# Latest

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/latest.md?page=74

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## [Reference points in sketch shapes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reference-points-in-sketch-shapes/34982)

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**Author:** [@edlopez009](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/edlopez009)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 30, 2024, 4:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/reference-points-in-sketch-shapes/34982 "2024-10-30T16:28:50Z")

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Hi I’m new to Shapr3D, is there a way to show reference points on the sketch shapes (endpoint, midpoint, perpendicular point, intersection point, etc) like in Rhino3D, so you can align other shapes or objects? thanks

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## [Apple Pencil Behavior UI Changes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-behavior-ui-changes/34972)

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**Author:** [@spyder93090](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spyder93090)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 30, 2024, 4:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/apple-pencil-behavior-ui-changes/34972 "2024-10-30T04:37:07Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: Please disable the “Apple Pencil not connected” banner. Currently using a 3rd party pencil and the banner reappears every time the pencil is lifted from the screen. I and many …

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## [Exported DXF file is collapsed to a single line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exported-dxf-file-is-collapsed-to-a-single-line/34954)

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**Author:** [@Bohdan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Bohdan)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 9:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exported-dxf-file-is-collapsed-to-a-single-line/34954 "2024-10-29T21:53:11Z")

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I’m trying to export a sketch as a DXF file. However, no matter what I do, the end result is a single collapsed line with no dimensions displayed properly. Apparently, as a “new user” I cannot attach files… Will apprec…

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## [Multiple Bodies in one drawing (Change Bodies)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/multiple-bodies-in-one-drawing-change-bodies/29937)

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**Author:** [@jferree](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jferree)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 1:11pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/multiple-bodies-in-one-drawing-change-bodies/29937 "2024-10-29T13:11:35Z")

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I am currently using the free version. Planning on upgrading to the pro version soon. I did download and use the trial version. I am new to Shapr3d (and still fairly new to 3d design period). I am a hobbyist, I want …

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## [Exporting models](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-models/34943)

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**Author:** [@edandbacon](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/edandbacon)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 10:00am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/exporting-models/34943 "2024-10-29T10:00:06Z")

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Am I able to export models and put them into adobe illustrator like I can in Sketchup? As a 3D view NOT 2D. Thanks

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## [Shortcut function of gear drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shortcut-function-of-gear-drawing/34962)

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**Author:** [@XiaoQuan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/XiaoQuan)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 7:17am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shortcut-function-of-gear-drawing/34962 "2024-10-29T07:17:50Z")

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请按照以下格式请求功能。 此功能将解决的问题： 我希望添加齿轮拉丝的快捷功能，这是非常必要的。 这是你的工作流程拦截器吗？这就是你不能使用Shapr3D工作的原因吗？这让你慢下来了吗？ 如果没有这个功能，我将无法继续完成我的产品。软件的持续转换会让我困惑。如果它配备了相同的软件，它肯定会大大提高效率。

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## [Line shows up in DFX file](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/line-shows-up-in-dfx-file/34958)

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**Author:** [@ROBERTHASTRICH](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/ROBERTHASTRICH)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2024, 7:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/line-shows-up-in-dfx-file/34958 "2024-10-28T19:31:05Z")

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When i save my project as a DFX file. And open it in ANY of my CAM software i get this like 50 foot line that is in my Drewing Now like i said it is every one of my CAM software’s that i have this problem. I went …

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## [Using sketches from projected solids sheet metal fabrication](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/using-sketches-from-projected-solids-sheet-metal-fabrication/34836)

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**Author:** [@Jayemery](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Jayemery)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2024, 7:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/using-sketches-from-projected-solids-sheet-metal-fabrication/34836 "2024-10-27T19:47:02Z")

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Need some help. Since shapr cant flatten sheet i thought i had found a work around. By manually cutting and union joining each bend i was left with a flat part. This flat part i then projected onto another sheet to get t…

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## [I would like to be able to create threads easily](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-would-like-to-be-able-to-create-threads-easily/23287)

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**Author:** [@electronic\_crafter](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/electronic_crafter)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2024, 6:59pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/i-would-like-to-be-able-to-create-threads-easily/23287 "2024-10-27T18:59:42Z")

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Please follow the format below for requesting a feature. The problem that this feature will solve: Id be able to make threads easily. This will allow me to easily create nuts, bolts, jars, lids, etc, easily Consider a…

