Getting Started with ICM

This chapter provides a comprehensive introduction to the ICM Suite, designed to help new users navigate its powerful tools and features. Whether you are a biologist, chemist, or researcher curious about molecular structures and modeling, this guide will walk you through the foundational steps to get started. From setting up the software to exploring its interface, you’ll quickly learn how to access and analyze molecular data with ease. This chapter is tailored for users with little to no prior experience, ensuring that you can begin your journey into molecular modeling and visualization with confidence.

Chapter Contents:

• The Basics of the Graphical User Interface
• How to search and Download Protein Structure, Sequences, and Chemicals
• How to create new Objects
• How to open files
• How to save files
• How to Make Selections
• Changing Preferences