Sharp R2.7 manual Chapter Sharpdesk Imaging, Basic Imaging Concepts, What is Imaging?

Chapter 8

Sharpdesk Imaging

Introduction

Using Sharpdesk Imaging, you can view images, manipulate them, annotate them, and print them.

Basic Imaging Concepts

This section discusses some basic concepts and terminology to help you better understand Sharpdesk Imaging.

What is Imaging?

Imaging can be described as using computer software to create, modify, and process electronic images. Typical Imaging operations include:

•Scanning text, photographs, or drawings and saving the results in an image file.

•Displaying images using techniques such as thumbnail representations, magnification, rotation, and size to fit.

•Sending image documents by e-mail or fax.

•Adding annotations to images.

•Performing electronic cleanup of images to make them easier to view.

•Combining several imaging operations into a single, automated procedure that runs while you perform other tasks.

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