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title: CtrlsShape
description: "![](https://ariserigging.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image-315.png) The 'CtrlsShape' attachment allows you to manually modify the shapes of the ctrls belonging to the node it’s placed on. ### **Alternative Methods** You can also adjust ctrl size and shape using: - The **Ctrls Scale** attribute (available on most nodes),…"
url: "https://ariserigging.com/docs/attachments/ctrlsshape/"
updated: "2026-05-13"
category: Attachments
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# CtrlsShape

![](https://ariserigging.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image-315.png)

The 'CtrlsShape' attachment allows you to manually modify the shapes of the ctrls belonging to the node it’s placed on.

### **Alternative Methods**

You can also adjust ctrl size and shape using:

- The **Ctrls Scale** attribute (available on most nodes), or
- The **[CtrlsSettings](https://ariserigging.com/docs/attachments/ctrlssettings/)** attachment.[https://newaccount1619350932681.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/69000440777](https://newaccount1619350932681.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/69000440777)

**Full Curve Data (New in v1.13.00)**

As of version *1.13.00*, CtrlsShape can store full NURBS curve data for each ctrl.

Enabling the new checkbox “Store Full Curve Data” lets you modify ctrl shapes beyond simply moving existing CVs, you can:

- Replace or delete shapes
- Add or remove CVs
- Create entirely new shapes

**Note:** Enabling this option slightly increases build time, and `.ions` files will be a bit larger. 

#### **Option A – Modify Existing CVs**

1. In Maya, **right-click and hold** on a ctrl and select **Control Vertex**.
2. Move the existing CVs to adjust the shape.
3. In the Arise Attribute Editor, open the **CtrlsShape** attachment and press **Save Modifications**.
   ![](https://ariserigging.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image-316.png)

With this option, you can only reposition existing CVs, you cannot add, remove, or replace shapes.

#### **Option B – Full Shape Editing (v1.13.00+)**

1. Modify the ctrl shape freely: Replace shapes, delete CVs, or create new ones.
2. In the **CtrlsShape** attachment settings, enable **Store Full Curve Data**.
3. Press **Save Modifications**.
   ![](https://ariserigging.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image-317.png)

This option may slightly affect build time.

### **Important Notes**

- **Scope:**
  CtrlsShape only saves modifications to ctrls belonging to the node it’s attached to.
  Changes made to ctrls on other nodes will not be saved.
- **Interaction with Other Features:**
  - After adding a **CtrlsShape**, changes to the parent node’s **Ctrls Scale** attribute will be ignored.
  - Some attributes in **CtrlsSettings** may also be ignored after adding this attachment.
- **Helper Tools (since v1.01.00):**
  A **Scale Ctrls** slider in the *Helper Tools* menu lets you scale selected ctrls or all ctrls in the scene if none are selected.
  Remember to **save your modifications** afterward.
- After making any changes, make sure to save your modifications directly from the attachment.

### **Batch Workflow**

To streamline large projects:

- Use **Batch → Add CtrlsShape To Selected Nodes** to apply the attachment to multiple nodes at once.
- Use **Batch → Save All CtrlsShape Attachments** to save all ctrl modifications in one click.

These options can significantly reduce repetitive work when handling multiple nodes.

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