In the journey of scientific research and exploration, accurate, efficient and reliable experimental equipment is undoubtedly the most solid backing for scientific researchers. Opentrons Flex fully automatic pipetting workstation is such an experimental tool that combines high technology and user-friendly design. Its operation interface is centered on intuition, convenience, and intelligence, which is the key to improving user experience and experimental efficiency.

1. Interface layout and features 1. 7-inch LCD touch screen: (1) Opentrons Flex fully automatic pipetting workstation is equipped with a 7-inch LCD touch screen with high screen clarity and sensitive touch. (2) Users can operate the device directly through the touch screen without an additional keyboard or mouse. 2. Graphical interface: (1) The operation interface adopts a graphical design, making all functions clear at a glance. (2) Users can complete experimental settings and parameter adjustments by simply clicking and dragging. 3. User-friendly: (1) The interface design fully considers the user's usage habits and needs, making the operation process more convenient and efficient. (2) Detailed operation guides and help documents are provided to facilitate users to get started quickly.

2. Main functions and operations 1. Experimental settings: (1) Users can conveniently set experimental parameters on the operation interface, such as pipetting volume, pipetting speed, pipetting channel, etc. (2) A variety of experimental templates and protocols are provided, and users can select appropriate templates for quick setup according to experimental needs. 2. Equipment calibration: (1) Opentrons Flex fully automatic pipetting workstation has a one-click calibration function, and users can easily complete the calibration of the equipment through the operation interface. (2) The calibration process is simple and fast, helping to ensure the accuracy and reliability of experimental results. 3. Process monitoring: (1) During the experiment, the operation interface will display the experimental progress and pipetting status in real time. (2) Users can monitor the experimental process through the interface and discover and handle possible abnormal situations in a timely manner. 4. Data recording and traceability: (1) The operation interface provides a data recording function, which can record the details and parameter settings of each operation step. (2) Provides data traceability function to facilitate users to analyze and verify experimental results in the future. 5. Open source ecology and customization: (1) Opentrons Flex fully automatic pipetting workstation supports the Python API open source interface. Users can design exclusive applications in Python according to their experimental needs. (2) An open source community and online protocol library are provided. Users can set parameters online, download experimental application protocol resources, etc.

3. Interface operation examples 1. Power on and login: (1) The user first needs to turn on the device through the touch screen and enter the user name and password to log in. 2. Experimental settings: (1) After logging in, the user can select the "Experimental Settings" function on the main interface to enter the experimental parameter setting interface. (2) In the setting interface, users can set parameters such as pipetting volume, pipetting speed, and pipetting channels, and select appropriate experimental templates or protocols. 3. Equipment calibration: (1) Select the "Equipment Calibration" function on the main interface to enter the calibration interface. (2) Following the interface prompts, users can perform one-click calibration operations to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the equipment. 4. Start the experiment: (1) After the setting is completed, the user can select the "Start Experiment" function on the main interface to enter the experiment interface. (2) In the experimental interface, users can monitor the experimental progress and pipetting status in real time, and make adjustments as needed. 5. Data recording and export: (1) After the experiment, the user can select the "data recording" function on the main interface to view and export the experimental data. (2) Data can be exported in multiple formats to facilitate users’ subsequent data analysis and processing.

The operating interface of the Opentrons Flex fully automatic pipetting workstation is designed to be intuitive and convenient. Users can complete experimental settings, equipment calibration, process monitoring and data recording through simple touch screen operations. At the same time, its open source ecosystem and custom functions also provide users with more flexibility and convenience.

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