Setting up Easyfig to automatically generate BLAST files

Easyfig can run using pre-computed BLAST comparison files, but it is also capable of generating BLAST comparisons if BLAST executables have been installed.

Easyfig can automatically install BLAST executables. From the menu bar click 'Blast' and choose 'Download Blast Automatically'. This may take a while on slower connections as the download is large (> 50 MB). If BLAST installs correctly you will be presented with a message saying 'BLAST+ installed', you will now be able to automatically generate BLAST comparisons using the generate buttons.

If an FTP connection cannot be created or the correct binaries for your system cannot be found you will be presented with a message asking you to download BLAST manually. To do so click 'Blast' in the menu bar and choose 'Download Blast Manually'. This will bring up a message box recommending a version of

BLAST to download, clicking 'ok' will open the download page in your browser.