PerkinElmer ChemDraw 16.0 User Manual

The PerkinElmer ChemDraw 16.0 User Manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for getting started, using drawing tools, setting preferences, shortcuts, and…

Brand: PerkinElmer
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 346
File format: PDF
File size: 5.9 MB
Published: 03 October, 2026
Updated: 03 October, 2026
MD5 checksum: 5FDF2FE963E38BECE661F99526276828
PDF: PerkinElmer ChemDraw 16.0 User Manual PDF

About this manual

This guide introduces ChemDraw 16.0, a software tool for creating chemical and biological drawings. It covers the user interface, toolbars, document handling, and basic drawing operations such as adding bonds, atoms, and captions.

Later chapters explain advanced capabilities including BioDraw, biopolymer editing, stereochemistry, 3D viewing, ChemScript integration, and cloud‑based sharing. Technical support information and troubleshooting tips are also included.

What's inside

Introduction
Getting Started
Page Layout
Preferences and Settings
Shortcuts and Hotkeys
Basic Drawings
BioDraw
Drawing Biopolymers
Advanced Drawing Techniques
ChemScript

Specifications

Supported Operating Systems	Windows 10 (32‑/64‑bit), macOS 10.10/10.11 (32‑/64‑bit)
Active‑X Control Compatibility	Works with latest browsers on Windows and Mac

Frequently asked questions

How can I access technical support for ChemDraw?

Open the Online menu, choose Browse PerkinElmer Technical Support, then click Desktop Support.

How do I view a tooltip for a tool?

Point to the tool; the tooltip appears in the status bar.

How can I display stereochemical markers (R/S) in a drawing?

Select the entire structure, then choose Object > Show Stereochemistry.

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