Open data file

 Opens an existing data file. Data files in the following formats are compatible with MBF Bioscience software:

  • MBF binary files (.dat)
  • NRX (Neurolucida Explorer data) files (.nrx)
  • MBF Bioscience ASCII files (.asc)
  • XML (Extensible markup language) files (.xml)
  • Biolucida Cloud files (.blc)

Options

When opening a data file, you can choose from these options:

  • Merge—Merges the data file currently open with the file you are opening. If you choose this option, Close Currently Open Images and New Reference Point are unavailable
  • Close Currently Open Images—Closes any images open.
  • New Reference Point—You must place a new reference point before the program opens the data file.
  • Load Images with Data File—Loads images associated with the data file.