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How scanning works

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Conceptual companion to the stitched scan and calibration how-tos.

From one frame to a whole slide

  • Field of view vs. sample size; the stage tiles the sample under the objective.

Stitching

  • Overlap; how tiles are aligned; why calibration (pixel size, rotation) matters.

Why calibration matters

  • Pixel size → real distances; camera rotation → straight seams; backlash → position error.

Keeping focus over a large area

  • Single-Z vs. autofocus vs. focus map; sample flatness/tilt.
TODO

Consider a generated diagram (like the CoreBox/HoloBox figures) showing tiling + stitching + focus surface. Link the calibration how-tos.