We have demonstrated tuning and enhancement of high-order harmonic generation in a free propagation geometry using shaped laser pulses synthesized using a genetic algorithm. Compared with simple chirp tuning, both broader tunability and increased conversion efficiency are achieved in the 20-40 nm wavelength range. Theoretical simulations reproduce the magnitude of the spectral shift and emphasize the role of ionization, specific quantum paths, and laser phase in the optimization.
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