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How to Turn Off Auto Capture in Doc Scanner

Published in Doc Scanner Settings 3 mins read

To quickly turn off auto-capture in your Doc Scanner, simply click on the auto-capture icon within the application interface. This action will immediately disable the feature, giving you manual control over when the scanner captures a document.

Understanding Auto Capture in Doc Scanner

Many modern document scanner applications, including various Doc Scanner tools, come equipped with an "auto-capture" feature designed to streamline the scanning process. When enabled, this function automatically detects a document within the camera's frame and captures an image without requiring you to manually press a button. While convenient for quick, continuous scanning, it can sometimes be disruptive if you need precise control or are working with complex layouts. It means the scanner will attempt to capture anything you point your camera at, leading to potentially unwanted scans if not managed.

Why You Might Want to Disable Auto Capture

There are several reasons why users choose to turn off auto-capture:

  • Precision Control: You might need to adjust lighting, angle, or placement precisely before capturing.
  • Avoiding Unwanted Scans: Prevents the app from scanning backgrounds or other items unintentionally.
  • Reviewing Before Capture: Allows you to preview the frame and make final adjustments before committing to the scan.
  • Saving Storage: Reduces the number of unnecessary images saved to your device.

Steps to Disable Auto Capture

Disabling auto-capture is a straightforward process in most Doc Scanner applications:

  1. Open the Doc Scanner App: Launch the application on your smartphone or tablet.
  2. Navigate to the Camera/Scan Interface: Access the main scanning screen where your camera view is active.
  3. Locate the Auto-Capture Icon: Look for an icon that typically represents auto-capture. This icon often resembles a camera with an "A" or an auto symbol, or sometimes a hand over a document, indicating manual control. It's usually found along the top or bottom toolbar of the scanning screen.
  4. Tap the Icon: Simply tap or click on this auto-capture icon.
  5. Confirmation (Optional): The icon might change its appearance (e.g., gray out, show a cross-out line) to indicate that auto-capture is now off. Some apps might even show a brief on-screen message like "Auto Capture Disabled."

Once disabled, you will need to manually initiate each scan by tapping the main capture button (often a large circular button) whenever you are ready to take a picture of your document.

Enhancing Your Scanning Experience

Turning off auto-capture gives you greater control, which can be particularly useful when:

  • Scanning multiple pages from a book where you need to adjust page flattening.
  • Capturing receipts on varied backgrounds.
  • Digitizing important documents that require perfect alignment and lighting.

For further assistance or specific instructions related to your Doc Scanner application, you may wish to consult the app's help section or its official support page. Many apps also offer in-app tutorials to guide you through their features.

For more general tips on using document scanners effectively, consider visiting a reputable tech support resource like Doc Scanner Support Guides.