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Scanned Image or Text is Blurred

You can adjust the appearance of the scanned image or text by increasing the resolution or adjusting the image quality.

  • Try increasing the resolution and then scanning.

    Set the appropriate resolution for the purpose of your scanned image.

    Click Settings in Epson ScanSmart, Review Scans or on the Select Action window, and then click the Scanner Settings tab > Scan Settings button > Main Settings tab on the Epson Scan 2 window > Resolution.

  • Check that Text Enhancement is selected.

    Click Settings in Epson ScanSmart, Review Scans or on the Select Action window, and then click the Scanner Settings tab > Scan Settings button > Advanced Settings tab on the Epson Scan 2 window > Text Enhancement.

    • When Black & White is selected as the Image Type.

      Depending on the condition of your scanned image, click Settings and try setting a lower level for Edge Enhancement or a higher level for Noise Reduction Level.

  • If you are scanning in JPEG format, try to change the compression level.

    Click Settings in Epson ScanSmart, Review Scans or on the Select Action window, and then click the Save Settings tab > Options button