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How Do I Use the Telescope Live Dashboard?

Discover how to navigate the Telescope Live Dashboard, your gateway to astrophotography datasets, tutorials, and community features

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Written by Alex Curry
Updated over 5 months ago

Picture of the Day

At the top of the Dashboard, you’ll find the Picture of the Day, a featured Wallpaper created by a Telescope Live user. This stunning astrophotography image showcases what’s possible with the platform's datasets.

Picks of the Day

Below the Picture of the Day, you’ll see a Netflix-style carousel showcasing featured datasets, handpicked for their quality or unique content. These datasets are perfect for discovering new celestial objects or exploring new challenges in astrophotography.

Free Datasets

For anonymous users or those exploring the platform, the Dashboard offers several free datasets to try. These pre-calibrated samples allow you to experience the quality of Telescope Live data without subscribing or using credits.

Discounted Datasets

Each day, a new selection of datasets is offered at a discounted price, giving you the chance to save credits while accessing premium-quality data. These offers change daily, so be sure to check back regularly to discover fresh deals.

Tutorials

The tutorials section on the Dashboard is customized to your profile based on your skill level and preferences. Here, you’ll find a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced tutorials tailored to your astrophotography journey.

Telescope Network

This section highlights telescopes from the Telescope Live network and Partner Network. Each telescope card provides key details, including location, specifications, and ratings, helping you understand the equipment behind the data.

Recent Wallpapers

At the bottom of the Dashboard, you’ll find the Recent Wallpapers section. These are the latest submissions from the community, showcasing processed astrophotography images. Each Wallpaper is linked to the dataset used to create it, allowing you to explore the raw data behind the image.

Tips for Using the Dashboard

  • Check Daily Updates: The Dashboard is updated regularly with new featured datasets, discounted content, and tutorials.

  • Explore Free Resources: Anonymous users can download free datasets and access beginner tutorials to get a feel for the platform.

  • Discover New Targets: Use the Picks of the Day and Telescope Network sections to explore unique datasets and telescopes.

  • Leverage Tutorials: Dive into tutorials tailored to your skill level to enhance your astrophotography skills.

The Telescope Live Dashboard is your starting point for discovering datasets, learning new techniques, and creating stunning astrophotography images. Explore it today and unlock the wonders of the cosmos!

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