This Trioptics µShape guide explains the masking feature, mask types, user interface, storage, and troubleshooting.
The document describes the four mask types used in µShape – Crop Mask, Measurement Mask, Analysis Mask, and Special Analysis Mask – and how they are superimposed. It explains the order in which masks are applied and how each type affects the data.
It also covers the mask editor UI, how masks are stored internally in pixel units, and provides troubleshooting tips for common issues such as masks not fitting the aperture.
| Software version | Version 4 |
|---|---|
| Mask file extension | *.ms |
| Mask coordinate units | pixels |
Masks are applied in the order: Crop Mask, Measurement Mask, Analysis Mask, then Special Analysis Mask.
Possible reasons include missing calibration data, all opaque measurement or analysis masks, special analysis masks without data, or edge trimming settings.