What is SPREAD?

SPREAD

SPREAD is a super handy app that helps you visualize and analyze different phylogeographic reconstructions. If you're into figuring out how species spread across the planet over time, this tool has got your back! These reconstructions often come from Bayesian inference, which sounds complicated but is just a fancy way of saying it uses statistical methods to understand where things have been and where they might go.

Custom Slice Heights for Better Analysis

One cool feature of SPREAD is that it allows users to set their own custom slice heights. Instead of letting the app pick them automatically based on the MCC tree, you can choose exactly what works best for your analysis. This means more control and potentially better results!

How to Use Custom Heights

So, how do you do this? It’s pretty simple! First, pick the type of analysis you want to run. Next, load up a text file with your custom slice heights. Make sure these heights are defined in a single column and in ascending order. This way, SPREAD knows what you're looking for and can give you the best insights.

Why Choose SPREAD?

If you're diving into phylogeography or just curious about how species move through time and space, SPREAD makes it easier than ever to see those patterns. Plus, having the option to customize your slice heights means you're not stuck with whatever settings the program thinks are best—you get to call the shots!

Download SPREAD Today!

If all this sounds interesting to you, why not check out SPREAD? It's a fantastic tool that could really enhance your research or projects in phylogeography.

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!