REMOVE (Difference)

 
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Draw a shape overlapping the object.
FC_Draw

Press K.

Cut

This will CUT the shape you just drew from the object. If "Cut Through" is enabled it will cut across the object.

Cut2

Align the camera to the desired angle and draw a new shape. Make sure that it overlaps the main object.

Cut3
Press K.
Cut4
Cut5
Turn off "CUT THROUGH" option.
Menu_CutThrough

If your shape seems to disappear don't worry, it is probably imbedded in your object as the center is the default position. At the top right corner of the screen turn on "XRay" and optionally "WIREFRAME" display to see better.

XRay
Cut7
Adjust the "EXTRUSION LENGTH" to extend or shrink the depth.
Cut8

Optionally adjust other settings to alter the resolution, smoothness.

Below, the "SMOOTH" factor is increased to get a softer shape.

Cut9A
Change position, rotation and scale of the shape using the "Main Transforms" options on the menu.
Rotate.
Cut9B
Or, position it closer to surface.
Cut9C