Sampler
The Sampler allows you to obtain the coordinates of points on a Cumulative Distribution (S-curve) plot.
The Sampler is displayed as a vertical dotted line on a Cumulative Distribution plot.
To use the Sampler:
- SINGLE click the LEFT mouse button anywhere on the plot, and the Sampler will jump to that location, and display the results.
- Alternatively, press and HOLD the LEFT mouse button on the plot, and you will see the double-arrow icon. Move the mouse left or right, and the Sampler will continuously display the values of points along the curve.
For example, plot the Cumulative Factor of Safety distribution, and move the Sampler to Factor of Safety = 1 (Actually, this is where it appears by default). The Y coordinate displayed will be the Probability of Failure (i.e., the probability that the Factor of Safety < 1).
The display of the Sampler can be turned on or off in the right-click menu or the Chart menu.