Mass detection

Description

The Mass detection module generates a list of masses (ions) for each scan in the raw data file. Several algorithms are provided for this step. The choice of the optimal algorithm depends on the raw data characteristics (mass resolution, mass precision, peak shape, noise). In case the raw data is already centroided, only one algorithm (Centroid mass detector) can be used. Other algorithms work only with continuous type data.

When mass lists are generated for all MS level 1 scans, a green check mark will appear at the icon of the raw data file. Each mass list can be opened by expanding individual scans from the project tree:

Method parameters

Mass detector
Algorithm to use for mass detection and its parameters
MS level
MS level of scans, for which the mass lists should be generated
Mass list name
Name of the new mass list. If the processed scans already have a mass list of that name, it will be replaced.