# Aligning multiple objects to one object
**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601
**Category:** Modeling Questions
**Created:** [April 4, 2026, 2:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601 "2026-04-04T02:29:37Z")
**Posts on this page:** 10
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### Author:  [@Zoli20ga](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zoli20ga)
#### Post date: [April 4, 2026, 2:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/1 "2026-04-04T02:29:37Z")
I am trying to align these 4 cylinders in their current orientation into the center of the block. I have been searching on and off all day. It is kind of discouraging considering that this can be done in Tinkercad in about 5 seconds. Any help is appreciated.
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### Author:  [@discourse\_ai\_spam](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/discourse_ai_spam)
#### Post date: [April 4, 2026, 2:29am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/2 "2026-04-04T02:29:39Z")
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### Author:  [@system](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/system)
#### Post date: [April 4, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/3 "2026-04-04T21:36:44Z")
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### Author:  [@spencersmitty](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/spencersmitty)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 1:08am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/5 "2026-04-05T01:08:50Z")
heres a crude workaround using translate and a sketch to find the center of each. id also be interested in knowing the proper way to do this though
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### Author:  [@TigerMike](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TigerMike)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 2:33am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/6 "2026-04-05T02:33:36Z")
Here’s another way. Create a temporary object in the middle and align to it after selecting all.
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### Author:  [@Zoli20ga](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zoli20ga)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 3:10am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/7 "2026-04-05T03:10:25Z")
Thanks for the tips. I basically did a combo of these two ideas to make it work. I appreciate the help!
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### Author:  [@Xdrakosha](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Xdrakosha)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 5:28am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/8 "2026-04-05T05:28:18Z")
It depends on the situation. Sometimes it’s just a simple calculation in your head.
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### Author:  [@Zoli20ga](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zoli20ga)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 12:24pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/9 "2026-04-05T12:24:22Z")
You are correct, It isnt that hard but for a piece of software that cost $300 per anum, it should be much easier than it is.
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### Author:  [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/10 "2026-04-05T16:01:00Z")
I think what is missing is the ability to groups objects. I have often wanted this. Then align them from an edge or their local center point etc…
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### Author:  [@Zoli20ga](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Zoli20ga)
#### Post date: [April 5, 2026, 4:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/aligning-multiple-objects-to-one-object/40601/11 "2026-04-05T16:57:59Z")
Yes! I agree 100%. This program is superior to most other “simple” type design programs but it is severely lacking in a few key areas. I am only 3 days in and I have a good grip on the basic features but I have much to learn.