ClickMaster2000

Clickmaster2000 is a lightweight utility that acts like a tally counter for various images. Initially created for microbiology imagery, the tool can prove useful in other fields that work with dense images where the automated recognition is highly difficult.

The application does not require installation or configuration, so you can use it as soon as you download to the desired location. The interface consists of a simple, user-friendly window and, once launched, you are prompted to add your image.

While the grid size is chosen automatically when used for the first time, you will be happy to learn that you can customize it to suit your workflow or experiment prerequisites. You can easily mark an object with a mouse click, which can also be customized in the sense that you can change the marker's color. Moreover, you can use the Control + mouse wheel to adjust the point size so that the objects are visible, but not fully covered.

On a side note, the developers recommend that you do not exceed 10 objects per square and that you select a size for the grid that solely packs a single cluster in each square for an optimal workflow. In case you notice objects that go beyond the borders, it is advisable that you mark the one based on the ideal center to avoid counting an object twice. For example, if you are working with cell images, then it may be best to mark the nucleus only.

In the eventuality that you are working with images that pack numerous objects that are very difficult to identify via the standard techniques then perhaps you can consider giving Clickmaster2000 a try. The application has a wide applicability and can be used in research fields as well as security and astro-photography.