- What file formats are supported?
- GPX files (standard GPS Exchange Format used by Garmin, Wahoo, and most devices) and CSV exports from RaceChrono and Harry's Laptimer. For RaceChrono, export via "Export session" → CSV. For Harry's Laptimer, use "GPS Export" from the session menu. The tool auto-detects the format from the file header — you don't need to specify it manually.
- How accurate is the lap time detection?
- Accuracy depends on your GPS sample rate. At 10 Hz (100ms between points), the tool interpolates the exact crossing time of the start/finish line using linear interpolation between the two GPS points that straddle the line, giving sub-100ms accuracy. At 1 Hz (standard GPX), expect ±0.5 s accuracy. Use a dedicated motorsport GPS logger (Racelogic VBOX, AiM Solo, or a phone app at 10+ Hz) for competition-grade lap times.
- How does auto-detect find the start/finish line?
- The algorithm looks at the first 2 minutes of the session and finds the median position of GPS points — which is typically the pit lane or start/finish straight where the session begins and ends. It then constructs a virtual finish line perpendicular to the direction of travel at that point. For best results, start recording before you cross the line and stop after you cross it on your final lap. If the auto-detect is off, use "Pin on map" to click the correct location.
- What is the speed color scale on the racing line?
- The racing line uses a blue → cyan → green → yellow → red gradient where blue = slowest speed in the session and red = fastest. This lets you instantly see braking zones (color cools toward blue), apex speed, and acceleration exits (warming toward green/yellow/red). The scale is normalized per session, not a fixed km/h value.
- Can I compare multiple laps on the speed chart?
- Yes. After analysis, each lap appears as a toggle button above the speed chart. Enable up to all laps simultaneously to overlay their speed-vs-distance profiles. This is the most useful view for finding where time is gained or lost — look for divergence between your best lap line and another lap at the same distance marker to identify braking points and corner entry speeds that differ.