Resetting the settings of a scanner is a common but useful procedure for resolving various scanning issues. Before resetting your scanner settings, it is important to know that any customized settings that you have made over time may be lost.
1. First, check to make sure that the scanner is connected to the computer and powered on.
2. Open the scanner’s software program. Depending on the specific brand and model of the scanner, this program may be named differently. Common applications include HP Scanjet, Kodak Easyshare, or Epson Scan.
3. In the navigation pane, look for an option called “Preferences” or “Options”. This will open up a screen with a variety of settings within the scanner software.
4. Click the “Reset All” or “Restore Defaults” button to reset all the settings in the scanner software.
5. Close the software window and open it again. Verify that the settings are now reset by checking the navigation pane for any changes.
6. Once you have verified the changes, save the new settings. It is important to save the settings so that you don’t have to repeat this process if the scanner is turned off or disconnected from the computer.
7. Reboot the scanner and the computer. This will ensure that the changes take effect properly.
By following these steps, you can easily reset the settings of your scanner and be back up and running in no time.