# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=278

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## [Sweep Tool - Are Compound Curves/Pipes Possible?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-tool-are-compound-curves-pipes-possible/12692)

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**Author:** [@ctc1111](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ctc1111)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2021, 2:00am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-tool-are-compound-curves-pipes-possible/12692 "2021-05-09T02:00:17Z")

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I am working on tubular frame for something and I am attempting to draw a pipe (D shape) that has a compound curve. It goes ‘up’ and ‘out’ at the same time. There is a leading edge that I had hoped to use the ‘offset ed…

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## [When export an STL it prints with a gap on the bottom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/when-export-an-stl-it-prints-with-a-gap-on-the-bottom/12691)

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**Author:** [@jcm10](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jcm10)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2021, 1:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/when-export-an-stl-it-prints-with-a-gap-on-the-bottom/12691 "2021-05-09T01:57:37Z")

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What happens is it prints with gap in all directions so the filament drops. No other program has this issue and is not the printer. It’s either a bug or I’m using the app wrong.

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## [Can't extrude outer part of offset](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-extrude-outer-part-of-offset/12688)

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**Author:** [@jonlangager](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jonlangager)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2021, 11:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-extrude-outer-part-of-offset/12688 "2021-05-08T23:48:46Z")

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I have a box, and I am looking to make it hollow using the offset and extrude tools. However – instead offsetting the edge and then pushing down the inner section, I would like to pull up the outer section. However, it w…

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## [Technique to hexagonal birdhouse?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/technique-to-hexagonal-birdhouse/12680)

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**Author:** [@pitosalas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/pitosalas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2021, 12:24am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/technique-to-hexagonal-birdhouse/12680 "2021-05-08T00:24:55Z")

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See the attached image for a 6 sided birdhouse. It took a lot of complicated steps to create it. I think there must be a better way of doing it. Here’s what I did: I created a hexagon on the bottom. I then created a sma…

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## [Infinity symbol or moebius strip](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/infinity-symbol-or-moebius-strip/12668)

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**Author:** [@TristanV](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TristanV)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2021, 9:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/infinity-symbol-or-moebius-strip/12668 "2021-05-07T21:08:29Z")

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Hi, is there a tutorial for making a moebius strip or any hints how to make this? Thanks Tristan

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## [Suggestion](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suggestion/12678)

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**Author:** [@Jchrist](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jchrist)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2021, 8:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/suggestion/12678 "2021-05-07T20:45:55Z")

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I think it time that the app be able to work offline somehow, so when I don’t have access to the internet I can access my designs. Also, I think within creative rights the designs I create in the app are my intellectual…

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## [自己設計啊](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/topic/12669)

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**Author:** [@YCo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/YCo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2021, 7:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/topic/12669 "2021-05-07T07:40:33Z")

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## [Align hole with sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-hole-with-sketch/12649)

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**Author:** [@Paulmac66](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Paulmac66)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 7:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-hole-with-sketch/12649 "2021-05-06T19:47:52Z")

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Coming from a history based cad system i am used to altering a sketch and the feature created from the sketch would automatically update, can you edit a sketch used to for example create a hole then align the 3d feature…

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## [Single face with Replace a face tool?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/single-face-with-replace-a-face-tool/12653)

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**Author:** [@Vincent](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Vincent)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 4:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/single-face-with-replace-a-face-tool/12653 "2021-05-06T16:28:59Z")

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Hello, First of all, Shapr3D is a very amazing. Thanks for that. I recently found something strange that happens sometimes when I want to replace a face to another face. Here are the screenshots: As you can see…

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## [iPad Pros podcast episode](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-pros-podcast-episode/12658)

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**Author:** [@Istvan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Istvan)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 3:06pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-pros-podcast-episode/12658 "2021-05-06T15:06:56Z")

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Hey folks, in the latest iPad Pros podcast episode I had a chat with Tim Chaten about Shapr3D, the Apple Design Award, the iPad Pro, Pencil+touch vs. keyboard+mouse, etc. If you are interested in how and why we are build…

