# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=72

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## [Ability to Manually Set Grid Spacing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-manually-set-grid-spacing/35156)

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**Author:** [@K\_Kepley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/K_Kepley)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 1:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ability-to-manually-set-grid-spacing/35156 "2024-11-14T13:41:32Z")

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I am currently a Solidworks user, but am very impressed with the efficiency of the user interface on Shapr3D and will probably start using it as a faster way to create designs. There is one thing that is driving me craz…

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## [What is the point of all these constraint icons? Can I hide them?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-point-of-all-these-constraint-icons-can-i-hide-them/35154)

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**Author:** [@Mindful\_Mayhem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mindful_Mayhem)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 8:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-point-of-all-these-constraint-icons-can-i-hide-them/35154 "2024-11-14T08:52:31Z")

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These little square “buttons” with constraint icons are always in the way, and they don’t seem to do anything except turn blue when I click them, do they actually do anything, or just to show that there is a constraint? …

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## [Scripting or another form of automation](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scripting-or-another-form-of-automation/35153)

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**Author:** [@sjberkeley](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sjberkeley)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:22am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scripting-or-another-form-of-automation/35153 "2024-11-14T03:22:54Z")

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Hi - is there a scripting language, or any other way to capture and re-run a series of operations ? If not, is this on the roadmap ? Thanks!

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## [Show overlapping lines parts in different color](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/show-overlapping-lines-parts-in-different-color/35151)

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**Author:** [@antimix](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/antimix)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 10:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/show-overlapping-lines-parts-in-different-color/35151 "2024-11-13T22:21:43Z")

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When sketching, it may happen to have overlapping lines, and they are messy because is difficult to realize that some parts of the drawings are multiple or stacked. It would be a nice feature that when there are more tha…

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## [Being able to use saved views in other projects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/being-able-to-use-saved-views-in-other-projects/35149)

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**Author:** [@Matyas](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Matyas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 12:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/being-able-to-use-saved-views-in-other-projects/35149 "2024-11-13T12:48:20Z")

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I´m having trouble recreating the same view angle troughout my projects. I would like to request either being able to use saved views in other projects aswell or adding coardinates for height, distance, angle etc. I´m …

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## [Edit dimensions without retyping all](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/edit-dimensions-without-retyping-all/35100)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 12:52am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/edit-dimensions-without-retyping-all/35100 "2024-11-13T00:52:44Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: The choice is either click on dimension or click again to bring up the dimension box, but in both cases the new dimension has to be retyped in full. This is unnecessary in many…

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## [Sagging Track Links](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sagging-track-links/35138)

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**Author:** [@Matt\_R](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Matt_R)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 12:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sagging-track-links/35138 "2024-11-13T00:25:48Z")

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I need these track links to have a slight sag toward the middle, as indicated by the red line (yes, they’ll wrap all the way around the sprocket and idler but this is all I’ve done so far). Is there any quick way to do t…

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## [Broken bracket --\> sketch --\> Shapr3D image import --\> Final Design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/broken-bracket-sketch-shapr3d-image-import-final-design/35139)

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**Author:** [@arounduphoto](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/arounduphoto)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 11:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/broken-bracket-sketch-shapr3d-image-import-final-design/35139 "2024-11-12T23:40:35Z")

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Newb here I had a custom motorcycle oil bracket break Took the two pieces and sketched them onto a piece of paper, then used Photoshop to clean up the sketch, exported as a PNG, imported into Shapr3D. Created the outli…

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## [How can I constrain a line's midpoint to another line or midpoint?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-constrain-a-lines-midpoint-to-another-line-or-midpoint/35125)

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**Author:** [@Mindful\_Mayhem](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mindful_Mayhem)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 5:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-can-i-constrain-a-lines-midpoint-to-another-line-or-midpoint/35125 "2024-11-12T17:44:50Z")

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I can get the midpoints aligned, as shown in the screenshot, but I want it to be anchored to the horizontal line so that when I change variables (angle, length) it will pivot or stretch symmetrically with its midpoint st…

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## [Balin](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/balin/35132)

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**Author:** [@Toni](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Toni)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 8:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/balin/35132 "2024-11-12T08:12:46Z")

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## [Table design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/table-design/35130)

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**Author:** [@DIWANG](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DIWANG)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 6:56am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/table-design/35130 "2024-11-12T06:56:44Z")

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Hello, everyone. I’m A. David Song. I made a table today. If there is anything that can be improved, please help me point it out. Thank you.

