# Applying patterns

**URL:** <https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-patterns/13091>\
**Category:** Modeling Questions\
**Created:** [May 31, 2021, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-patterns/13091 "2021-05-31T13:35:43Z")\
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**Author:** ![Eableson](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/eableson/32/10848_2.png) [@Eableson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Eableson)\
**Post date:** [May 31, 2021, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-patterns/13091/1 "2021-05-31T13:35:43Z")

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Hi there,

Just wondering if there is any method to define patterns or textures that will be part of the output. An example would be a repeating hexagon pattern for some vertical walls. On my slicer I can force this output but only on bottom or top walls, not on vertical walls.

Since there may be fairly large surfaces, it would be a pain to have to manually draw a ton of hexagons and then push them through to create the holes especially on multiple models.

Hints or tips appreciated

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**Author:** ![Oregonerd](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/oregonerd/32/8012_2.png) [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Post date:** [May 31, 2021, 4:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-patterns/13091/2 "2021-05-31T16:39:23Z")

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That’s a function on the slicer. It takes care of infill. If you are looking for a example a honeycomb surface under a floor for weight reduction and strength you will have to create and extrude/cut it.

You can manually draw quarter ton of hexagons, select and then move+copy them 4 times. No pattern tools at this time.

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**Author:** ![Eableson](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/eableson/32/10848_2.png) [@Eableson](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Eableson)\
**Post date:** [June 1, 2021, 6:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/applying-patterns/13091/3 "2021-06-01T06:12:38Z")

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That’s pretty much what I’d figured - was just hoping someone had a useful technique or shortcut to make it easier. Thanks!