# \#freecad **URL:** https://forum.makewithtech.com/tag/freecad/15.md [Latest](https://forum.makewithtech.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.makewithtech.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.makewithtech.com/tags.md) --- ## [FreeCad 1.1.3 - Text](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/freecad-1-1-3-text/8655)
**Author:** [@Lucidprinter65](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Lucidprinter65)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/freecad-1-1-3-text/8655 "2026-09-28T18:56:50Z")
I saw a 5 year old video on your channel where you talked about placing text on design with freecad. You extruded the label. I want to keep it on the surface with out extruding or cutting into the part. For example … --- ## [FreeCAD 1.0 is out](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/freecad-1-0-is-out/8414)
**Author:** [@Geit](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Geit)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2025, 3:55pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/freecad-1-0-is-out/8414 "2025-02-14T15:55:59Z")
Just a small note to all FreeCAD users here. FreeCAD 1.0 is out. If you used FreeCAD before, then you will have noticed the TopologicNaming-Issue is finally. Gone! Yeah after so many years working around this issue now… --- ## [Can not get the path workbench to make a tool path,](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/can-not-get-the-path-workbench-to-make-a-tool-path/8391)
**Author:** [@0920](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/0920)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2025, 12:48am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/can-not-get-the-path-workbench-to-make-a-tool-path/8391 "2025-01-08T00:48:29Z")
I can not get a tool path to work. I think the reason is I can not get the tool controller to work. Any help would be apricated. --- ## [Openscad union not working like I thought it might](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/openscad-union-not-working-like-i-thought-it-might/7998)
**Author:** [@straygrey](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/straygrey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/openscad-union-not-working-like-i-thought-it-might/7998 "2024-01-17T14:42:34Z")
I have written a little openscad to create a gear that I wish to cut on my CNC machine. Code: Select all $fn=75; GearRatio = 4; PinionTeeth = 8; ToothWidth=3.1; ToothHeight=3; ToothSlope=0.6; eps = 0.01; module Tooth()… --- ## [Revolution - part design](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/revolution-part-design/7528)
**Author:** [@FieldServiceEngeneer](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/FieldServiceEngeneer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 9:32pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/revolution-part-design/7528 "2023-07-17T21:32:07Z")
As Fieldservice engeneer I love to make tools. Now I’m drawing something that holds the middle between a screwdriver and a socket wrench. In fact I want to combine two socket wrenches. Using freecad I’ve learned to… --- ## [Parametric design in FreeCAD to design a 3d printable shelf](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/parametric-design-in-freecad-to-design-a-3d-printable-shelf/7372)
**Author:** [@Geit](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Geit)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2023, 6:28pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/parametric-design-in-freecad-to-design-a-3d-printable-shelf/7372 "2023-06-07T18:28:23Z")
I just came up with the idea of creating a simple shelf for figurines and small items. While designing my part I added more and more parametric stuff and in the end it is a shelf with hidden dowel connectors. But I did … --- ## [First Printing Project](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/first-printing-project/6966)
**Author:** [@Nefarious](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Nefarious)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2023, 5:27pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/first-printing-project/6966 "2023-03-09T17:27:10Z")
This will be my first real post here, not sure how it will turn out. First, I have no real experience, no real 3d printer, leaning toward the ender 3 s1 pro. I have spent the past 3 weeks working for an understanding o… --- ## [Thick solid question.](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/thick-solid-question/3859)
**Author:** [@Aristide](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Aristide)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2022, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/thick-solid-question/3859 "2022-10-16T14:36:09Z")
Hi, This is my first post on this forum. It’s about a question that I have after following the YouTube tutorial of Irv regarding 3D printing basics. In that tutorial, Irv shows us how to remove material from a solid sha… --- ## [FreeCAD Tutorials Tutorials and Education](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/freecad-tutorials-tutorials-and-education/3527)
**Author:** [@Sybergeek](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Sybergeek)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2022, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/freecad-tutorials-tutorials-and-education/3527 "2022-01-03T15:38:20Z")
The “Adventures in creation” YouTube channel offers excellent instruction for beginners and those transitioning from Fusion 360. Not only does this creator share the operational aspects of FreeCad, but conveys the tho… --- ## [How to edit the side profile in an additive loft?](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-to-edit-the-side-profile-in-an-additive-loft/3072)
**Author:** [@sk8erchen](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/sk8erchen)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2021, 7:58am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-to-edit-the-side-profile-in-an-additive-loft/3072 "2021-03-21T07:58:25Z")
Hi guys, I’m learning Freecad while trying to design my keyboard. I have a problem when I am designing the lower case. I have created the beginning shape and ending shape. I need to define the side profile of the lower … --- ## [(H)air cutter / Corona hair cut adaptor for vacuum cleaner](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/h-air-cutter-corona-hair-cut-adaptor-for-vacuum-cleaner/2542)
**Author:** [@Geit](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Geit)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2020, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/h-air-cutter-corona-hair-cut-adaptor-for-vacuum-cleaner/2542 "2020-07-27T02:40:19Z")
Since everyone is busy printing shields and ear saver I tried to create a cheap way to get my hair cut without leaving my home :smiley: \[ATTACH=JSON\]{“alt”:“Click image for larger version Name: HairCutter\_Rev2\_1.jpg Vi…