IMPAX 6.5.1 Client Knowledge Base: Extended > Reading studies > Comparing studies
Three Image area tools display a series in a new window: Compare, Projection Mode, and Extended Monitor Display. This topic summarizes the differences between them to clarify when to use each.
| Tool | Compare | Projection Mode | Extended Monitor Display |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitor requirements | Works in all monitor configurations | Works in all monitor configurations | Requires extended monitor for the Image area |
| Display format | Original and cloned at full size in new window or windows | Projection at full size in new window | Projection at full size in new window on extended monitor |
| Applying tool changes affects | Original or cloned image—not both | Original and projection | Original and projection |
| Purpose | Compare effect of presentation options (such as different window levels). | Work with enlarged image without changing Image area screen format or image magnification. | If extended monitor is color: View series in color. Compare color and grayscale versions. |
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General: Image Area Tools > Compare operation
Topic number: 8799 Applies to: IMPAX 6.5.1 Client Knowledge Base |