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ABBYY FineReader 10 Home Edition User’s Guide
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If the image is too dark
• Set a lower aperture value to open up the aperture.
• Set a higher ISO value.
• Use manual focus, as automatic focus may fail and cause blur.
Compare an image that is too dark with a good quality image:
Taking Photos
To obtain good quality photos of documents, be sure to position the camera correctly and follow these simple
recommendations.
• Use a tripod whenever possible.
• The lens should be positioned parallel to the page and look towards the center of the document. The
distance between the camera and the document should be selected so that the entire page fits within the
frame when you zoom in. In most cases this distance will be between 50 and 60 cm.
• Even out the paper document or book pages (especially in the case of thick books). The text lines should not
be skewed by more than 20 degrees, otherwise the text may not be converted properly.
• To get sharper images, focus on a part of the image between the center of the document and one of its
edges.
• Enable the anti–shake system, as longer exposures in poor lighting conditions may cause blur.
• Use the automatic shutter release feature. This will prevent the camera from moving when you press the
shutter release button. The use of automatic shutter release is recommended even if you use a tripod.
When you need to take another photo
Please make sure that your camera meets the technical requirements and follow the simple recommendations
provided in the "Lighting" and "Taking Photos" sections.
How to improve an image, if:
• the image is too dark and too soft
Solution: Try to use brighter lighting. Otherwise, set a lower aperture value, i.e. open up the aperture.
• the image is not sharp enough
Solution: Autofocus may not work properly in poor lighting or when taking pictures from a close distance. Try