# Latest **URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=6 [Latest](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/tags.md) **Page:** 7 --- ## [Ignore me :)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ignore-me/41319)
**Author:** [@shapr2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shapr2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 5:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ignore-me/41319 "2026-07-27T17:11:55Z")
Worked it out --- ## [My work in progress: Custome duck and cover](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-work-in-progress-custome-duck-and-cover/41091)
**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 1:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-work-in-progress-custome-duck-and-cover/41091 "2026-07-27T13:57:50Z")
So I bought a small room AC for my 8’ x 12’ office. With one printer going to can be unbearable to work in it while a print is going. It came with a window vent thingy. That isn’t optimal in my tight space so I have to … --- ## [Season 1 Challenge #4 is DONE | Parametric Sketching 4/5](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/season-1-challenge-4-is-done-parametric-sketching-4-5/41278)
**Author:** [@Jeriz](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jeriz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 1:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/season-1-challenge-4-is-done-parametric-sketching-4-5/41278 "2026-07-27T13:31:12Z")
Time for the next challenge! What you’re building Create a parametric sketch of centered buttons inside a rectangle with fixed dimensions. By modifying three driving variables, your model must seamlessly transform from… --- ## [Cannot Export to STL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-export-to-stl/41312)
**Author:** [@Wizzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Wizzy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 11:36am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cannot-export-to-stl/41312 "2026-07-27T11:36:24Z")
Hi Guys, It doesnt seem to let me export this to an STL but cannot figure out why? Just keep getting Cannot export file error when I try. Any Ideas? --- ## [I cant import saved .shapr files](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-cant-import-saved-shapr-files/41314)
**Author:** [@admin2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/admin2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 4:01am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-cant-import-saved-shapr-files/41314 "2026-07-27T04:01:03Z")
I have had my designs saved on my Windows 10 laptop since 2023. I tried opening them today, and the app is unable to open them. It seems a connection to some cloud is not reachable. Please, I need help opening these desi… --- ## [Spare tire woes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spare-tire-woes/41313)
**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 10:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/spare-tire-woes/41313 "2026-07-26T22:39:00Z")
I bought 5 tires for my Ram pickup. I wanted a matching spare. Just bought a matching rim from Ebay. Took it the the shop to get rid of the 12 year old spare + 17 inch rim and put my 20 inch Ebay rim and matching tire u… --- ## [Nudge Tool?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nudge-tool/23259)
**Author:** [@handshaper](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/handshaper)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 6:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/nudge-tool/23259 "2026-07-26T18:19:44Z")
Can someone explain to me why Shapr3D does not have a nudge tool? It seems backward that there is no such tool. I can see why it did not exist on the iPad, but on a desktop machine, it makes no sense. I constantly have … --- ## [Range hood lighting](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/range-hood-lighting/41280)
**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 5:30am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/range-hood-lighting/41280 "2026-07-26T05:30:25Z")
My range hood lighting sucks. Since I’m limited by 12 volt, camper style hoods AND because they ALL have sucky lighting, I am making my own using “ring LEDs”. Adding modes controlled with a push button and an ON/OFF swit… --- ## [To share or not to share…](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/to-share-or-not-to-share/41306)
**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 12:59am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/to-share-or-not-to-share/41306 "2026-07-26T00:59:08Z")
A thread that may be bordering on narcissism, but what the heck an interesting discussion point non the less. Do you ever hesitate to share your creations online for fear of plagiarism or perhaps IP loss (if in a commer… --- ## [What hardware you modelling on?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-hardware-you-modelling-on/41159)
**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 7:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-hardware-you-modelling-on/41159 "2026-07-25T19:27:35Z")
I adopted Sharp3d perhaps 2 years ago, downloaded it on holiday in Lanzerote (as it happens) to keep the mind busy. HAven’t looked back since. That was on the iPad Air 4th Generation 11”. I also have in on an iMac, but … --- ## [Feature Request: Integrating Claude AI for Actual 3D Model Generation (Not Just Renders!)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-integrating-claude-ai-for-actual-3d-model-generation-not-just-renders/40767)
