Best Practices for Scanning Old Photos Before Photo Rewind

Getting the best results from photo rewind technology starts with proper scanning. Learn the optimal techniques to digitize your old photos before restoration.

Essential Scanning Equipment

For best photo rewind results, you'll need:

• High-resolution flatbed scanner (600 DPI minimum)
• Clean, lint-free cloth
• Soft brush for dust removal
• Scanner calibration target (optional but recommended)

Step-by-Step Scanning Process

1. Clean your scanner glass thoroughly to avoid dust spots
2. Handle photos carefully by the edges to avoid fingerprints
3. Scan at 600 DPI or higher for photo rewind processing
4. Use TIFF format for maximum quality preservation
5. Scan in color even for black and white photos

Optimizing for Photo Rewind AI

Our photo rewind algorithms work best with high-quality scans. Here's how to optimize:

• Ensure even lighting across the entire photo
• Avoid over-sharpening during scanning
• Capture the full dynamic range of the original
• Save multiple versions if unsure about settings