.. _application_intro: Introduction ================= .. contents:: Background ------------------ **LabPlot** is a FREE, open source and cross-platform Data Visualization and Analysis software accessible to everyone and trusted by `professionals `_. It has a graphical user interface, a command-line interface, and an interactive and animated notebook interface. Support ------------------ LabPlot is a project supported by the community, meaning that users and developers assist each other. section on LabPlot's Home Page for details. You can also check `LabPlot Home Page `_ for updates on new releases and additional information related to LabPlot. If you need support, go to the `Support `_ section of the project's website for more details.