Detecting neurons
Introduction
This guide explains you how to detect neurons using the pipeline with the Neuron Tracer operation. The cell body is also detected, and it is used to start the tracing process. The operation offers algorithms to automatically segment neurons structures based on signal backbone seeds (local maxima) detection and their linking in a logical tree-like architecture. From the segments, several features are afterward measured.
Workflow
Activating the Sample Pipeline
- In the Shortcut Toolbar, click Analysis Panel
. 
- In the Sample Pipelines list, double-click the Detect Neurons Pipeline.
- If you have activated a pipeline, it will be replaced by the new one.
You can open the appropriate How to guide. By hovering over a pipeline, this button 
is displayed. When clicking on it, the option Open How to appears.
Editing the traces
The tubular structures segmented (traces) by the operation can be edited. Branches, terminal points, branches points, and other trace components are accessible for modification, optimizations, and improvements.
- In the Shortcut toolbar, click Trace Tool
.
- An Option Bar below the Shortcut Toolbar is displayed. Here you can find various tools with which you can draw or edit traces.
- Most of these tools can be activated using simple shortcuts to facilitate the workflow.
Refer to the Help (F1) for more details.