# Latest **URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=38 [Latest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/tags.md) **Page:** 39 --- ## [.DXF Export Issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-export-issue/38558)
**Author:** [@Bad\_at\_Cad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bad_at_Cad)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 4:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dxf-export-issue/38558 "2025-06-30T16:24:54Z")
I’m trying to export .DXF’s for upload to SendCutSend-- and when I upload them on their website, the open areas in my design show up randomly as not closed, and therefore the file is not usable for cutting. The sketch l… --- ## [Stuck on tutorial - can't find centre of shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stuck-on-tutorial-cant-find-centre-of-shape/38591)
**Author:** [@hh44](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/hh44)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 3:49pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stuck-on-tutorial-cant-find-centre-of-shape/38591 "2025-06-30T15:49:47Z")
Hello, I am stuck in tutorial where i dont know why i can’t find the centre of the shape as in the video --- ## [Align Endpoints in Sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-endpoints-in-sketch/38583)
**Author:** [@Garnet](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Garnet)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 8:38am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/align-endpoints-in-sketch/38583 "2025-06-30T08:38:45Z")
I’ve highlighted four points (orange) that I’d like aligned horizontally, but the alignment tool is greyed out. How do I align these? tx --- ## [Any good strategies to tackle this Ronchamp ROOF?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/any-good-strategies-to-tackle-this-ronchamp-roof/38589)
**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 7:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/any-good-strategies-to-tackle-this-ronchamp-roof/38589 "2025-06-30T07:52:08Z")
I made this in Blender while back and want to recreate it in Shapr3d. It’s kinda like a boat and wing at the same time, I’m trying to find the best strategy to recreate this in Shapr. It was first formed, sanded and cu… --- ## [Wavy line appearing inside lofted-\>shelled boat hull](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wavy-line-appearing-inside-lofted-shelled-boat-hull/38584)
**Author:** [@jgsparklab](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jgsparklab)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2025, 10:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wavy-line-appearing-inside-lofted-shelled-boat-hull/38584 "2025-06-29T22:55:42Z")
Hi. Trying to learn my way around loft function. I’ve created a bunch of sketches for a basic boat hull with two closed profiles and some guides. Lofting appears to go well. Then if I try and shell from the top surface … --- ## [Simple way to taper a cylinder by setting diameter](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simple-way-to-taper-a-cylinder-by-setting-diameter/38578)
**Author:** [@I-AM-THE-BORG](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/I-AM-THE-BORG)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2025, 4:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/simple-way-to-taper-a-cylinder-by-setting-diameter/38578 "2025-06-29T16:08:35Z")
Hi, i am really new to Cad stuff, I’ve been looking on you tube but I cant work it out please can you help. I believe it should be a really simple task, but is made un-necessarily hard buy cad programs. (i am old ish 5… --- ## [Extrude along arch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-along-arch/38573)
**Author:** [@theoski](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/theoski)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2025, 11:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/extrude-along-arch/38573 "2025-06-28T23:20:52Z")
First off—what an amazing product. I was this close to jumping out the window after struggling with Fusion and I outgrew Tinkercad I’m stuck on something that seems simple but I just can’t figure it out. I want to extru… --- ## [Sweep stopping just short of endpoint](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-stopping-just-short-of-endpoint/38566)
**Author:** [@jgsparklab](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jgsparklab)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2025, 7:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sweep-stopping-just-short-of-endpoint/38566 "2025-06-28T19:23:41Z")
Hi. I am learning my way round the sweep. I have two sketches, Sketch One is a simple path in one plane. Sketch Two on another plane containing a circle. I sweep the circle in Sketch Two along the path in Sketch One. The… --- ## [What is with this shape that I cannot select to delete](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-with-this-shape-that-i-cannot-select-to-delete/38527)
**Author:** [@markofbitcoin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/markofbitcoin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2025, 1:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-with-this-shape-that-i-cannot-select-to-delete/38527 "2025-06-28T13:52:22Z")
I am making a case to 3D print. I was trying to make some supports under the mounting holes of the lid. At each corner, there seemed to be a different procedure to make what I wanted extruded. In one case, the LOFT funct… --- ## [Unskippable tutorial](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unskippable-tutorial/38505)
**Author:** [@bakadave](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bakadave)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2025, 6:40am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unskippable-tutorial/38505 "2025-06-24T06:40:38Z")
I come from a well estabilished CAD program, I really didn’t need to learn how to rotate an object. I found it incredibly frustrating, just letting you know. --- ## [Best way to pattern a body along an angled face](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-way-to-pattern-a-body-along-an-angled-face/38546)
