Before talking about technology, it’s important to remember the reality of the digitization operator’s work. Behind every digital image lies patient, often repetitive work that demands constant focus. Day after day, the operator handles various documents—sometimes fragile, sometimes cumbersome—and repeats precise actions: placing a document, checking its alignment, adjusting the framing, restarting a scan in case of error. These tasks, while technical, quickly become exhausting when repeated hundreds of times.
In this context, ergonomics and ease of use play a central role in supporting the operator in their work. Among the features that transform the user experience, real-time preview stands out as a major asset.
Instant control
Placing a document on a book cradle can create uncertainty: is it properly centered? Are the margins correct? Is the framing properly set? Thanks to real-time preview, the user immediately gets an accurate view of the document and its framing. A few adjustments are enough to confirm positioning before launching the scan.
A valuable time saver
Without preview, adjustments often happen afterward, requiring corrections or even starting the whole process over. With real-time preview, checks are done upfront, reducing unnecessary manipulations and streamlining the entire workflow.
Intuitive and accessible use
A clear and visual interface greatly simplifies the digitization experience. Even novice users can quickly understand how to position their documents and verify framing. Preview becomes a visual guide, reducing technical complexity and facilitating adoption.
Ergonomics at the heart of design
In fields such as heritage digitization, ergonomics is not something that can be left to chance. Operators spend long hours manipulating fragile documents using equipment that requires precision and care.
This is why ergonomics is at the core of i2S product design. From the outset, solutions integrate principles such as intuitive interfaces, simplified access to controls, or real-time preview. The goal remains constant: reducing technical constraints to allow users to fully concentrate on their digitization mission.
Real-time preview is therefore not just an added comfort. It is a feature that improves precision, accelerates the process, and makes digitization accessible to everyone. It perfectly illustrates how a human-centred ergonomic approach can transform a technical task into a smooth and controlled experience.
Designed for operator comfort, our production and large-format scanners combine ergonomics and ease of use to ensure a smoother workflow, even during long hours of operation:
• Flexibility: can be used both sitting and standing.
• Ease of use: controls accessible by hand or via foot pedals.
• Optimal visibility: LED lighting for glare-free digitization