Windows built-in Magnifier

Using the Windows built-in Magnifier, as a narrow vertical window in docked mode, can be helpful when using Depth Adjust to see detail in imagery, particularly if you use a high-resolution monitor.

The magnifier can be especially of use for:

  • accurately positioning the cursor,

  • reading markers or text on images and

  • identifying features in images.

Recommended Usage

Shortcut/Setting Description
Windows key + Esc Exits the Magnifier.
Windows key + the Plus key Opens Windows magnifier (using last-used settings) / Increases the zoom (when magnifier is already open) (200%-400% recommended).
Windows key + the Minus key Decreases the magnifier window zoom.
Ctrl + Alt + D Switched to Docked mode - resize to a narrow tall window positioned so as not to obscure any panels you are working with.
Ctrl + Alt + I Invert Colours - the inverse contrast ("photographic negative") may assist with reading markers or spotting features.

The Magnifier used on a drillhole report