ElliShape 1.3.0

Morphological analysis tool

### Detailed Steps for Installation and Usage of ElliShape



#### Preparation Steps:

Option 1. Install Conda (if not already installed):

    - Download Anaconda from the official website:

      https://www.anaconda.com/

    - Follow the installation instructions for your operating system



Option 2. Install Python (if not using Conda):

    - Download Python 3.10 or later from the official website: https://www.python.org/downloads/ 

    - Follow the installation instructions and ensure you select the option to add Python to your system PATH



#### Installation and Usage with Conda:

1. Open the Anaconda Prompt 

2. Create a Conda environment with Python 3.10:

    ```Anaconda Prompt

    conda create -n ElliShape python=3.10

    ```

3. Activate the environment:

    ```Anaconda Prompt

    conda activate ElliShape

    ```

4. Install the ElliShape package:

    ```Anaconda Prompt

    pip install  path/to/ElliShape-1.3.0-py3-none-any.whl

    ```

4. Download the required model weight files:

    ```Anaconda Prompt

    python download_pth.py

    ```

5. Run ElliShape:

    ```Anaconda Prompt

    ElliShape

    ```



#### Direct Installation with Python Environment (Requires Python >= 3.10):

1. Open the Command Prompt

2. Install the ElliShape package:

    ```cmd

    pip install  path/to/ElliShape-1.3.0-py3-none-any.whl

    ```

3. Download the required model weight files:

    ```cmd

    python download_pth.py

    ```

4. Run ElliShape:

    ```cmd

    ElliShape

    ```



#### Notes:

- Ensure your environment meets the Python version requirements.

- The model weight files are essential for running ElliShape. Make sure to download them before using the software.

- For detailed documentation and troubleshooting, refer to the official website or contact support.