FCS Express also allows complete flexibility in formatting the background of your plots. Almost any object in FCS Express has the same background options as the ones we describe below. The background of any object can display any solid color, a gradient of colors, or an image. Many objects can also be set to be transparent. The plot background options are unique in that they also allow you to adjust the plot margins.

In order to demonstrate modifying the background properties, we will continue with the layout we were using above. In the course of this example, we will:

•Acquire an overview of formatting the background.

•Modify the background gradient.

•Modify the plot margins.

 

To format the background (numbers refer to Figure T3.22):

1.Right-click on the plot and select Format from the pop-up menu.

2.Click on the Background category .

3.Click the Gradient radio button .

4.Change the Right Margin to 8%. This will move the right plot margin, allowing you to see the last axis label that is cut off in Figure T3.21.

5.Press OK to accept the changes.

 

Figure T3.22 Background Formatting

 

The plot background has now been modified to display a gradient background as shown in Figure T3.23.

Next, we will format the legend.