Readers will learn the fundamental skills needed to select and set up scanning equipment, then use it to capture outstanding scans of their images. Rob Sheppard presents every technique in an easy-to-follow format, with every step fully illustrated. HARDWARE * How a scanner works * Selecting and setting up your scanner * What you need In a computer SCANNING TECHNIQUES * The basics of scanning * Calculating the right resolution * Preparing images * CD scans * Image formats (prints, slides, Negatives, transparencies) IMAGING SOFTWARE Controlling contrast Optimising colour Adjusting brightness and darkness Special digital tools Making selections Compositing images USING AND STORING SCANS Making cards, newsletters, calendars etc Using your scans on the Internet Naming your scans for easy retrieval