SBHistogram

"SBHistogram" is a versatile tool designed for generating simple histograms from ASCII data files. Developed by "SB-Software", the latest version of this program is "1.2". The application file, named "histo.exe", is remarkably lightweight at just 604 KB. It is fully compatible with a broad range of operating systems, including Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11. As an essential utility under the Office Tools category and more specifically, the Document management subcategory, "SBHistogram" stands out due to its simplicity and ease of use. The program operates under a Freeware license, meaning that users can download and use it free of charge.

Users searching for a simple tool for generating histograms from ASCII data files will find "SBHistogram" to be an excellent choice. The application supports a straightforward process where data values are counted and placed into "buckets," which are then displayed in a bar chart format. For instance, if creating a histogram of people’s ages, buckets might range from 1-10 years, 11-20 years, and so forth, with each bucket counting the number of data items that fall into its range.

Key features of "SBHistogram" include:

• Bucket Count: the number of histogram bars on the histogram graph.
• Bucket Size: the number of data values represented by each histogram bar.
• Starting Bucket: the initial value for the first histogram bar.
• The option to include buckets with count zero, making the X-axis proportional by displaying all buckets, even if they are empty. If turned off, the X-axis will skip over empty buckets, creating gaps.

The input file for SBHistogram must be a plain ASCII text file with one histogram item per line. Additional unrelated text can follow the data value, as long as the data value is the first element on each line. The output can be either text files or BMP images of the histogram graph.

Pros:

• Easy to use and understand with a simple interface.
• Lightweight and has a small file size.
• Free to download and use (Freeware).

Cons:

• Limited to basic histogram functions.
• Works exclusively with ASCII text files, which might require conversion if data is in a different format.

In summary, "SBHistogram" is an effective and free tool for anyone needing to create histograms quickly and effortlessly from simple data files.

You may want to check out more software, such as DatePad, RJ HexEdit or Textaizer, which might be related to SBHistogram.