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## [Exporting error](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-error/12638)

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**Author:** [@Zebrewz06](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zebrewz06)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 1:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-error/12638 "2021-05-06T13:01:05Z")

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I’ve been exporting stl’s the same way since I’ve been using this app. Today the file shows up as an error on my MacBook and cannot open file to 3d print. Unsure of where to go from here. Process: I complete the design,…

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## [FAQ clarification - turning off auto-renewal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/faq-clarification-turning-off-auto-renewal/12596)

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**Author:** [@GeekAndDad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GeekAndDad)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 9:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/faq-clarification-turning-off-auto-renewal/12596 "2021-05-06T09:33:15Z")

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From the FAQ: How can I cancel the subscription I’ve purchased on the website? Sign into your Account on the website. Click on the three dots next to your current subscription and select ‘cancel.’ Confirm the cancellati…

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## [Dxf import](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-import/5047)

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**Author:** [@david.r](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/david.r)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 9:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-import/5047 "2021-05-06T09:17:03Z")

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Hi all, I am testing the import of \* .dxf files together with the Concepts app with which you can export with the format dxf and svg. When importing the dxf file of concepts, the curves do not appear in Shapr3D as I sho…

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## [Assembly Constrains](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-constrains/12648)

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**Author:** [@TinyWorkshop](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TinyWorkshop)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 5:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/assembly-constrains/12648 "2021-05-06T05:28:49Z")

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I know, there are no constrains to use while assembling bodies. but there’s a plan to add this feature in the future?

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## [What are the parameters for exporting files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-are-the-parameters-for-exporting-files/9733)

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**Author:** [@Past1320](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Past1320)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2021, 6:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-are-the-parameters-for-exporting-files/9733 "2021-05-05T18:27:07Z")

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What are the parameters when I need to export a part from a main file with multiple pieces and folders. Do I need to delete all unwanted files first, in order to keep from copying the unwanted as well. The main file has…

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## [Locking references in sketches to bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/locking-references-in-sketches-to-bodies/11872)

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**Author:** [@max3\_2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/max3_2)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2021, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/locking-references-in-sketches-to-bodies/11872 "2021-05-05T14:52:15Z")

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Hi, I can’t seem to figure that out: for a simple example, I’m trying to build a stack of two boxes where the second one is always set in by a certain amount around the sides. So I go ahead and sketch out a rectangle an…

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## [Change default on Project tool?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/change-default-on-project-tool/12608)

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**Author:** [@TheBum](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TheBum)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2021, 5:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/change-default-on-project-tool/12608 "2021-05-04T17:20:58Z")

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99.9% of the time, I use the Project tool to project a profile onto a sketch so I can add to/manipulate it. Unfortunately, I usually forget to change the setting from Edges to Sketch and then get frustrated because I for…

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## [Confusing email about sub](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/confusing-email-about-sub/12607)

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**Author:** [@taranreese](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/taranreese)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2021, 5:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/confusing-email-about-sub/12607 "2021-05-03T17:19:10Z")

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Hi, I have a standard paid subscription. Today I got an email saying I was upgraded to business for two weeks and then I would be set to a free account. I think this is a wording mistake and wanted to let you that this w…

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## [Snap model to corner of xyz axes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snap-model-to-corner-of-xyz-axes/12606)

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**Author:** [@Filip](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Filip)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2021, 3:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/snap-model-to-corner-of-xyz-axes/12606 "2021-05-03T15:10:55Z")

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I use shapr3d on ipad to make 3dmodels for my 3d printer. I’ve been using it for 7 months now and i have the paid ro version. But can i snap my models into the corner of tthe axes?

