Every scanner has different settings and processes to reset them. Generally, you will need to navigate through the various menus and submenus associated with the scanner’s software in order to access the settings that need to be reset.
If the scanner does not come with its own software, most devices are compatible with a variety of image processing applications. Depending on the application you will use, you may need to go directly into the program in order to reset the scanner’s settings.
To reset your scanner settings, follow these steps:
1. Read the scanner’s manual to learn how to access and reset the scanner’s settings.
2. Connect and power on the scanner.
3. Open the software or driver that controls the scanner.
4. You may need to select your scanner’s model from a list of connected scanners.
5. Navigate to the section where you can adjust the settings.
6. Adjust the settings to the desired level. Different scanners offer different settings. Common settings include resolution, color depth, contrast, brightness, gamma, sharpness and paper size.
7. Save the changes.
8. Check the results by scanning a test document.
9. If the results are not satisfactory, repeat these steps to adjust the settings until you get the desired outcome.
10. Make sure to save your changes after every adjustment.
Most modern scanners come with their own software and drivers, so these instructions should help you reset your scanner settings. If you are using an older device, however, you may need to use an alternative application. In this case, you will need to refer to that particular program’s instructions to find out how to reset the scanner settings.