Image annotation#
Minimal
Add scale information (scale bar, image length; in figure/figure legend)
Include scale information by incorporating a scale bar within the image to provide a reference for size and distance. Additionally, specify the actual dimensions that the scale bar represents in the figure legend or accompanying text to ensure accurate interpretation of the image’s scale.
Add a scale bar in OMERO Figures: https://youtu.be/YeCFaB7VAAQ?si=zui5kBNJZNEQYIPn&t=95
Using ImageJ to add a scale bar to an image https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GVBIEwvfng (2:50)
How to add Scale Bar to an image using ImageJ Software https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7JE_N-xWZM (3:33)
Explain all annotations (in figure/figure legend)
Explain all annotations by clearly defining each label, symbol, and color used directly within the figure or in the figure legend. Ensure the figure legend provides comprehensive descriptions to help readers understand the significance and context of each annotation in the image.
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Annotations should be legible (line width, size/point size, color)
Annotations should be legible by using an appropriate line width, font size, and point size that ensures clarity and readability. Additionally, choose colors that provide strong contrast against the background and other elements in the image to enhance visibility.
Annotations should not obscure key data
Annotations should be placed thoughtfully to avoid covering or obscuring key data and important features within the image. Ensure that all annotations are positioned in a way that maintains the integrity and clarity of the underlying data, allowing for accurate interpretation.
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Recommended
Annotate imaging details important for interpreting the figure.
Annotate imaging details critical for interpreting the figure, such as the type of microscope used, magnification levels, and staining methods. Additionally, include information on image acquisition settings like exposure time, resolution, and any post-processing techniques applied.
Depending on the main message and imaging technique this may be e.g. image pixel size, imaging intervals (time-lapse in movies), exposure time, or anatomical section.
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