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4 Software Description | 4.2 SmartFIB
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4.2.2 Graphical Control Elements
The following graphical control elements are used in the SmartFIB GUI.
Screenshot
Control Element
Function
Tab
Provides a group of graphical control elements.
Section
Forms a group of control elements with related functions.
Button
Enables you to start an action.
Checkbox
Enables you to activate or deactivate a function.
Drop-down list
Enables you to select the desired element.
Radio button
Enables you to activate the desired option.
Scroll bar
Enables you to adjust a value by moving the scroll bar or
pressing the arrow button until the desired value is set.
Readout
§
Displays the status of a system entity.
§
Enables you to select an action or a value by opening a
dialog with an input field.
Input field
Enables you to enter the desired value .
Slider
Enables you to adjust the corresponding function.
Expandable sec-
tion
Enables you to expand or collapse the section as required.
4.2.3 SmartFIB Program Suite
The SmartFIB program suite comprises two main programs: SmartFIB and Designer (requires the li-
cense CREATOR). Each of these programs has a different field of use.
The main purpose of the SmartFIB program suite is to transfer geometric elements to a specimen
with the help of a particle beam. This process is referred to as "exposure".
Access: Windows Start Menu > Programs > SmartSEM
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