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New Custom Feature: Simplify
A common requirement when sharing CAD data is to simplify it by removing internal details and intellectual property. This feature, in combination with in-context modelling, creates a simplified representation of an assembly or part. Please try it out and if you find any problems or have any examples where it doesn't work,…
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Threaded Holes made with Hole feature called out for "Up to Next" in drawings
I'd like to callout a hole made as shown above where the tapped hole is made through one wall. Typically I'm used to calling this out as "UP TO NEXT" or "THRU 1 WALL" as the depth is a virtual and non-inspectable dimension. Is there any way to edit the hole callout to show as such in the drawing without manually typing out…
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how do change the color of a design
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CNC engineer is asking for a layered DXF, I can't figure out how to produce that
Hi, I have a 2.5D CNC project that I've been prototyping on my X-Carve by exporting individual layers as DXFs and going through an overcomplicated process of converting them to SVG shapes in illustrator for Easel, the consumer-level CAM software for the X-Carve. It's tedious but it works. I am producing a small run of…
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how do i read an answer to a question
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Custom Features for Additive Manufacturing: Hose barbs, luer locks, threads, dovetail o-ring grooves
Hiya folks! Coming in hot with my first, second, third, and fourth FeatureScript drops. These are all designed to help designers to who want to use 3D printing, particularly with an emphasis on part consolidation (my company, Inkbit, is very excited about providing 3D printing as a real production technology) . Rather than…
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Inserting multiple assembly positions into a drawing.
Is there a way to do this or can this be added?
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what do the colours mean when designing a shape
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How do I make a curved cone?
I'm trying to make a claw for a Therizinosaurus, but I'm really struggling to get the smooth curve that I want for the claw. is there a simple way I can do this or is onshape not the right programme for this?
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what do the colours mean when designing a shape
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how do i ak a question
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Custom Feature: Gridfinity Bin & Base Generators
I just wanted to share the two generators I've written: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/f307f8af01083b99b55bbcf9/w/e62d7ab7a660a796bb9461a7/e/10837cead0dddf47a9b60a3b https://cad.onshape.com/documents/f307f8af01083b99b55bbcf9/w/e62d7ab7a660a796bb9461a7/e/6f4023e4bb25eda38c5e4f2d cheers!
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Intersect Views (New Custom Feature!)
Intersect Views (New Custom Feature!) https://cad.onshape.com/documents/1755463e12cab51e4a5de51f/w/07865f22b67cc44e473c99a3/e/302fb7288b77057ca30414fb How to add a custom feature to your tool bar:
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Improvements to Onshape - April 24, 2026
This update introduces a significant new cloud-to-cloud integration between Onshape PCB Studio and Altium 365, along with enhancements across CAD, MBD, and Data Management. It also includes a comprehensive new course to help you get started with CAM Studio, along with additional updates to the Learning Center. Let us…
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Carbon ERP - Onshape integration
Hi All, How do I import BOM data into Carbon ERP?
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Can you add the quantity of an item to a note or something in a drawing?
Hello, I'm trying to automatically insert the quantity of an item into my drawing but don’t want to use the entire BOM table. I want to make it easy to see, like a big X with the quantity. I could type it manually, as my assembly is fairly small, but I’d like to avoid as many human errors as possible. I see you can add a…
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Trying to Figure Out How to Draw a Rectangular Shell With Fingers Extending Inside
I'd like to create a hollow rectangular shell into which another object can slide in and fit. I have done this in the past by just having some holes and some screws go through the two parts. The object that is inserted can vary in size a little. I was thinking if the shell had a number of fingers extending inside at a…
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Graphics issue only effects documents when loaded on my computer
I am having issues with all documents I try loading on my MacBook Pro. I am including an image to show what it looks like. This is all documents and only on this one computer. I use google chrome browser, have run the compatibility check and it should be fine, this is a new issue and for over a year since getting this…
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I can't edit an imported dxf file.
I have imported a dxf profile into Onshape. I need to edit it before I can extrude it. However, I am not able to manipulate it without an add on. I thought Onshape had the ability to do this without additional add ons.
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How to change what’s shown
I’m just doing the explore activity and I don’t know how to change what all is shown like the black spikes
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Building a Regular Octagon Mine Shaft Cover
Hello, I have a mine shaft opening i am welding up a cover for. I have never used any kind of CAD but I think I should. I started to work off drawing ChatGPT created for me. I am buiding this at a lower level and plan to drag it up and flip it over on to the opening. Can I get help on getting started with onshape. how…
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Derived different from original!
These two shots are section views of the same part. The first one is the original ("square light block" in this studio), the second is the exact same part Derived in another studio in the same document. How is that the "tunnel" path is different? I've not done any mods in the derived studio. How is this possible and how to…
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How do I make this SHELL logo
I find it difficult to make the clam shape, that is, the soft arch, any ideas on how to make it?
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Cable chain assembly movements
I have an assembly of a cable drag chain CNC Plasma | Cable Drag Chain X axis I had a look at another post where they discussed how to enable the chain to move as it should Moving Energy Chain / Cable Track — Onshape, along with following the concept laid out in this document…Energy Chain | Energy Chain In my assembly my…
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Part appearance properties
Hi all, I have scripts which set properties on the parts they generate to identify part types. I have a separate feature which uses those properties to set part colours by part type. it seems that if I have already manually set appearance on a part that it takes precedence over the script. I’m not sure how to correctly…
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Why the SOLIDWORKS format is not available for export?
I am currently doing the Exercise: Exporting CAD Data from the course 'Importing and Exporting CAD Data'. On the slide no. 5 (Step 5) it says "Choose SOLIDWORKS as the file format and then select Store the file in a new tab." But when I do the same, I did not find any 'SOLIDWORKS format' while importing the 'Hydraulic…
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Newbie Question: Still trying to make that JST connector in the panel wall
Okay, I gave up on the SHELL command. I've created the box I needed off model and got it where I think it should be. I move it (transform) onto the panel wall where it should be located. It appears there mostly fine EXCEPT the wire slot Extrude-Remove won't Remove the panel wall in the opening, despite every attempt I've…
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how to apply embossed text to an uneven surface
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How to hardcode files for opImportForeign?
How can I hardcode the blob data so a user can select from a list of STEP files from a dropdown list? I've tried many different things but nothing works. this is the starting point with a single imported file for a test. FeatureScript 2960; import(path : "onshape/std/importForeign.fs", version : "2960.0"); import(path :…
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Finding all Featurescript tabs with an updated linked document
Hi all, I have a document with several Featurescript tabs which all import a given shared document. Is there a way to identify all tabs which need import version updates and ideally update them all simultaneously? If that's not possible is it good practice to have a separate single Featrescript which imports shared…