at my school and are very thankful for the free educational version. Since Schools dont get the newest tech, our computers are old. I wanted to update Shapr3d and nor ist says “AVX2 is needed and you comp…

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## [Slopes and chamfering](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/slopes-and-chamfering/39794)

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**Author:** [@AndersKlick](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AndersKlick)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2025, 1:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/slopes-and-chamfering/39794 "2025-11-14T01:08:47Z")

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How would I blend the edges or make it so that the shape of this boat cabin is more of an elliptical dome? when I try to blend the edges it separates the sketches and looks funky. I want it to be like a half teardrop dom…

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## [Corner profiles in sketch mode (like Chamfers/fillets in modelling mode)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/corner-profiles-in-sketch-mode-like-chamfers-fillets-in-modelling-mode/39792)

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**Author:** [@Sci](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sci)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2025, 1:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/corner-profiles-in-sketch-mode-like-chamfers-fillets-in-modelling-mode/39792 "2025-11-13T13:26:15Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: In certain situations, it’s easier to modify a corner in sketch mode than in modelling mode because of selection. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this fe…

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## [Separate selection tool from editing (line/arc)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/separate-selection-tool-from-editing-line-arc/39636)

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**Author:** [@Sci](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sci)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2025, 1:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/separate-selection-tool-from-editing-line-arc/39636 "2025-11-13T13:06:06Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Quick selection without jumping out of selection mode to draw. Brief description of the outcomes that you expect from this feature: I used a lot of vector design software (Aff…

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## [Unlinking + Deleting individual sketches](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unlinking-deleting-individual-sketches/38959)

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**Author:** [@Developer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Developer)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2025, 10:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unlinking-deleting-individual-sketches/38959 "2025-11-13T10:14:10Z")

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I understand we can merge history, but this would be for individual sketches. A possible workflow: Right click sketch Unlink Delete The problem that this feature will solve: Cleaning up the navigation tree, unlinkin…

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## [SpaceMouse Wireless inoperative with Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-wireless-inoperative-with-shapr3d/39781)

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**Author:** [@chrisbeale](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chrisbeale)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2025, 1:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spacemouse-wireless-inoperative-with-shapr3d/39781 "2025-11-12T13:18:17Z")

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MacOS Tahoe 26.2 Shapr3D Version 5.980.0 (9712) 3D Connexion SpaceMouse Wireless (dongle version) not working with Shapr3D but OK with other apps.

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## [techinal drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/techinal-drawing/39787)

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**Author:** [@esra](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/esra)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2025, 9:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/techinal-drawing/39787 "2025-11-12T09:51:23Z")

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## [Earth globe puzzle](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/earth-globe-puzzle/10211)

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**Author:** [@Chayanne](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chayanne)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 3:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/earth-globe-puzzle/10211 "2025-11-11T15:28:32Z")

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The most difficult project for me

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## [Question about creating precisely holes in big object to fit small objects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-creating-precisely-holes-in-big-object-to-fit-small-objects/39774)

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**Author:** [@LHR123](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/LHR123)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 3:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/question-about-creating-precisely-holes-in-big-object-to-fit-small-objects/39774 "2025-11-11T15:21:15Z")

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Hi, I am a student, and I have been using Shapr3D with basic beginner-level workflows to create models such as ships and weapon equipment for use in video game projects. Previously, when I wanted to create a hole in a l…

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## [5.990 - Upgraded import performance](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-990-upgraded-import-performance/39779)

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**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 2:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-990-upgraded-import-performance/39779 "2025-11-10T14:00:23Z")

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Experience faster, more reliable imports with improved performance for major CAD formats. Improved: Shapr3D’s import engine has been upgraded to support Parasolid v38.0, enhancing performance for CAD formats such as Si…

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## [Grid disappears / behaves strangely after importing parts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/grid-disappears-behaves-strangely-after-importing-parts/35631)

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**Author:** [@R.S](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/R.S)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 9:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/grid-disappears-behaves-strangely-after-importing-parts/35631 "2025-11-10T09:52:40Z")

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I’ve just noticed something ‘new’ on my iPad (Pro): When I import parts (mostly from GrabCad), the grid suddenly behaves strangely. When zooming in, the grid suddenly disappears. I have also noticed that the value in the…

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## [Delete a comment in link view](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/delete-a-comment-in-link-view/39768)

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**Author:** [@forest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/forest)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 8:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/delete-a-comment-in-link-view/39768 "2025-11-10T08:13:50Z")

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hello! i while back i created a link of a project that was in process and sent it to myself. i practiced making a comment. now, i’d like to make a screen video of that version of the model in the link before republishi…

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## [Sketching in mid air](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-in-mid-air/39773)

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**Author:** [@chaotik](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chaotik)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2025, 7:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching-in-mid-air/39773 "2025-11-09T19:43:01Z")

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One of my biggest problems with using Shapr3d for a little over a year as a elderly 73 year old hobbyist is that after creating a 2d sketch and then extruding it, when I attempt to sketch on some extruded surface and t…

