Introduction
Link to the development page with various versions and descriptions the version 1.6.15 is the most current during the writing of this methods page.
In Literature: [http://dasher.wustl.edu/bio5476/reading/proteins-58-407-05.pdf Receptor Rigidity and Ligand Mobility in Trypsin–Ligand
Complexes]
Chemtool is a useful program when there is a need to create models of molecules for scientific papers. While it is possible to draw and label complex molecules, Chemtool also has built in templates to make this process easier. Specifically, for carbocycles, sugars, heterocycles, and amino acids.
Chemtool has the capability of locking in different bond angles, superimposing text, rotating and copying already built molecules, and calculating molecular weight.
Installation
- Go Here and click the download link
- Once the .zip file has finished downloading move it to an appropriate directory and unpack it
- Chemtool doesn't need to be installed to be accessed, simply run the Chemtool.exe file to access the program
Explanation of use
- The first 5 buttons(1-5) from the left allow a set change in angle of carbon chain when chosen
- The next three buttons(6-8) signify a change in orientation of text when added, justify left, middle, or right.
- The following button(9) allows a change in text font(bold or normal)
- the following button(10) allows for different bonding images to be displayed when connecting atoms, primarily single, double or triple bonds will be used.
- The following button(11) allows for change in coloration of bonding between atoms for color coding
- The following button(12) allows for the created bond type with buttons (1-5) to be modified selecting a bond from button (10)