Use the Divide tool on the edges of your straight object before pulling it into 3D, or use a plugin like Connect Edges to add horizontal loops along its length. The more segments your object has, the smoother the final curve will be. 2. Weld Your Target Curves
This usually happens when the internal axes of the group do not match the global model axes. Right-click your 3D object, select Change Axes , and realign them to match the model’s global Red/Green/Blue orientation before running the plugin. Alternatives to Shape Bender plugin sketchup shape bender
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Geometry turns inside out | Straight Curve is drawn opposite direction of geometry's axis | Reverse the Straight Curve or the Geometry's orientation | | "No intersection" error | Geometry is not grouped | Ungrouped faces cannot be bent | | Bending is jagged | Target Curve is made of short, straight segments | Weld the curve into a polyline | | Stretching/Compression | Straight Curve length ≠ Target Curve length | Use FredoScale or redraw to match lengths exactly | Use the Divide tool on the edges of
Getting started with Shape Bender is simple. The plugin was created by Chris Fullmer and is named in the Extension Warehouse. Before you begin, ensure your object is either a Group or a Component , as the plugin cannot operate on loose geometry. Weld Your Target Curves This usually happens when
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