Getting Help in Xspec

There are multiple places to get help with using Xspec.

• The Xspec Manual [HTML] [PDF] is the best place to get details about running Xspec.
• The PyXspec manual [HTML] [PDF] gives specfic guidance for using Xspec's Python interface.
• Download the Walkthrough files to follow along with the Walks Through Xspec section of the manual.
• The Release Notes provide details about updates in the latest Xspec version.
• The Issues & Patches page has a list of bugs which are patched in the latest update.
• The FAQ page offers troubleshooting and additional guidance for common questions.
• See PyXspec-specific troubleshooting for problems that PyXspec users may encounter.
• Use HEASP [HTML] [PDF], a C/C++/Python library, to manipulate files associated with high energy astrophysics spectroscopic analysis, including table models.
• The Xspec Facebook group [external] is a way to ask questions from others in the community.
• If help is still needed after exploring the above options, please submit a question via the feedback form (selecting XANADU from the drop down menu).
• Questions can also be emailed to the Xspec help desk.