Exporting Charts for Use in Publications and Presentations

You can export charts from Volocity for use in presentations or publications. This process involves capturing a snapshot of the chart, which creates a 2D image stored in the Volocity library. Note that once a snapshot is captured, you cannot make further changes to the graphical representation of the chart.

Steps to Export Charts:

1. Set Up the Measurement Protocol and Chart:

   • Prepare the Measurement Item:
     • Open the Measurement Item in the Library View, or double-click to open it in a new window.
   • Switch to the Analysis Tab:
     • Charts are generated from the Analysis Table. If no analysis has been performed, a chart will not appear (except for special case charts like track charts, which extract data directly from the raw data in the Raw View).
   • Perform an Analysis:
     • In the Analysis Dialog, set up the analysis table.
     • For example, calculate the Sum of Volume for all objects identified in each timepoint of a time-series image sequence.

2. Configure the Chart:

   • Switch to the Chart Tab:
     • The chart will display a graphical representation of your analysis data.
   • Customize Chart Style:
     • Go to the Chart Menu and select Edit Chart... or click the chart icon in the top-right corner of the window.
     • Use the Edit Chart Dialog to adjust the chart's appearance, such as axis labels, colors, and style.
   • Filter Data:
     • Charts show only unfiltered data. To edit the filter:
       • Go to the Chart Menu and select Filter or click the filter button in the top-right corner.
       • Adjust the settings in the Edit Filter Dialog.
   • For additional guidance on chart styles and settings, consult the Volocity User Guide (pages 493-497).

Capture a Snapshot of the Chart:

1. Capture the Chart:

   • Go to the Chart Menu and select Capture Snapshot.
   • Choose the resolution for the snapshot using the Capture Snapshot Dialog.

2. Locate the Snapshot in the Library:

   • The snapshot will be saved as a 2D image in the Volocity library.

Export the Chart for Publication or Presentation:

1. Highlight the Snapshot:

   • In the Volocity library, select the snapshot you wish to export.

2. Export the File:

   • Go to the File Menu and select Export.
   • In the Export File Dialog:
     • Choose the location to save the file.
     • Enter a name for the file.
     • Select a suitable format from the Save as File Type dropdown menu (e.g., TIFF, JPEG, or PNG).
   • Click the Export button.

3. Use the Exported Chart:

   • The chart is now saved as a standard 2D image file and can be imported into applications like PowerPoint, Word, or image editors for use in presentations or publications.

By following these steps, you can easily generate, capture, and export high-quality charts from Volocity for your scientific communication needs.