TrueMap software uses the OpenGL API for the visualization of microtopography surface data acquired by contact profilometers, atomic force microscopes, confocal microscopes, laser triangularization sensors, etc. It uses the OpenGL Shading Language to render the surface data using per-pixel lighting when supported by the video card. This product has the ability to open files from over 30 leading manufacturers of surface measurement systems as well as the ability to export data in a variety of formats.