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## [Unzip and import into shapr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unzip-and-import-into-shapr/3617)

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**Author:** [@Joelhobbie](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Joelhobbie)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2024, 3:43pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unzip-and-import-into-shapr/3617 "2024-10-27T15:43:39Z")

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I am trying to unzip and then import a friends drawing using Zipped on an IPad. I don’t see Shapr as an option to unzip the file into, and don’t know where else I could open it to and then transfer to Shapr. I just upgra…

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## [Sketches on different planes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketches-on-different-planes/34936)

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**Author:** [@Leroy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Leroy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2024, 4:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/sketches-on-different-planes/34936 "2024-10-26T16:27:56Z")

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Sketching and then offsetting edges. There are times that when I stop sketching, that when drawing new lines, they won’t connect to the previous line. The old line has faded and the new line is dark. It seems like…

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## [Disable tool-tips and video suggestions on iPad](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/disable-tool-tips-and-video-suggestions-on-ipad/14373)

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**Author:** [@bsrd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bsrd)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2024, 7:09am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/disable-tool-tips-and-video-suggestions-on-ipad/14373 "2024-10-26T07:09:52Z")

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Hi. I am unable to find a way to disable the tool tips with tutorial suggestions on the iPad app. I have been a paying customer for a couple of months, but still the app informs me that, for example: “Spline. Create a …

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## [Duplicating folders](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/duplicating-folders/5397)

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**Author:** [@sander](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/sander)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 10:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/duplicating-folders/5397 "2024-10-25T22:41:45Z")

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I need to duplicate folders . How can I do this? Now I simply move all the items from the folder and copy them and then put them in a new folder, this is time consuming, but worst of all in this way I loose my folders st…

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## [Unfolding/flattening sheet plate](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unfolding-flattening-sheet-plate/25260)

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**Author:** [@Luxs](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Luxs)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 8:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/unfolding-flattening-sheet-plate/25260 "2024-10-25T20:47:56Z")

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Is there already a feature in the near future that makes it so you can flatten/unfold a sheet design for cnc lasser cutter? This would be really helpful. Example a design i need cut as a flat sheet

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## [Loft with guides issue](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-with-guides-issue/34906)

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**Author:** [@straightup](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/straightup)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 5:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loft-with-guides-issue/34906 "2024-10-25T17:00:52Z")

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Beginner trying to use loft between two cross sections with 2 guide rails. I can loft to the two cross sections with one or the other guide rail but not both. When I select both it throws and error “…the resulting body w…

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## [Problem rotating the model view](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-rotating-the-model-view/7547)

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**Author:** [@chrismower](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/chrismower)\
**Replies:** 59\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 3:55pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/problem-rotating-the-model-view/7547 "2024-10-25T15:55:02Z")

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I’m sure that I must be missing something but I can’t think what. Positioning a model on screen is driving me nuts! I can rotate the view of the model around the screen X axis but when I try to rotate around the screen Y…

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## [2D drawings of landscapes obscuring Title Block](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-of-landscapes-obscuring-title-block/34927)

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**Author:** [@Husjord](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Husjord)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 10:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/2d-drawings-of-landscapes-obscuring-title-block/34927 "2024-10-25T10:08:29Z")

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Hey guys, first post here. Ive been using Shapr3D for 1-2 years now for small infrastructure projects, specifically construction of charging and shore power installations. I know larger scale projects is not what Shapr…

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## [3D Printed Shirt v2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-printed-shirt-v2/31411)

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**Author:** [@rubillos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rubillos)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 5:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-printed-shirt-v2/31411 "2024-10-25T05:49:08Z")

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Shortly after receiving a new Prusa XL printer I completed a project to make a completely 3D printed shirt. The design was done in Shapr3D, consisting of almost 5000 objects. The shirt is composed of 1600 hexagons held t…

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## [Acylic and PLA on canvas - Series of 7 paintings](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/acylic-and-pla-on-canvas-series-of-7-paintings/34922)

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**Author:** [@MonaNot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MonaNot)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 10:31pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/acylic-and-pla-on-canvas-series-of-7-paintings/34922 "2024-10-24T22:31:32Z")

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I’m using Shapr to give my paintings a 3rd dimension. Enjoy … It was a great exercise to learn how to use Shapr. Peter

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## [Importing Custom 2d Drawing templates](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-custom-2d-drawing-templates/34921)

