Extended catalog in Singularity

We have added an extended object catalog with over 4000 objects.

The objects are considered are manual targets as you will not find educative content on the catalog.

1. Click on the catalog tab and select Manual

2. Select the target from our extended catalog

- You can add a target by entering its coordinates (declination, right ascension).

- You can select an object from our extended catalog which means the coordinates will automatically be populated.

3. Search for the object name

4. As you type the name of the objects, new icons will appear

If you are looking for an object in our main catalog, you will find the regular icon:

5. Click on the required object and the manual setting screen will appear:

The main information will automatically be pre-populated (object name, object type, coordinates, etc):

6. Save the object and start observing it!

This object will now been added to your Manual target list. You can also use the manual targets for Plan my Night.

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