Scripts

Gatan offers powerful scripting capabilities that empower researchers, engineers, and microscopists to customize, automate, and extend the functionality of their electron microscopy workflows. Whether you're working within the DigitalMicrograph environment or prefer the flexibility of Python, our scripting tools help you unlock new levels of productivity and precision. 

DigitalMicrograph scripting allows users to directly interact with Gatan’s software environment, enabling real-time control of hardware, image processing, and data analysis. 

• Built-in scripting editor
• Access to microscope controls and image data
• Ideal for users familiar with the DigitalMicrograph interface 

Python scripting offers a flexible, open-source approach to working with Gatan data and instruments. Perfect for users who want to integrate Gatan tools into broader scientific workflows. 

• Leverage powerful Python libraries (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, etc.)
• Ideal for advanced data analysis and machine learning applications
• Compatible with DigitalMicrograph software 

DigitalMicrograph and Python scripting allow you to write small programs (scripts) that automate tasks or extend functionality within the existing software environment. These scripts are ideal for customizing workflows, enhancing productivity, and integrating with other tools in a lightweight and flexible way.

Please note that this is distinctly different from software development kits (SDKs), which are used to design, build, test, and maintain full-scale applications or systems. SDKs provide a broader set of tools for creating standalone software, whereas scripting focuses on enhancing and automating within an existing platform.