Step 4: Collect Data and Open Experiment Files

Collecting Data

Once Logger Pro is set up to collect data with your interface and sensors, you are ready to collect data.

There are several ways to start data collection. The easiest is to click Collect . You can also choose Start Collection from the Experiment menu.

Hint: If you accidentally start data collection before saving your data, either click Stop or wait for the new run to finish. Then choose Undo Collect from the Edit menu. The table and graph will revert to the previous data.
 
 

Opening Experiment Files

If you would like to perform a specific experiment from a book, such as Chemistry with Vernier, open an experiment file by choosing Open from the File menu. In the Experiments folder, there is a folder for each book, such as Chemistry with Vernier. There is also a folder for each sensor in the Probes & Sensors folder. You are now ready to take data by clicking Collect

If you need a customized setup, it is best to start with one of the included experiment files. Open an experiment file that is similar to the setup that you want to use, then make changes to the experiment file. For example, you can change the data-collection length, add additional sensors, or add a graph. When everything is set up in the way that you want, save the file so it can be used later.
 

Where to Go Next:

Store Your Data

Creating Multiple Data Sets

Analyzing Your Data

Managing Your Data

Saving Your Data