How do I scan a document so I can edit the text in word processing software?

• You can scan a document using a process called OCR (Optical Character Recognition). To edit the text, use a word processor with your output format.

  To scan and use OCR, you can use the Epson Scan 2 OCR Component. You can also use Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac), each of which is available for your product.

  Note: The required Epson Scan 2 OCR Component is installed automatically when you install your product software. If you install your product software programs individually, be sure to also install this component if you want to perform OCR.

  Character types and originals that may be difficult for OCR software to recognize include:

  • Handwritten text
  • Items that have been copied from other copies
  • Faxes
  • Text with tightly spaced characters
  • Text that is in tables or underlined
  • Cursive or italic fonts and font sizes less than 8 points
  • Originals with creases or wrinkles