Chapter 1

Scan from the HP Solution Center

Scan from the HP Solution Center when you want more control during the scanning process, such as when you want to preview the image before the final scan, use more advanced features, or change scan settings.

To start the HP Solution Center:

1.Do one of the following:

a.On the Windows desktop, double-click the HP Solution Center icon.

b.On the taskbar, click Start, point to Programs or All Programs, point to HP, and then click HP Solution Center.

2.If you have installed more than one HP device, click the tab for the scanner. The HP Solution Center shows only the functions, settings, and support options that are appropriate for the selected HP device.

Scan from other software programs

You can scan an image directly into one of your software programs if the program is TWAIN compliant. Generally, the program is compliant if it has a menu option such as Acquire, Scan, or Import New Object. If you are unsure whether the program is compliant or what the option is, see the documentation for that program.

Scan pictures and documents

Use the Scan button to scan pictures or documents quickly.

●Select original type — document or picture

●Scan pictures

●Scan documents

Select original type — document or picture

You have two choices for original type: Document or Picture. The scanner optimizes settings based on your choice. Use the following guidelines to determine the best original type for your needs.

If your original consists of

Select this original type

 

 

Text, or both text and graphics

Document

 

 

A printed photograph or graphic

Picture

 

 

Scan pictures

Use the Scan button ( ) to scan photos and graphics.

For scanning slides or negatives, see Scan film.

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HP Scanjet 4800 series