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## [BB-8 best for master project tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bb-8-best-for-master-project-tool/10269)

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**Author:** [@Spacjamen](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Spacjamen)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2021, 4:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/bb-8-best-for-master-project-tool/10269 "2021-05-03T04:57:45Z")

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Wow, guys! I thought that one and a half balls should be simple and quick model to make. But with so many details BB-8 UNIT took me a while. And if anyone looks for some challenge to practice PROJECT TOOL here is an idea…

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## [Comet, Spaceship of Captain Future](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/comet-spaceship-of-captain-future/12578)

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**Author:** [@mac\_andre](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mac_andre)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 6:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/comet-spaceship-of-captain-future/12578 "2021-05-02T18:28:36Z")

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Hello all, haven’t done anything with Shapr3d for a while. Here is a project on which I will still work a little… In the next step the model will be exported with Moi3d and then processed in Blender, because I want to …

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## [A suggestion: Share designs between iPad and mac](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-suggestion-share-designs-between-ipad-and-mac/12591)

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**Author:** [@nachogil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/nachogil)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 3:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/a-suggestion-share-designs-between-ipad-and-mac/12591 "2021-05-02T15:41:10Z")

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Hi, To work on same designs, I’m exporting and importing through dropbox between my Mac and my iPad. Probably must be an easily way to work designs form different devices from the same account, don’t? Otherwise here i…

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## [Scale ( echelle )](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scale-echelle/12594)

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**Author:** [@Nefario](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Nefario)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 1:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scale-echelle/12594 "2021-05-02T13:24:59Z")

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hello, I am unable to scale my creation beyond 300%. Do you have a solution?

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## [Shapr3d crashes after trying to export geometry](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-crashes-after-trying-to-export-geometry/12590)

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**Author:** [@renanalmeids](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/renanalmeids)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 12:32pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-crashes-after-trying-to-export-geometry/12590 "2021-05-02T12:32:54Z")

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Hello everyone, I am actually working on a machine with around 1050 elements. So far so good, but I dont know why bu the app keeps closing after ttrying to export the file. Coud anyone give a help:?

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## [Area select tool in the macOS version - feedback needed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/area-select-tool-in-the-macos-version-feedback-needed/12481)

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**Author:** [@DanielR](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DanielR)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 7:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/area-select-tool-in-the-macos-version-feedback-needed/12481 "2021-05-02T07:08:06Z")

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Hello everyone - with last week’s macOS release we have introduced area select. We would love to know what you think about it so far! In the first version of the tool you can: create include/crossing selections have …

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## [Education Projects for High School Students](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/education-projects-for-high-school-students/12338)

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**Author:** [@Cole\_G](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cole_G)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 6:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/education-projects-for-high-school-students/12338 "2021-05-02T06:09:52Z")

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Hi all, Does anyone have a fun project for beginning high school students? Thanks

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## [Tabletop spaceship 3D prints](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tabletop-spaceship-3d-prints/12098)

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**Author:** [@MadMac](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MadMac)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 6:04am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/tabletop-spaceship-3d-prints/12098 "2021-05-02T06:04:42Z")

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All designed in Shapr3d, printed on an Epax x10 resin printer.

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## [Creating a logarithmic shape/curve](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-a-logarithmic-shape-curve/12581)

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**Author:** [@greyfox](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/greyfox)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2021, 5:46am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/creating-a-logarithmic-shape-curve/12581 "2021-05-02T05:46:31Z")

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I’m designing a logarithmic wing-like shape for a project I’m working on. I’m new to CAD, and would like the logarithmic shape to be mathematically precise. How would I go about drawing this shape?

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## [Pro subscription and family sharing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pro-subscription-and-family-sharing/2482)

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**Author:** [@Drone2537](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Drone2537)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2021, 8:26pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/pro-subscription-and-family-sharing/2482 "2021-05-01T20:26:17Z")

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I have a Pro subscription and am curious whether my father will be able to use it as well so we can collaborate on designs… the iOS App Store shows your app supports family sharing, but it is unclear if in-app purchases …

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## [License](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/license/6258)

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**Author:** [@Dave\_P](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dave_P)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 30, 2021, 6:37pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/license/6258 "2021-04-30T18:37:11Z")

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How do I find out if I have the educational license. Nothing shows up in the app subscription folder. In Shapr3D it shows educational license for one year.

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