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Using labware in your protocols

This article provides guidance on loading standard and custom labware for Python API, Protocol Designer, and Jupyter Notebook protocols.

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Using the Labware Library

The Labware Library is a visual index of all the labware supported out-of-the-box by Opentrons robots. You’ll find both Opentrons…

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Import a custom labware definition

The Labware tab allows you to import custom labware definitions and browse all custom and standard labware in-app without needing…

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How do I know if I have Opentrons tips?

See what a standard tip rack supplied by Opentrons looks like.

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What is a labware definition?

In order for the robot to interact with any given labware, it needs to reference a corresponding JSON definition file…

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Requesting a custom labware definition

Your Opentrons robot can support a wide range of 3rd party labware with the addition of custom labware definitions. If the…

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Creating custom labware definitions

Labware that is not listed in the Labware Library is considered to be custom. You can utilize custom…

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Creating custom labware adapters

If the labware you would like to use does not fit on the deck, you can request an adapter through…

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Install labware clips on Opentrons Flex

Opentrons Flex comes with removable deck slots for all 12 positions in the working area. Each deck slot has corner…

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How to download the logs on Opentrons Flex

A log file is a computer-generated data file that contains information about usage patterns, activities, and operations within an operating…

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