Introduction
This guide serves as a comprehensive user manual for the QuantStudio™ Design and Analysis Software v2 Command-Line Application. It is designed to assist users in leveraging the software's command-line interface for automating experiment template file creation and data export processes.
The document details the necessary steps for setting up the application on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems, including environment variable configurations. It further elaborates on executing commands for generating experiment files (EDT) and exporting results (EDS), providing clear explanations of command syntax, parameters, and their usage.
Key sections cover the various supporting files required for these operations, such as assay information files, barcode files, plate setup files, and sample files. The guide also outlines the precedence rules that govern data conflicts during experiment file generation, ensuring accurate and consistent results.
For detailed information on specific commands, file formats, and troubleshooting, users are encouraged to refer to the respective sections within this guide.
Key Features
- Guidance on setting up the command-line application for Windows and Macintosh.
- Instructions for creating experiment template files (EDT) using the
expgencommand. - Procedures for exporting results files (EDS) using the
exportcommand. - Detailed explanation of command syntax and available parameters.
- Information on essential supporting files and their roles in the workflows.
- Explanation of precedence rules for data handling during file generation.
