WinMan: A Modern Window Manager and Workflow Accelerator for ImageJ/Fiji

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Authors: Kui Wang
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Abstract

WinMan (Window Manager) v1.1.1 is a lightweight yet powerful utility designed to streamline high-throughput microscopy workflows in ImageJ/Fiji. It solves the "Desktop Explosion" problem by acting as a digital housekeeper for your workspace. (WinMan v1.0.0: Modern Flat UI with Compact Layout) πŸš€ Release Highlights (v1.1.1) WinMan brings a commercial-grade user experience to the classic ImageJ environment: 🎨 Modern Flat Interface: A clean, Java Swing-based UI with a compact "Stick-supported" vertical layout that prevents UI collapse. 🧠 Smart "Invert" Logic: Introduces the "Keep Match" engine. Instead of closing windows one by one, you can define what to keep (e.g., "Result") and instantly clear the rest. ⚑ Batch Workflow Tools: Auto Contrast All: Instantly applies intelligent histogram stretching to 50+ open images (perfect for 16-bit fluorescence). Reset Zoom All: One-click viewport standardization. πŸ›‘οΈ System Health: Integrated Memory Bar with one-click Garbage Collection (GC) to prevent memory overflows. ✨ Key Features Granular Filtering: Case-insensitive string matching for precise window targeting. Layout Automation: Improved algorithms for Tile and Cascade arrangements. Data Safety: Built-in confirmation dialogs for destructive actions (e.g., "Close All"). πŸ“₯ Installation Download the .jar file and drag-and-drop it into your Fiji/ImageJ main window (or plugins/ folder).Find it under: Plugins > Biosensor Tool > WinMan Manager. πŸ“§ Contact & Support:Dr. Kui Wang (k@cns.ac.cn)Chimeric Nano Sensor Team (CNS)Center for Excellence in Brain Science and Intelligence Technology (CEBSIT), CAS

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cell Image Analysis Techniques Scientific Computing and Data Management Image Processing Techniques and Applications

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
12 January 2026