Chapter 2 Using Chromatogram and Spectrum Windows

2.5 Working with Multiple Data Files

When you have multiple data files open, you can:

•Work with the data files separately to view, zoom, and print

•Copy traces from one data file to another to compare or combine data

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2.5.1 Working with Separate Data Files

To view, zoom, and print multiple data files:

1.Open the data files as described in Section 2.1, Opening and Closing Data Files.

2.Set the Y Scaling mode to Display Relative, as described in Section 2.2, Adjusting the Display Range.

3.Link the data files by selecting the Spectrum window for each data file, then selecting Link View from the View menu.

You must select Link View for each data file.

NOTE: Clicking

in the toolbar links traces, not

views.

 

 

 

4.Organize the Spectrum windows for the data files by

clicking and in the toolbar.

5.Zoom and manipulate traces as needed.

6.To print all data files, select Print All Views from the File menu.

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