Hallo Northern Sky

Hallo Northern Sky is a cool Windows app that helps you explore the night sky. It includes star databases like SAO, PPM, and Tycho-2, plus lots of deep-sky objects and awesome Realsky images. If you're into stargazing, this tool is perfect for simulating what you can see up there!

Access to Star Catalogs

This handy utility lets you access external star catalogs like GSC and USNO CDROM. You can even control computerized GoTo telescope mounts using the universal ASCOM package. How cool is that?

User-Friendly Features

At first glance, the layout might look a bit busy, but that's just because it’s packed with features! Take some time to play around with it, and you'll get the hang of all the great tools available. And don't forget about those helpful tooltips—they give quick info on each feature.

Full-Screen Focus

You can switch to full-screen mode to really dive into your work or use the zoom controls to check out details of different objects. Plus, if things get messy, resetting the layout is just one click away!

Import and Save Data Easily

Hallo Northern Sky allows you to import data from FITS files—these store scientific images and calibration info. You can also print what you see on your screen (whether it's a white or black sky), copy images to your clipboard for other programs, or save your work in HNS file format for later projects.

Edit Asteroids and Comets

This tool comes with built-in text editors that let you edit information about asteroids and comets easily. You can cut, copy, paste, delete stuff—basically do any basic editing you need! Want to change font style or color? No problem!

Search for Celestial Objects

A neat feature lets you search for constellations, stars, deep-sky objects, planets—you name it! Just type in what you're looking for or use preset lists. Double-click on an object and bam—it shows its spot on the map!

User-Defined Locations

You can set up custom positions by entering right ascension and declination details. Feel like flipping the map? You can do that too! Keep North always up if that's your thing.

Stay Updated with Time Configurations

The app updates based on system time or user-defined values (like year/month/day). It's super flexible! Plus, you can adjust colors for different grids and objects.

A Great Tool for Everyone!

Hallo Northern Sky packs a ton of features that cater to both beginners and pros alike. If you're looking for an astronomy software that has it all, check it out!

You can download Hallo Northern Sky here.