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	You may want to convert the solid to a Brep.
	When attempting to perform a boolean operation on 3D solids (union, subtract...), AutoCAD displays the message "You may want to convert the solid to a Brep". Switch off the history of edits on your 3D solid using the `SOLIDHIST` variable, with the `BREP` command, or with the "History" option in the Properties window (`Ctrl+1`).

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CAD tip # 6587:

You may want to convert the solid to a Brep.