• Adjust these Epson Scan settings (if available) and try scanning again:
• Select Text Enhancement
• Select the correct Image Type setting
• Adjust the Threshold setting
• Check the manual for your OCR software for any additional adjustments.
Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems
Related concepts
Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Scan Area is Not Adjustable in Thumbnail Preview
If you cannot adjust the scan area while viewing a Thumbnail preview in Epson Scan, try these solutions:
• Create a scan area by drawing a marquee on your preview image and adjusting it as necessary.
• Switch to Normal preview mode, if available, and preview your image again.
Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems
Scanned Image Edges are Cropped
If the edges of a scanned image are cropped, make sure your original is placed correctly for scanning. If
necessary, move your original away from the edges of the scanner glass slightly.
Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems
Film or Slide Scanning Does Not Work
If you have trouble scanning film or slides, try these solutions:
• Remove the document mat from inside the scanner cover whenever you scan film or slides.
• Make sure your film or slides are placed correctly in the correct film holder, and the holder is
positioned correctly on the scanner glass.
• Make sure the Epson Scan Document Type setting (Home Mode) or Film Type setting (Professional
Mode) is set correctly.
Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems
Related topics
Placing Film or Slides on the Scanner
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