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Tutorial series: Introducing Shapr3D basics

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What you'll learn

Run Shapr3D on your existing devices and work with the input device of your choice. Explore a variety of setups to fit your workflow — no specialized hardware or equipment needed.

Transcript

00:00

Shapr3D works on a range of portable devices. Everything from Windows tablets and convertibles to a regular iPad. You can also use Shapr3D on touchscreen laptops using both Apple and Microsoft operating systems. You can use a Wacom tablet with any of these devices, along with just the simple trackpad.

00:25

My preferred setup is to use a keyboard and mouse on a Windows laptop with a docking station. And when I'm on the road, I use my Microsoft Surface. You don't need highly sophisticated equipment and they both run shape perfectly. If you're already accustomed to using a Wacom tablet, then you're ahead of the game and you'll find it easy to adapt to the same interface on Shapr3D.

00:55

with your left hand on the buttons and your right hand on the stylus is a very effective and efficient way to use the software.

 

Try it yourself

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Motorcycle
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Motorcycle cover
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Piston
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Piston rod
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Rod clamp
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4 motorcycle wheel
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Frame
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Block casting
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About the instructor

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Matt Lombard is an independent product development professional, working in the field for 30 years. He has done a variety of work from plastics design and surfacing work to writing instructional and reference materials and writing about the engineering technology industry. Matt has also served as CAD Admin, PDM implementor, and engineering process consultant.




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