**Author:** [@acontreras](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/acontreras)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 5:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-way-to-pattern-a-body-along-an-angled-face/38546 "2025-06-27T17:48:17Z")
I’m attempting to build a stand for some pin gauges I have designed the negative I need to create a boolean operation into the stand I tried to create a rectangular pattern, but it doesn’t seem to respect the original … --- ## [Organic modelling details](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/organic-modelling-details/38553)
**Author:** [@andrepazleal](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/andrepazleal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 3:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/organic-modelling-details/38553 "2025-06-27T15:57:20Z")
Hi I’ve modeled this simple poop: But I’m looking to add those details to feel more organic, how can I do this? Danke! --- ## [AR Renderings with ipad pro renders black](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ar-renderings-with-ipad-pro-renders-black/38550)
**Author:** [@Ulf1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ulf1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 12:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ar-renderings-with-ipad-pro-renders-black/38550 "2025-06-27T12:42:45Z")
When trying to use the AR feature, surfaces appear glossy black almost regardless of the chosen material (standard material works), I tried different files, some of them worked some time ago but now show the same result.… --- ## [Invert Options](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/invert-options/22791)
**Author:** [@ivanflo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ivanflo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2025, 11:58am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/invert-options/22791 "2025-06-26T11:58:53Z")
The problem that this feature will solve: Please consider adding invert options to the mac app. When accessing the app from my MacBook with the trackpad as a pointer, I find panning to work as expected. The orbit featur… --- ## [Export issues on iPad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-issues-on-ipad/38534)
**Author:** [@ecreatures](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ecreatures)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2025, 11:15am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/export-issues-on-ipad/38534 "2025-06-26T11:15:18Z")
Shapr 3D provides 2 options for export : regular and quick The regular option allows to export a ZIP with all first level (not hidden) items. On my iPad this function is unreliable : it randomly group visible items in o… --- ## [Apple pencil USB-C](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-usb-c/38537)
**Author:** [@Eshan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Eshan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2025, 10:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-usb-c/38537 "2025-06-26T10:18:01Z")
Hello All, I recently got the base iPad (A16), and I am looking forward to use Shapr3D for basic 3D modelling. Since this iPad supports the Apple pencil USB-C and the 1st gen Apple pencil, I wanted to ask: Has anyone … --- ## [Chamfer and "no blend" error](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/chamfer-and-no-blend-error/38453)
**Author:** [@msibleyj](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/msibleyj)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 7:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/chamfer-and-no-blend-error/38453 "2025-06-25T19:23:52Z")
I have this model I’ve created for 3D printing, which printed just fine (Image 1). Before printing I chamfered most of the edges to make them smooth. But when I tried to taper the end by moving the edge shown in Image 2 … --- ## [5.890 - More context and control in the Dashboard and modeling tools](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-890-more-context-and-control-in-the-dashboard-and-modeling-tools/38401)
**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 6:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/5-890-more-context-and-control-in-the-dashboard-and-modeling-tools/38401 "2025-06-25T18:24:31Z")
Get clearer project context, faster sharing, and more precise control with the latest Dashboard updates and modeling tool improvements. New (iPadOS and macOS): Now you can view the number of members in each shared spac… --- ## [Designing a Hip Flask](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/designing-a-hip-flask/38521)
**Author:** [@IkarusX](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/IkarusX)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 4:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/designing-a-hip-flask/38521 "2025-06-25T16:22:05Z")
Dear Community, i’m new to Shapr3D but until now i managed to design everything iw anted as i wanted using the tutorials. Now i have to “reengineer” a hip flask (see attached drawing). I managed tho create the Body its… --- ## [Sync Issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-issues/38315)
**Author:** [@TheWoodango](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TheWoodango)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2025, 9:06am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sync-issues/38315 "2025-06-10T09:06:04Z")
Trying to “sync” my drawing in order to share it, but it is timing out and saying I need to be connected, but I am connected, I am able to post this issue as proof my connection is good. --- ## [How to find basic functions of the software](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-find-basic-functions-of-the-software/38498)
