Running Pre-trained Models in Edgefirst Studio
Edgefirst Studio includes a built-in model runner that allows you to quickly run models on a live camera feed or on stored images, providing an instant live preview of model results. This guide walks you through running pre-trained models in Edgefirst Studio.
Supported Platforms
| Platforms & Model Support | Preview |
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| - PC: Windows, Linux, MacOS - Mobile: iOS, Android - Web: Chrome browser - Models: Modelpack (.onnx format) |
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1. Log in to Edgefirst Studio
- Go to https://edgefirst.studio
- If you do not have an account, create a free account on the landing page.
- Log in with your username and password.
2. Locate a Model to Run
Edgefirst Studio provides several pre-trained models in the Sample Projects section.
- On the landing page after login, click GO TO PROJECTS. This opens the Projects Dashboard.
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Find the Sample Projects card and click Model Experiments.
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On the Experiments page, each card represents an experiment with multiple training and validation sessions.
- Click on the Training Sessions for the Coffee Cup Experiment to view available sessions. Each session will have a model in different formats if training completed successfully.
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Click the training session CoffeCup-mpk3.1.0 to open its details page.
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Click the Run Model button. If the model is not supported or the ONNX file is missing, this button will not appear. This opens the Model Runner dashboard.
3. Test with Static Images
Download these images to test the model (on PC: right-click and select "Save Image As"; on mobile: tap and hold):
In the Model Runner Dashboard, upload any of these images to see the model results:
4. Running Model on Live Camera Stream
- In the Model Runner dashboard, select Live.
- Choose your camera and allow access when prompted.
- The model will start running on the live stream. Point the camera at coffee cups to see results in real time.