Shapr3D saves files as .stl but cannot open .stl files?

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#1

I’m using the free version of shapr3d and I’ve been quite impressed with it’s functionality and tech support. For some reason my three files that I have been working on have disappeared from the shapr3d menu of recent work. I have had them 3D printed multiple times and would now like to print them in metal.

Here’s the problem: I cannot open the .stl files that were saved by shapr3d. I need to make some adjustments on the designs before reprinting. Any solutions? Thank you.

#2

Buy the pro version and give back to the guys that are working so hard to build a fully functional exceptional product.
Regards
Paul

#3

You can’t import and edit STL files in Shapr3D, and even if you could that wouldn’t work like you expect it . Read more about it here: Explanation of export/import formats supported by Shapr3D

#4

.stl is a “lossy” format, so some data from the original file is discarded in the conversion process. It is not possible to discern the exact original shape from the exported file.

#5

Thank you @Istvan_CEO_Shapr3D for the link to your write up! Thank you @uber.geek for your informative response. It all makes sense to me now. Thank you thank you.