2. Set tracing magnification
Overview
In this step, you set the magnification to a level appropriate for creating (drawing) contours to indicate the areas of the slide to be scanned.
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This is applicable only if you selected Scan inside contour only or Scan a rectangle around the contour for the Scan type in step 1. Setup.
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Do nothing if you selected Scan in a grid... for the Scan type in step 1; this step is not applicable.
Procedure
Adjust Microscope to Trace Region(s)
- Engage a low-power objective on your microscope.
- Select the corresponding lens from the Select Low Mag Lens drop-down menu.
Recommended approach
We recommend using an objective that is suitable for viewing a large portion of your region(s) of interest and tracing a contour around it. If it is difficult to distinguish the boundary of the region of interest at low magnification, however, you may need to use a higher magnification.