**Author:** [@3djigs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/3djigs)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 7:25pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/feature-request-integrating-claude-ai-for-actual-3d-model-generation-not-just-renders/40767 "2026-07-25T19:25:03Z")
Hey everyone, I love the recent updates to Shapr3D, and the AI Generative Render tool is a nice touch for visualizing projects. However, I’d love to start a discussion about what I see as the next major leap for this ap… --- ## [Ridge inside hollow cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ridge-inside-hollow-cylinder/41310)
**Author:** [@dgarrison63](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/dgarrison63)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ridge-inside-hollow-cylinder/41310 "2026-07-25T18:05:17Z")
Hi everyone. I’m new to 3D modeling, but have been 3D printing models created by other for a couple of years and am now wanting to create models myself with most being things to use around the house. I’ve also had some… --- ## [Shapr wont open.](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-wont-open/41303)
**Author:** [@shane](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/shane)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 8:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-wont-open/41303 "2026-07-24T08:56:58Z")
I’ve been using Shapr for a few years. It’s started out with work not syncing. Did the app repair and reset. No luck there. Uninstalled it and still the same. When I try to open the software it just tells me to go to bro… --- ## [Medieval Flanged Mace](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/medieval-flanged-mace/41268)
**Author:** [@DrKronos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrKronos)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 10:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/medieval-flanged-mace/41268 "2026-07-23T22:50:59Z")
I think I quiet enjoy making replicas of historic weaponry. Not exactly a complicated design, I think this mace turned out quite well. :slightly\_smiling\_face: All parts straight out of the printer, maybe I’ll make anothe… --- ## [iPad OS Introduction Not Working](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-os-introduction-not-working/41299)
**Author:** [@trenton](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/trenton)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 3:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-os-introduction-not-working/41299 "2026-07-23T15:48:48Z")
I am trying our Shapr3D on iPad OS and while going through the introduction tutorial of building a desk organizer I hit a place that doesn’t work as the video shows. When I get to the part where we are extruding the midd… --- ## [Lost projects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lost-projects/41294)
**Author:** [@Andy2828](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Andy2828)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 3:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lost-projects/41294 "2026-07-23T15:33:41Z")
I made a bunch of projects but I let my subscription lapse. Is there anyway I can get my old projects back? It was a lot of work. I exported them as 3MF but thats no help. Is there a way to go back and get them? --- ## [Sketching](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching/41269)
**Author:** [@arsprydf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/arsprydf)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 2:13pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketching/41269 "2026-07-23T14:13:20Z")
I’m having a beginner problem. I’ve created a series of ridges to sit on top of a dome. I’ve created the dome using revolve tool, and imported it into another project. When I try to Move /Rotate the dome the original … --- ## [Solids from patterns and parametric changes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/solids-from-patterns-and-parametric-changes/41282)
**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 8:03pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/solids-from-patterns-and-parametric-changes/41282 "2026-07-22T20:03:42Z")
Challenge 4 threw this up for me in terms of my understanding. Changing the setting so not to spoil the challenge. I create a simple circular pattern of 3 circles. Use a variable for the number of circles. Then extrude.… --- ## [Little Elephant Waffles](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/little-elephant-waffles/41287)
**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 6:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/little-elephant-waffles/41287 "2026-07-22T18:09:26Z")
--- ## [Season 1 Challenge #3 is DONE | Parametric Sketching 3/5](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/season-1-challenge-3-is-done-parametric-sketching-3-5/41227)
**Author:** [@Alex\_Anufriev](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alex_Anufriev)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 9:23am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/season-1-challenge-3-is-done-parametric-sketching-3-5/41227 "2026-07-22T09:23:43Z")
Time for the next challenge! What you’re building Task: Create a parametric model of a hexagonal honeycomb. By changing a single driving parameter (variable), the entire model must adapt and transition from State A to … --- ## [Apple Pencil/Right Click](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-right-click/41286)
