Manual Image Alignment Tool

This tool allows for the manual alignment of two images, specifically designed for pathology slide images. The tool provides fine-tuning capabilities for precise alignment and allows for adjustments such as rotation, transparency, and zoom. Additionally, a feature to set a new rotation center is included.

Features

• Manual Alignment: Adjust the alignment of two images with fine-tuning options.
• Set Rotation Center: Easily set a new rotation center for more accurate alignment.
• Save Settings: Save the alignment settings to a file for future use.
• Zoom and Transparency: Control the zoom level and transparency of the images for better visualization.

How to Use

1. Load Images: Load the two images you want to align.
2. Manual Alignment: Use the sliders and buttons to adjust the alignment. Fine-tune the alignment using the fine-tune mode.
3. Set Rotation Center: Click on the "Set Rotation Center" button to set a new center of rotation.
4. Save Settings: Save your alignment settings by clicking on the "Save" button. The settings will be saved in the same directory as manual_align.txt.

Future Enhancements

• Automatic Fine-Tuning: Future versions may include an automatic fine-tuning feature to correct minor misalignments and reduce white spaces between images.
• Shadow-Based Alignment: Implementing a shadow-based alignment feature to better align image contours.

Requirements

• Python 3.x
• Pillow
• Tkinter

Installation

Install the required Python packages using pip:

pip install pillow

Running the Tool

Run the tool using Python:

python autoalign.py

Contributions

Contributions are welcome! Please submit a pull request or open an issue to discuss potential changes.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.