Simple-Cmd-Scan

This is the developer guide. For a user guide, see README.rst.

Simple-cmd-scan is a command-line utility for scanning documents, offering a straightforward alternative to GUI-based tools. Designed for simplicity and ease of use, it supports a range of features for various scanning needs.

Features

• SANE-Supported Scanners: Compatible with scanners that support the SANE backend.
• Automated Document Feeder (ADF) Support: Scan all documents from the ADF with the -a or --adf option.
• Double-Sided Scanning: Support for double-sided scanning with the -d or --double-sided option, including prompts for flipping the stack.
• Multiple Document Handling: Option to scan multiple documents continuously using -m or --multidoc, with the choice to join or split the output.
• Custom Output Directory: Specify an output directory for scanned documents using -o or --output-dir.
• Find and List Scanners: Easily find and list available scanners using -f or --find-scanners.
• Select Scanner: Choose a specific scanner with -s or --scanner.
• Adjustable Log Level: Control the log verbosity with -l or --loglevel.

Installation

Installation for normal users:

pip install -e.

Dependency installation for development:

pip install -e.[dev]

Usage

Run simple-cmd-scan with the desired options. For example:

simple-cmd-scan --adf --double-sided --multidoc join --output-dir /path/to/save

Developers

bitcreed LLC is your open-source friendly software consulting company sponsoring the development of this tool. https://bitcreed.us

Contributers are most welcome to submit comments and PRs.