The Rules of Spectral Processing

To avoid potential problems in the use of spectral processing algorithms, the author recommends you follow these rules. 

Always closely examine the original spectrum before deciding on whether to process it or not. If you proceed, always have a good reason for doing so. Never process spectra automatically. 

Have a clear idea of how the processing algorithm you propose to use works, the problems it can cause, and how to avoid them. 

Always retain the original data so if something goes wrong, you have the original to fall back on. 

Always record how, when, why, and by whom the processing was performed. 

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