Cursor Types

Within captured images, it may be necessary to do analysis or modification on a selected area or exclude this area from the analysis. Cursors allow for specifying this information.

The cursor types are as follows:

• Lines—Selecting specific data (e.g., lengths of features or sectioning features) along the line.
• Boxes—Selecting specific areas on the display for including or excluding data.
• Grid Markers—Horizontal or vertical line cursors within histograms and spectrum graphs for choosing data ranges or making measurements.

Using a Slider Cursor

In a graph or histogram, position the mouse within the blank area between the axis and the edge of the graph and drag the slider along the graph to position the cursor. The mouse cursor will change to .

Positioning a Line or Box Cursor

Click and drag the image to draw a line or box cursor.

To resize an existing line or box cursor, click and drag on a corner edge or end of the object. The cursor will change to		or		.
To move an existing object, click and drag the center of the object to the desired location. The cursor will change to		.

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