Processing · Overview

This section covers the post-processing of astrophotography data, including calibration and stacking, the ordered workflow from a linear master to a finished image, and key techniques such as gradient removal, color, stretching, deconvolution, noise reduction, and star reduction. It sits between acquisition and the finished image, the stage in which raw FITS data is turned into a final picture.

What this section covers

Pre-processing and Stacking From raw light and calibration frames to a clean 32-bit linear stack.

Post-Processing Workflow The full order and rationale from linear master to nonlinear final image.

Key Post-Processing Techniques Parameters and limits for gradients, color, stretching, deconvolution, noise, and stars.