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A tool for annotating images and creating connectivity (.parts) files.

Invoke from the command line with

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Loading images to annotate

To load a single image, use the "File->Load Image" menu item.

We are so often interested in sets of images, possibly with existing annotations. The simplest method of dealing with them is to set up a basic SMD file listing the images of interest. This can then be loaded using the "File->Load Image Set". The first image (and any associated annotation points listed in the SMD file) will then be displayed. You can move through the set using the arrow buttons above the main window.
This is the preferred technique when marking up a set of images, as the tool can automatically create a suitable file name for any saved points.

Manipulating the Points

The buttons on the left of the main window allow selection of a variety of interactions.
The main methods of adding points are as follows:

• Add Point: Each click adds a point (unconnected with others)
• Add Curve: First click adds a point to start a curve. Subsequent clicks add more points. Double click to complete (open) curve, or click on the first point in the curve to create a closed curve.

• Zoom: Select a box to zoom in. Double click or hit the "Unzoom" button to display the whole image
• Move All: Dragging with the left mouse button translates the model, dragging with the right mouse button rotates and scales the model about its centre
• Select: Press and drag to select all points in the resulting box
• Move Selected: As "Move All", but only affects selected points
• Move One: Click near a single model point to drag it around

Saving Results

• The current positions of the points can be saved to a points file using the "File->Save Points" menu item.
• The current connectivity can be saved to a parts file using the "File->Save Parts" menu item.

Display Issues

The "Props->Graphics" menu item brings up a panel allowing control of the graphics (line width, point radius etc)

Generating screenshots

• "File->Save Screenshot" will save the image in the current window, together with any graphical overlays.