Text is incorrect or missing, Scanned image shows dotted lines instead of text – HP Deskjet F2235 All-in-One Printer User Manual
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Scanned image shows dotted lines instead of text
Solution: Make a black-and-white copy of the original and then scan the copy.
Cause: If you used the Text image type to scan text that you plan to edit, the
scanner might not recognize color text. The Text image type scans at 300 x 300 dpi,
in black and white.
If you are scanning an original that has graphics or artwork surrounding the text, the
scanner might not recognize the text.
Text is incorrect or missing
Try the following solutions to resolve the issue. Solutions are listed in order, with the most
likely solution first. If the first solution does not solve the problem, continue trying the
remaining solutions until the issue is resolved.
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Solution 1: Make sure that the brightness is set appropriately in the software
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Solution 2: Make sure that the glass and the back of the document lid are clean
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Solution 1: Make sure that the brightness is set appropriately in the software
Solution: Adjust the brightness in the software, and then rescan the original.
To adjust the brightness
1.
In the HP Scanning window, click Lighten/Darken in the Basic menu or the
Tools panel.
2.
Adjust the brightness indicators.
Cause: The brightness was not set correctly in the software.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Make sure that the glass and the back of the document lid are clean
Solution: Turn off the product, unplug the power cord, and use a soft cloth to wipe
the glass and the back of the document lid.
For more information, see:
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Cause: The glass and the back of the document lid were not clean.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Make sure that the scan document settings are set to the correct optical
character recognition (OCR) language
Solution: Select the correct OCR language in the software.
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