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Scanning tips
Here are some tips and hints that may increase the quality
of your scanned images and help you create a sharper-
looking result:
Resolution. Using a high resolution when scanning
pictures is not necessarily better than using a resolution of
100 or 200 dpi. A higher resolution always uses more disk
space to store the scanned document. When you are
scanning in color, you can set the scanning resolution to be
lower than your printer’s resolution. Experiment with your
scanning to see what works best. Note: color resolution is
100 to 800 dpi; black and white resolution is 100 to 1200
dpi.
Glossy or matte paper. Images that are printed on glossy
paper will scan better, and produce brighter results with
more contrast than images that are printed on paper that has
a matte finish. However, glossy surfaces may reflect
scanner light and distort the scanned image.
Proper Scan Mode. Even though it’s possible to scan
using the Auto Image Enhance mode, it’s best to use the
normal scan mode to scan your documents. Use Auto
Image Enhance to edit/enhance images, such as photos,