For molecular modelers, learning a new platform for molecular design can sometimes feel overwhelming, particularly with intricate tools and specialized workflows. If you’ve recently started exploring SAMSON, the platform’s Interactive Tutorials can be a game-changer, providing hands-on guidance to streamline your work.
SAMSON integrates a series of interactive tutorials directly within the platform to help users quickly get up to speed and accomplish essential tasks. These aren’t just a series of static instructions—they’re dynamic, step-by-step guides that allow you to interact with the platform while being guided towards tangible outcomes. Here’s how these tutorials can tackle the challenge of mastering molecular design efficiently.
Accessing the Tutorials
You can find the tutorials by navigating to Help > Tutorials within the software. Once there, you’ll discover a range of tutorials available for various tasks. Simply select a tutorial of interest and click Start tutorial to begin. Whether you’re refining molecular structures, running simulations, or learning new SAMSON Extensions, these interactive tutorials will guide you effectively.
Each tutorial overlays detailed tips and task steps onto the interface, allowing you to follow along at your own pace. You’re not left alone with complex workflows—SAMSON will support you, one click at a time.
Stopping and Restarting Tutorials
Need a break in the middle of learning? It’s easy to exit any tutorial. Simply close the tutorial tip window visible at the top-right corner of the Viewport. You can return to where you left off later or, if necessary, restart the tutorial from scratch via Help > Tutorials. This flexibility ensures that your time is used productively while balancing other demands.
Adding Value to Your Work
These tutorials are more than “how-to guides.” They cater to real scenarios, helping you understand how to practically apply SAMSON’s tools for your molecular modeling challenges. From conducting simulations to designing molecules, you’ll not only learn the tool but also strengthen your skills, leading to efficient and accurate outcomes in your design projects.
Bonus: Tutorials for SAMSON Extensions
Looking to extend SAMSON’s functionality? There’s no need to guess how additional features work. The platform offers SAMSON Extensions Tutorials, making it easy to learn and incorporate new capabilities seamlessly into your workflow.

Why Use Interactive Tutorials?
Interactive tutorials are an excellent resource for both beginners and experienced molecular modelers. They eliminate the guesswork, reduce the learning curve, and ensure you can focus on solving complex molecular problems rather than puzzling over software features.
Ready to dive deeper into interactive tutorials? Check out the official documentation page for more details: Interactive Tutorials Documentation.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. Start your journey with SAMSON today at https://www.samson-connect.net.