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## [Matriz estampación en frio](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/matriz-estampacion-en-frio/35129)

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**Author:** [@Toni](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Toni)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 5:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/matriz-estampacion-en-frio/35129 "2024-11-12T05:48:54Z")

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## [Mirror and pattern features](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirror-and-pattern-features/30360)

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**Author:** [@gah5118](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gah5118)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2024, 9:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mirror-and-pattern-features/30360 "2024-11-11T21:56:18Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Mirror should work with features (operations in the history chain such as extrusions, bevels, and nearly everything els…

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## [Selecting Bodies](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selecting-bodies/35110)

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**Author:** [@Matt\_R](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Matt_R)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2024, 3:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/selecting-bodies/35110 "2024-11-11T15:36:12Z")

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I want to select only the bolts, one of which is highlighted in the image. However when I double-click to select one, it selects the rest of the wheel. How do I select only the bolt heads here? They need to be spaced …

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## [Minus sign not registering when entering number?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/minus-sign-not-registering-when-entering-number/35120)

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**Author:** [@AndWox](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/AndWox)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2024, 3:16pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/minus-sign-not-registering-when-entering-number/35120 "2024-11-11T15:16:24Z")

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I keep getting instances where im writing a negative value and the minus sign is not registered? Am I doing something wrong? For example when offsetting lines I keep having to do it over again for it to register the minu…

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## [Memory space on I-Pad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/memory-space-on-i-pad/35104)

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**Author:** [@Woa\_Creative](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Woa_Creative)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2024, 6:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/memory-space-on-i-pad/35104 "2024-11-11T06:49:05Z")

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Dear experienced Shapr3D users, Mostly I work with my IPad (it’s an older Pro. 10.2 2017 with 64Gb) The more I get into shapr3d, the more detailed my designs get. The problem is that I’m out of memory now. Already ye…

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## [Shell a 3 pc loft](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shell-a-3-pc-loft/35108)

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**Author:** [@Mindofharris59](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mindofharris59)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2024, 8:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shell-a-3-pc-loft/35108 "2024-11-10T20:28:26Z")

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Hello I was trying to shell a loft I designed, but cant seem to shell it. is it because its cone shaped? Thanks for any insight

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## [Modifier key draws shape as a construction shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modifier-key-draws-shape-as-a-construction-shape/35082)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2024, 4:42pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modifier-key-draws-shape-as-a-construction-shape/35082 "2024-11-10T16:42:07Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: For a simple construction line, you have to draw the line deselect the drawing type (i.e. line) otherwise you just get another line select the line you’ve just drawn click the…

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## [How to use the loft tool on this?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-use-the-loft-tool-on-this/35103)

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**Author:** [@alexnly](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/alexnly)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2024, 4:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-use-the-loft-tool-on-this/35103 "2024-11-10T16:08:47Z")

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Hey I just started working on this project and already ran into a issue. I want to connect the marked areas. I thought the Loft tool would be the right choice to do it. Thanks in advance!