**Author:** [@ErnieHodge](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ErnieHodge)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2025, 11:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-find-basic-functions-of-the-software/38498 "2025-06-24T11:55:16Z")
Hi, I’m a very new user of Shapr3D. I’m 78 and have had computers since 1987. Yes, that’s before the Internet. I can build mobile responsive websites, I’ve worked with Photoshop and Illustrator since somewhere around 20… --- ## [How to flip or reverse a body?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-flip-or-reverse-a-body/38495)
**Author:** [@msibleyj](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/msibleyj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2025, 9:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-flip-or-reverse-a-body/38495 "2025-06-23T21:15:02Z")
I have an STL of a piece that I need to create the reverse of. The image here is of the component for the right side of a compartment. I need to create one that is exactly like it for the left side. Thanks, Mark --- ## [Subtraction boolean failed when cutting text](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtraction-boolean-failed-when-cutting-text/38485)
**Author:** [@Sacrifyser](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Sacrifyser)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2025, 9:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/subtraction-boolean-failed-when-cutting-text/38485 "2025-06-23T21:14:02Z")
Hello together, I’m totally new in Shapr3D so maybe you can help me. I want to cut out some text out of a body. But while cutting with the subtraction tool, it shows me “Boolean operation failed” for specific character… --- ## [Help with Creating Physical Railings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-creating-physical-railings/38488)
**Author:** [@Jon1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jon1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2025, 5:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/help-with-creating-physical-railings/38488 "2025-06-23T05:26:46Z")
Hello, community! Is there a way to create evenly spaced poles for my railings along this spline? Currently, I’m on Shapr3D Mobile, and I’ve often found that creating railings for my projects is amongst the most time co… --- ## [Union Failure - Boolean Error](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/union-failure-boolean-error/38458)
**Author:** [@KiwiPete](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/KiwiPete)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2025, 5:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/union-failure-boolean-error/38458 "2025-06-21T17:25:57Z")
Hi - I have a problem with the Union Command. I have two overlapping bodies which I want to turn into one body. Every time I use the Union command, I get a Boolean Error (not sure what that means). I have checked out … --- ## [Exported .stl file looks different in Bambu Studio than it does in Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exported-stl-file-looks-different-in-bambu-studio-than-it-does-in-shapr3d/38473)
**Author:** [@Vuetron](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Vuetron)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2025, 2:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exported-stl-file-looks-different-in-bambu-studio-than-it-does-in-shapr3d/38473 "2025-06-21T14:56:09Z")
I’m new to all of this. I’m trying to create this coaster in Shapr3D with an anchor on it. I’m not sure if I’m missing any other steps or just doing it wrong but when I export it as an .stl and then open it up in Bambu… --- ## [Hellebarde Prototyp](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hellebarde-prototyp/38455)
**Author:** [@Andreas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Andreas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2025, 7:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hellebarde-prototyp/38455 "2025-06-20T19:36:27Z")
Ein weiters Spassobjekt. Another fun object. Ps: Is not quite finished yet. Mit freundlichen Grüssen Andreas Desiderius Haudenschild #Schreiner #Woodworker #Wood #Holz --- ## [Best Practice for Modeling Flexible Corrugated Tubes Along 3D Paths](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-practice-for-modeling-flexible-corrugated-tubes-along-3d-paths/38461)
**Author:** [@MKPark](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MKPark)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2025, 1:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/best-practice-for-modeling-flexible-corrugated-tubes-along-3d-paths/38461 "2025-06-20T13:09:43Z")
I’m trying to draw a flexible tube coming out of a box, and I want to freely route it along the X, Y, and Z axes. Currently, I’m sketching multiple circles along the desired path and using the Loft feature, but the resul… --- ## [Can't create linked projection](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-create-linked-projection/38454)
**Author:** [@gregmaletic](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gregmaletic)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2025, 8:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-create-linked-projection/38454 "2025-06-19T20:00:27Z")
I’m trying to project an edge of a rectangle (effectively, mounted on a “wall”) down to a plane on my floor. I want it to be Linked, so when the rectangle is resized, that resizing is reflected in the edge projected onto… --- ## [SVG Export results in a bunch of straight lines](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/svg-export-results-in-a-bunch-of-straight-lines/38431)
**Author:** [@Flatman](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Flatman)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2025, 7:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/svg-export-results-in-a-bunch-of-straight-lines/38431 "2025-06-19T19:43:29Z")
I exported a sketch created in Shapr3D to SVG, but it was output as a bunch of straight lines instead of Bézier curves. How can I export it as it was drawn in the sketch? [Previous page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=37) [Next page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=39)