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When using a scanner, the scanning resolution determines the size of the scanned image

Use a resolution of 75 dots per inch (dpi) to get a life-size image when displayed on the screens of most computers. (26 KB file)


Scanning at a resolution of 150 dots per inch (dpi) gives an image that is twice normal size and results in a much file size nearly four times larger. (77 KB file)


Scanning at a resolution of 200 dots per inch (dpi) gives an even larger file size (113 KB)



How to do it:

The scanning resolution is set in the scanner program. For example, in the HP Precision Scan program, pull down the Settings menu, select Resolution..., then type in the desired resolution in the designated place.

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