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## [5.980 - Easier access to project spaces](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-980-easier-access-to-project-spaces/39687)

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**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2025, 5:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-980-easier-access-to-project-spaces/39687 "2025-11-08T17:32:45Z")

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Move seamlessly between Modeling, Visualization, and Drawings, now accessible directly in the workspace. Improved: Now you can move seamlessly between Modeling, Visualization, and Drawings directly in the editor, with…

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## [Sideboard](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sideboard/39762)

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**Author:** [@Andreas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Andreas)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2025, 4:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sideboard/39762 "2025-11-08T16:10:39Z")

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Heute habe ich ein neues Sideboard entworfen. Ich bin mir selbst noch nicht sicher, was ich davon halten soll. Vielleicht könnt ihr mir eure Meinung dazu sagen? Kritische Anmerkungen sind sehr willkommen! :smiley: Tod…

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## [Basic measurements](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basic-measurements/39766)

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**Author:** [@jsfinchum](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jsfinchum)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2025, 4:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/basic-measurements/39766 "2025-11-08T16:04:41Z")

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I am having a hard time just getting started because I can’t figure out how to just show the measurements of what I am drawing. I am not sure why this is so hard. Can anyone tell me specifically how to show the measureme…

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## [3Dconnexion - issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3dconnexion-issue/39261)

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**Author:** [@3d\_11](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/3d_11)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2025, 1:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3dconnexion-issue/39261 "2025-11-07T13:46:27Z")

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Issue: The SpaceMouse does not respond at all inside Shapr3D, even though it works normally in the 3Dconnexion Trainer. Accessibility and privacy permissions have already been granted in macOS settings. I also tried r…

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## [Can't open program](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-open-program/39697)

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**Author:** [@Paulie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Paulie)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2025, 1:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-open-program/39697 "2025-11-07T13:39:05Z")

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Yesterday I closed Shapr3d and when I went to re-open the program all I get is a slight flickering of the icon and nothing ( running Windows 10 on PC ). I’ve tried several ways to open the program and restarted the compu…

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## [Better Section View gizmo & toggle / exclusion controls](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/better-section-view-gizmo-toggle-exclusion-controls/39601)

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**Author:** [@shanebdavis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shanebdavis)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2025, 7:54pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/better-section-view-gizmo-toggle-exclusion-controls/39601 "2025-11-06T19:54:04Z")

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This is a roundup of several discussions regarding the section view. I started searching for answers because I was very confused about the gizmo. It never showed up for me. Turns out the way I was turning on section view…

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## [5.930 - Sketching upgrade and Dashboard updates](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-930-sketching-upgrade-and-dashboard-updates/39091)

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**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2025, 10:38am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-930-sketching-upgrade-and-dashboard-updates/39091 "2025-11-06T10:38:40Z")

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Sketch faster and manage your projects with more control. This release brings major performance improvements to sketching and new options for Dashboard sharing and storage. Sketching performance upgrades: Improved: S…

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## [Weld Symbols and Callouts (2D Prints)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weld-symbols-and-callouts-2d-prints/39748)

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**Author:** [@brandon-ase](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/brandon-ase)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2025, 5:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/weld-symbols-and-callouts-2d-prints/39748 "2025-11-05T05:52:41Z")

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Are there any plans to add symbols and options for weld callouts in 2D prints? This would enhance the 2D print environment while expanding Shapr3D capabilities for it’s users, while eliminating the need to adjust prints…

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## [Perpetual License](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/perpetual-license/16296)

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**Author:** [@alvalencia235](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alvalencia235)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2025, 3:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/perpetual-license/16296 "2025-11-05T03:28:12Z")

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Hi, is there any future plan for perpetual license? I have subscribed for the annual plan, but i only used during small project. I don’t see much value on trying to renew if i’m only doing 5 to six project a year. pl…

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## [View Lock](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/view-lock/32348)

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**Author:** [@APDesignMachine](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/APDesignMachine)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2025, 6:34am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/view-lock/32348 "2025-11-04T06:34:42Z")

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This has been brought up a few times going back to 2017 but I believe it needs to be re-visited. A button to lock the current view and zoom level. I have a few projects that require me to create manuals for end users wi…

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## [Im trying to make threads box](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/im-trying-to-make-threads-box/39744)

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**Author:** [@Reefly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Reefly)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 5:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/im-trying-to-make-threads-box/39744 "2025-11-03T17:50:34Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m new to 3D printing and design, but I’m eager to learn. I’m trying to figure out where I can find good information and tutorials on how to create something similar to the box in the pictures. First of a…

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## [I am trying to make a gauntlet, but I don’t know how. Does anyone know?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-am-trying-to-make-a-gauntlet-but-i-don-t-know-how-does-anyone-know/39743)

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**Author:** [@A11spark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/A11spark)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-am-trying-to-make-a-gauntlet-but-i-don-t-know-how-does-anyone-know/39743 "2025-11-03T17:18:19Z")

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I’ve done cosplay props. Now, I am trying to be able to do the armor and masks as well. I’m currently trying to make bracers and leg armor. If anyone knows how to do this, please reply.

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