Processing of adi/adif files for amateur radio. Changing and creating log entries.
The ADI File Editor is a custom tool designed to edit and supplement log files in the ADIF format (Amateur Data Interchange Format). This program is particularly useful for radio amateurs who use modes such as FT8 or FT4. Here is a summary of the essential functions and features of the editor:
Functions and Features of the ADI File Editor:
Load and Save Files: The editor allows you to load and save log files with the .adi file extension. If the file has the .adif extension, it must be renamed to .adi to be used with this editor.
Editing Log Entries: All fields of a log entry can be edited. This includes, for example, callsigns (call), grid squares (gridsquare), mode (mode), sent and received signal reports (rst_sent, rst_rcvd), date and time of the QSO (qso_date, time_on), frequency (freq), used transmission power (tx_pwr), and comments.
Navigation and Editing:
Navigation: The editor allows you to navigate through the entries by jumping to the first, last, previous, or next entry. New Entries: New log entries can be created. Delete Entries: Entries can be deleted. Filter Entries: It is possible to filter by specific criteria using the corresponding fields. Display of Entries: Information such as the counterparty's callsign, your own grid square, the mode, the sent and received signal reports, the date and time of the QSO, and other details are clearly displayed. Functions of the ADI File Editor:
Load and Save Files
Load and save log files with the .adi extension. Files with the .adif extension must be renamed to .adi to be edited with this editor. Edit Log Entries
Edit all fields of a log entry, including callsign, grid square, mode, signal reports, date, time, frequency, transmission power, and comments. Navigate Entries
Navigate through entries (first, last, previous, next entry). Create New Entries
Add new log entries. Delete Entries
Delete existing log entries. Filter Function
Filter entries based on various fields. Display Entry Details
Clear display of information such as callsign, your own grid square, mode, signal reports, date, time, frequency, and other details. Usage Note
Use the program at your own risk; no guarantee of functionality or error-free operation; developed for personal use, but free to use by anyone. Format Requirements
Files must be in ADIF format, created by programs like JTDX or WSJT-X. Renaming Files
Files with the .adif extension must be renamed to .adi to be edited. Use at your own risk: The author points out that the use of the program is at your own risk. No guarantee of functionality or error-free operation is provided. The tool was developed for the author's personal use but is available for free use by anyone.
Usage Note: Format Requirements: The files to be edited must be in ADIF format, which is typically created by programs like JTDX or WSJT-X. The ADI File Editor is thus a useful tool for radio amateurs who want to manage their log files easily and efficiently. Note that the use of the editor is at your own risk, and no liability is assumed for possible errors.