**Author:** [@leifnicklas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/leifnicklas)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 8:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-right-click/41286 "2026-07-22T08:17:17Z")
How do I access the right click features using my iPad and an Apple Pencil? Thank you ! https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/requests/new --- ## [Dark Mode: Can't See Gridlines](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dark-mode-cant-see-gridlines/41242)
**Author:** [@stores2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/stores2)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 12:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dark-mode-cant-see-gridlines/41242 "2026-07-20T12:05:16Z")
Hi there, so LED monitors are insanely bright so naturally we all reduce the brightness. However with Shapr 3D I can’t see the grid lines at all in Dark Mode. Even with a screen brightener (Onscreen), still cant see gri… --- ## [Parametric 3D Pattern Issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-3d-pattern-issue/41276)
**Author:** [@rahul.kumar.as](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rahul.kumar.as)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 10:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-3d-pattern-issue/41276 "2026-07-20T10:14:33Z")
Hi everyone I am trying to learn and experiment with Parametric workflow and stuck an issue. I have a variable called qty with default value 1. This variable is used in pattern qty and then mirrored across. Now when the… --- ## [How can I remove fillets?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-remove-fillets/41272)
**Author:** [@aphelia.modisch.0d](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/aphelia.modisch.0d)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 5:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-remove-fillets/41272 "2026-07-19T17:55:11Z")
Hello, I’m having an issue removing the fillets from my model. Shapr3D won’t let me remove them. I created a model (see attachment) with 1 mm fillets on all edges. Now I need to add an additional wall (marked blue). To… --- ## [Centering model to origin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/centering-model-to-origin/41271)
**Author:** [@spencersmitty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spencersmitty)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 9:13am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/centering-model-to-origin/41271 "2026-07-19T09:13:24Z")
i need a solution to centering a model to the world origin. i’m not looking to align the top or bottom face to the origin plane though, i want the literal center of the model on the world origin. ive tried translate but … --- ## [Modeling Envoirnment is Too Dark When in Default View](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modeling-envoirnment-is-too-dark-when-in-default-view/41264)
**Author:** [@Indy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Indy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 10:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modeling-envoirnment-is-too-dark-when-in-default-view/41264 "2026-07-18T22:24:23Z")
When I’m in the default view (Double Click Cube) my objects are very dim. If I zoom in then they get much brighter. See the two examples below. Is there a solution to this problem? --- ## [I tried to design a battle rifle based on the AR-15 platform, chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-tried-to-design-a-battle-rifle-based-on-the-ar-15-platform-chambered-in-6-5-creedmoor/41270)
**Author:** [@2951479273](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/2951479273)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-tried-to-design-a-battle-rifle-based-on-the-ar-15-platform-chambered-in-6-5-creedmoor/41270 "2026-07-18T16:28:33Z")
This is my first model—still a work in progress, but already at a fairly advanced stage of completion. I started with the standard AR‑15 fire control group and modified it to create what I consider the perfect battle rif… --- ## [Loft tool "faulty contact" error](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-tool-faulty-contact-error/41246)
**Author:** [@sabbot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sabbot)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 2:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-tool-faulty-contact-error/41246 "2026-07-17T14:58:32Z")
New to Shapr; I’m importing a DWG converted from an Illustrator SVG. I’ve done what I wanted to do with five out of the six letters that I’m working on, but the shapes of the “B” aren’t working. The error I get is "Ther… --- ## [Drawing export to bitmap formats](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-export-to-bitmap-formats/41261)
**Author:** [@DrKronos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrKronos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 2:05pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/drawing-export-to-bitmap-formats/41261 "2026-07-17T14:05:15Z")
Maybe I haven’t spotted it, but I think there’s no option to export drawings to non-vector formats like png or jpg. Of course I can export to a pdf and get a pixel image from there, but it would be nice if I could skip t… --- ## [Content we watched in March-June](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/content-we-watched-in-march-june/41257)
**Author:** [@Alex\_Anufriev](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Alex_Anufriev)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 11:14am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/content-we-watched-in-march-june/41257 "2026-07-17T11:14:32Z")
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