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## [Sanxingdui Cup](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sanxingdui-cup/35097)

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**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2024, 8:15pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sanxingdui-cup/35097 "2024-11-09T20:15:21Z")

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## [Loft Between Sketches with Multiple Parts?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-between-sketches-with-multiple-parts/19125)

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**Author:** [@VmusicV](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/VmusicV)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2024, 7:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-between-sketches-with-multiple-parts/19125 "2024-11-09T19:09:18Z")

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Hi, I want to loft between 2 circles of different sizes, creating a cone. (Simple right)…however… one of the circles has a line running through it. The circle is on a sketch plane with another shape as well, so it takes…

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## [Farnsworth House](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/farnsworth-house/35096)

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**Author:** [@SCALEMODEL](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/SCALEMODEL)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2024, 4:41am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/farnsworth-house/35096 "2024-11-09T04:41:47Z")

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Modeled from plans from Library of Congress Archive. Modified for 3d printing with .2mm nozzle.

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## [Mesh to solid tool](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mesh-to-solid-tool/23699)

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**Author:** [@Tonyaltosino23](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tonyaltosino23)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 9, 2024, 4:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mesh-to-solid-tool/23699 "2024-11-09T04:12:59Z")

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I work with STL and 3MF files quite a bit and would like to be able to convert the mesh models to solid models directly in Shapr. Currently I have to use Fusion 360 or Solidworks to convert the files. My workflow would b…

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## [Full Apple Pencil Feature Support](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/full-apple-pencil-feature-support/35090)

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**Author:** [@TomPara](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TomPara)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 10:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/full-apple-pencil-feature-support/35090 "2024-11-08T22:40:19Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The iPad app needs full Apple Pencil and pencil pro support with uses for the double tap and squeeze gestures. Something like being able to undo, deselect, maybe …

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## [Shapr3d Coach Needed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-coach-needed/35013)

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**Author:** [@Davesnothome](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Davesnothome)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 10:04pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr3d-coach-needed/35013 "2024-11-08T22:04:11Z")

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Hi All, Is there a listing for coach/tutors that can provide professional one on one online coaching? I am struggling badly trying to learn Shapr3d. The video tutorials and YouTube channels are not working for me. I wo…

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## [The100 printer (Modded by me and built in Shapr3d)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the100-printer-modded-by-me-and-built-in-shapr3d/27045)

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**Author:** [@RTFM](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/RTFM)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 4:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the100-printer-modded-by-me-and-built-in-shapr3d/27045 "2024-11-08T16:39:50Z")

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I came across “The 100” 3D printer, so named because it can manage 100k acceleration, and print a benchy in 3,03 minutes. Which is fantastic. But it has a number of drawbacks: (1) the print bed is very small (165x165) …

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## [Add points to drawing/recognize more arcs?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-points-to-drawing-recognize-more-arcs/35061)

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**Author:** [@woany](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/woany)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 3:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-points-to-drawing-recognize-more-arcs/35061 "2024-11-08T15:56:15Z")

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Is there any way to add points to the drawings? I believe it is due to the organic shape of my object, but most of the points I can select aren’t at places I need to measure. I want to add points along certain lines like…

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## [How to Add Grooves/Ridges to a Curved Desk Lamp Shade in Shapr3D?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-grooves-ridges-to-a-curved-desk-lamp-shade-in-shapr3d/35089)

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**Author:** [@mertceyhan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/mertceyhan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 3:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-grooves-ridges-to-a-curved-desk-lamp-shade-in-shapr3d/35089 "2024-11-08T15:48:30Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m working on designing a desk lamp shade in Shapr3D, inspired by the grooved patterns you often see on vase designs. I want to add evenly spaced vertical grooves or ridges around the curved surface of the …

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## [Kroos Heart Pendant](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/kroos-heart-pendant/35023)

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**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2024, 6:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/kroos-heart-pendant/35023 "2024-11-07T18:19:23Z")

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## [Construction line shortcut](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/construction-line-shortcut/24202)

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**Author:** [@Barryd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Barryd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2024, 8:58pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/construction-line-shortcut/24202 "2024-11-07T20:58:24Z")

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Is there a shortcut to turn construction lines on or off insteand of having to first draw a line and then clicking on the icon bottom right everytime.

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