FAQ
original FlatMol is no longer being sold or supported
Flatmol 2 is now available ! find it on the app store here
entirely new re-write
simpler, with a better user interface
$ 19.99 for the full version
a complete re-write, ** NOTE: original flatMol files are not compatible **
Free Lite Version coming soon (w/ limited saves)
May I delete an atom that is a part of a ring ?
No, if a ring is created from the pull-down menu "Atom or Group"or "Fuse Choice to Existing Ring", then ring atoms may not be deleted.
Where are my molecule files ?
~ ( user home directory) / Library / Application Support / FlatMol / Molecule Data Is the default directory, but you may save your files wherever you want.
NOTE for OSX 10.7 and greater: Use the finder menu "Go" and press the option(alt) key to see and go to your Library Folder.
How do I print a molecule or a canvas with names ?
NOTE: You supply the name, see Edit -> Name Molecule
Press the button "Show the Name(s)"
then Print.
How do I print a "canvas" ( all molecule(s) and drawings shown) to a picture file?
from the menu, choose "Print Canvas" ( Color or Black & White )
Set a scale percentage if desired from the printer set-up menu ( then press OK )
Choose "PDF" ; open in preview.
From "preview": choose File --> Export. The file may be saved as JPEG, PDF, PNG, or TIFF