How do I use the Focus Assistant?

If the image doesn't seem sharp enough, you can use the Focus Assistant feature in the following steps:

1. Drag your finger along the line to select the position where the image seems sharpest.

2. For more precise focus, click on Focus Assistant. 

3. The application will take a series of 21 photos.

3. The instrument will stabilize and finalize the focus adjustment:

1. Slide your finger along the line
   

1. Select the position where you feel the image is sharpest
2. Press the "Validate focus" button.
   

For any further help, please check our special tutorial videos here:

https://vaonis.com/hestia-tutorials

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