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**Author:** [@Cookimnstr](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cookimnstr)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 8:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-custom-2d-drawing-templates/34921 "2024-10-24T20:47:26Z")

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Allowing users to import and save their specific 2d drawing templates will shorten the workflow for anyone using Shapr3d doing design for their own company as well as work for other companies. Current uneditable 2d draw…

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## [Alignment](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/alignment/34914)

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**Author:** [@bullet11300](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/bullet11300)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/alignment/34914 "2024-10-24T21:01:39Z")

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Aligning objects in Shapr is a gripe of mine, probably because I have not been able to educate myself sufficiently ? The challenge looks relatively straight forwards, but, I still cannot get it right. I have to chassis…

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## [How do I make this chamfer angled?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-make-this-chamfer-angled/34912)

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**Author:** [@DerrtyDucky](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DerrtyDucky)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 8:28pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-do-i-make-this-chamfer-angled/34912 "2024-10-24T20:28:28Z")

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I am trying to design an insert for this organizer tray and I cannot figure out how to angle the chamfer inwards like the photo of the yellow object. Any help on achieving this would be greatly appreciated.

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## [Toggle isolation keyboard shortcut](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/toggle-isolation-keyboard-shortcut/34881)

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**Author:** [@rmeador](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/rmeador)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 7:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/toggle-isolation-keyboard-shortcut/34881 "2024-10-24T19:12:17Z")

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The problem that this feature will solve: It would be very helpful to have a keyboard shortcut to toggle isolation on and off. I use this feature constantly. I thought I could accomplish this with the new keyboard sho…

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## [Cycle through features with same shortcut key](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cycle-through-features-with-same-shortcut-key/34916)

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**Author:** [@Messages4alex](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Messages4alex)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 2:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cycle-through-features-with-same-shortcut-key/34916 "2024-10-24T14:52:26Z")

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You guys have a great feature built into the interface whereby pressing the same shortcut key goes through the various choices of a feature. For example, if I press the F key I get round fillet, and if I press the F key …

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## [Supscription costs what?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/supscription-costs-what/34915)

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**Author:** [@elhrc](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/elhrc)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 8:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/supscription-costs-what/34915 "2024-10-24T08:19:38Z")

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My subscription is just about to expire and this morning I woke up with a notification from my banking app that a 325 EUR payment was declined. Luckily, at the moment my available funds were under that number so the paym…

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## [Construction plane and its local axis?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/construction-plane-and-its-local-axis/34913)

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**Author:** [@fake\_hunter](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/fake_hunter)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 5:19am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/construction-plane-and-its-local-axis/34913 "2024-10-24T05:19:52Z")

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I made an construction plane on hexagonal prism, and want to move it to opposite side of surface, of hexagonal prism. As you can see; the distance between opposite side of surface is 10mm, I clicked the original plan…

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## [Modifying the objects in a pattern?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modifying-the-objects-in-a-pattern/34895)

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**Author:** [@Geoffree3](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Geoffree3)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 8:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/modifying-the-objects-in-a-pattern/34895 "2024-10-23T20:14:58Z")

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I’ve got a pattern of many objects and wish to change the dimension of all the objects (such as making them all longer). However, I’ve looked through the history and haven’t discovered how to modify the object which make…

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## [Follow path in pattren making](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/follow-path-in-pattren-making/34907)

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**Author:** [@Anshulyk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Anshulyk)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 7:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/follow-path-in-pattren-making/34907 "2024-10-23T19:36:59Z")

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Please follow the format below to request a feature. This will help make the flutes in elliptical form.

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## [Glasses Creation and Adaption](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/glasses-creation-and-adaption/27340)

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**Author:** [@Dennis\_L](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Dennis_L)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 7:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/glasses-creation-and-adaption/27340 "2024-10-23T19:19:40Z")

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Hi im using Shapr and CAD in general for about 5 weeks right now. I learned a lot about direct modeling in the past weeks. Every day i optimize the workflow to create glasses. I could test the new beta version with histo…

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## [Diamond ring design issues](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/diamond-ring-design-issues/34899)

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**Author:** [@Slkconstruction](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Slkconstruction)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 11:42am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/diamond-ring-design-issues/34899 "2024-10-23T11:42:52Z")

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Beginner user to shapr3D. I am designing a ring setting. What is the best way to get tapered prongs that end in about 1mm and start in a more square shape around 1.5-2mm and make it look good but also follow the shape o…

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