Scan Manga Yaoi Better [upd]
Join a scanlation group. No, really. Even if you can't translate Japanese, you can clean images, typeset bubbles, or proofread grammar. By becoming part of the solution, you ensure that high-quality yaoi scans continue to exist for yourself and the next generation of fans.
A: Glossy covers reflect light. Lay a piece of matte, non-textured acetate (or a sheet of glass) over the page to keep it flat against the scanner glass. Never let the glossy page tent up. scan manga yaoi better
Save in lossless formats like PNG or TIFF during the editing phase. Convert to JPG only for the final output to minimize compression artifacts. Join a scanlation group
| Feature | Bad Scan (Avoid) | Better Scan (Look for) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Less than 800 pixels | 1200+ pixels | | Text | Arial font, overlapping art | Custom fonts (bold for yelling, script for thoughts) | | Sound FX | Untranslated or covered by ugly squares | Redrawn SFX with tiny English text beside Japanese | | Watermarks | Multiple (site name, translator, editor) | One group logo at the start or end page | | Grayscale | Blocky, muddy blacks | Smooth gradients, pure white backgrounds | By becoming part of the solution, you ensure