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Get going with GenomeView with demo data

• Start GenomeView with demo data for B. anthracis preloaded
• Start GenomeView with demo data for C. elegans preloaded
• Start GenomeView with demo data for D. melanogaster preloaded

More information about demo data set, i.e. what types of data are included etc.

A four step guide to get going with GenomeView with your data

1. Start GenomeView
2. Check out the load data page to learn how to load data and the list of supported data formats.
3. Check out the user interface documentation to learn about the different windows, panels in GenomeView.
4. Check out the navigation documentation to get around your genome.

Starting GenomeView for the first time

Step by step instructions on what to expect when starting GenomeView for the first time.

Prerequisite: Java 6
Make sure you have Java 6 or more recent installed. You can test which version you have installed at http://javatester.org

Step 1: Click the Web Start button

Click the orange 'launch' button in the top-left corner of the site or just below

Step 2: Select Open With Java Web Start
Once you click the orange launch button, you will likely get a pop-up that asks you with which program you want to open the link.

Agree with what the pop-up windows ask. If you're unsure, detailed instructions for various browsers are available.

Step 3: Waiting for GenomeView to start
Once you have approved our digital signature, GenomeView will start loading, you will see the following screens without any further input.

GenomeView starting

GenomeView started

You have now successfully started GenomeView!

Mac users only

You may want to check out some specific tips for Mac users.