What is a Zemax OpticStudio software extension?

A Zemax OpticStudio software extension is a custom plugin or module that allows users to extend the functionality of the software beyond what is provided in the standard application. It enables users to add their own custom optical elements, surfaces, coatings, sources, and analyses using their own algorithms or mathematical models. By creating software extensions, users can tailor Zemax OpticStudio to suit specific requirements, simulate specialized optical components, or integrate custom algorithms and designs into the software.

The Zemax OpticStudio software extension framework provides an interface for users to develop their extensions using programming languages like C#, C++, Mathematica, MATLAB and Python. With the extensions, users can define the properties, behavior, and interactions of their custom optical components, which can then be seamlessly integrated into the OpticStudio environment. Extensions can be loaded within Zemax OpticStudio as a plugin, and the custom elements and features become accessible from the user interface alongside the standard elements provided by the software.

What is a Zemax OpticStudio user extension?

User extensions are one of the available modes of software extensions. They can be written in C# and C++. User extensions operate within an active Zemax instance and perform operations on the currently opened or a newly created file. The output file is an executable file.

Do you have an existing Zemax OpticStudio extension that needs improvement or analysis?

We also provide analysis for existing extensions, addressing issues such as:

- Improving functionality

- Fixing bugs

- Enhancing performance, etc.