NeXtMidas Training: What is an Option Tree?

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+ Start Here + Background + Common Midas Concepts + Getting Started - Part 1 + Getting Started - Part 2 + Working with Files - Option Trees - Overview - What is an Option Tree? - Structure - Structure (Large) - Things to Note + Using an Option Tree + Lab 1 + Creating an Option Tree + Command Dictionary + Building an Option Tree + Lab 2 + Macros - Part 1 (Basics) + Macros - Part 2 (Graphics) + NetBeans - Part 1 (Setup) + NetBeans - Part 2 (GUIs) + NetBeans - Part 3 (Profiler) + Eclipse - Part 1 (Setup) + Eclipse - Part 2 (GUIs) + Primitives + WebStart + Maps & Imagery + X-Midas Interoperability + RMIF & Remoting + Installing NeXtMidas + Support & Maintenance + File Handlers	Option Trees: Option trees are the mechanism by which users can add functionality without creating conflicts with other users who have added functionality. An option tree is a directory that contains a set of semi-standard subdirectories that is recognized by the Midas framework. Types of Option Trees: The SYS Option Tree This is a special option tree since it is the core of the NeXtMidas framework. The SYS option tree contains the NeXtMidas shell and all of the primary functionality required to run a macro. The SYS option tree must be enabled at all times. Factory-Supported These option trees are supported by the NeXtMidas development team. Some of these are bundled with each release of NeXtMidas (e.g. DSP), while others may require a separate download (e.g. MAP). Other All other option trees. This category is some times called "Locally-Developed," but the name is misleading since many are not developed locally.