Contour Data

The data which is contoured on the stereonet is determined by the selection of the Contour Data in the Contour Options dialog. You may select one of the following data types to contour:

• Vector Density
• Intersection Density
• Data Column

The Contour Data can also be selected in the Sidebar plot options.

Vector Density

If Vector Density is selected, then the contours will represent either pole or dip vector concentrations, according to the selection of the Pole / Dip Vector Mode.

See the Vector Contour Plot topic for details.

Intersection Density

If Intersection Density is selected, then the contours will represent the concentration of intersections. See the Intersection Contours topic for details.

Data Column

If the Data Column option is selected, then you may choose a Quantitative (i.e., numeric) data column in your Dips file, and the selected data will be contoured on the Stereonet. See the General Data Contours topic for details.