Thank you for choosing Surfer! To help you unlock deeper spatial insights and present your subsurface and geospatial data with absolute precision, this hub guides you through the essentials of 3D modeling, gridding, contour mapping, and surface analysis. Let’s get started and see what you can create—explore the curated tutorials, video walkthroughs, and step-by-step guides below to quickly turn your raw coordinates into publication-ready visualizations.
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Want to follow along? Download the sample dataset used in this video (.CSV) and learn how to load your raw data, interpolate grids, customize contours, and more in 5 minutes.
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Quick TipsShort on time? Browse these bite-sized video walkthroughs to master core tools, keyboard shortcuts, and everyday plotting tricks that will immediately speed up your workflow. Interested in what you see?Check out the links below for more information about these videos:
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Surfer FAQ
Where do I find my product key or support code, and how do I activate my license?
Log in to your My Account portal to activate or view your product key or support code. In Grapher, navigate to File > License Info, to view your product key and support code.
What file formats can Surfer import?
Surfer imports popular data formats including Microsoft Excel (.XLSX, .XLS), text/delimited files (.CSV, .TXT, .DAT), grid surfaces (.GRD, .DEM), spatial vector formats (.SHP, .DXF), and raster imagery (.TIF, .PNG).
Can I automate recurring maps or run batch files with scripts?
Yes. Surfer includes Golden Software's built-in Scripter application (using Visual Basic syntax) and fully supports automation via Python and COM automation clients.
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