In this step you can perform pre-processing functions on the loaded image, e.g. Stitching (only for tile images), Brightness and Contrast Correction (only for SEM images).

Parameter

Description

Apply Stitching button

Only visible if a tile image is loaded.

If you click on this button, stitching is performed automatically on the image. The stitching can be canceled (Undo) or repeated (Redo) by using the arrow buttons.

Clip Limit

Reduces noise in the image. The higher the Clip Limit , the lower the noise. The clip limit can be adjusted between 0 and 10%.

Region Size

Defines the region for histogram equalization. The smaller the area, the higher the contrast, but the noise will increase, too. The Region Size can be adjusted from 16 to 1024 px.

Histogram Equalization

If you click on this button, the SEM images are adapted to the selected values. The Histogram Equalization can be canceled (Undo) or repeated (Redo) by using the arrow buttons.