Spotxel Reader

An app that converts smartphones into a microplate reader for capturing, reading, and analyzing microplate images; also supports Windows for image analysis.

Solution by SICASYS Software GmbH

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Overview

Spotxel® Reader is a cutting-edge application that effectively transforms smartphones into high-performance microplate readers. It allows users to read and analyze multiple samples using parallel plate formats. The app supports various functions including:

Capturing: Take detailed images of microplates using your smartphone.
Reading: Detect and quantify color signals within the wells of the microplates.
Analysis: Annotate plates, define assay standard concentrations, and determine unknown concentrations.

The newest version of this app extends its functionality with compatibility for Windows platforms. It enables users to analyze microplate images on Windows computers and supports image capturing via USB or network-connected cameras.

On mobile devices, this app facilitates image analysis for assays organized in row, column, or microarray formats, enhancing versatility for different laboratory setups.

Getting Started

To embark on using Spotxel® Reader, download the app from relevant app stores. If a microplate is not available for initial testing, the app includes a sample image and assay setup CSV files in the Sample Data section for exploration of its features.

In-App Help

The app includes an accessible help interface. Users can tap the question mark icon to receive function descriptions and guidance for a smooth user experience.

Sample Data

Users have access to sample assay data, including a plate image and setup files in CSV format, suitable for different locale configurations (decimal-point or decimal-comma).