Plustek OpticSlim 1180 is a high-end A3 document scanner designed to scan large format prints such as posters, photographs, albums, genealogical research, newspapers, historical sources, and all types of documents up to 30.48 cm x 43.18 in. cm.The OpticSlim 1180 features four programmable buttons (one-touch buttons) that automate and simplify most common tasks during the scanning process (eg Scanning, OCR, PDF, and E-mail).The software package included with the scanner includes useful tools such as image processing, document management, PDF creation, accurate optical character recognition (OCR), and compatibility with most scanning applications, the universal TWAIN driver.These features make this device a great tool for scanning press clippings, photo albums, maps and historical documents. These features will be especially appreciated by companies and institutions such as: advertising agencies, publishers, libraries, schools, small and medium enterprises (SOHOs), and among those who expect high-quality, high-quality scanning equipment at competitive and attractive prices.Large Format ScanningScanning documents in A3 format and up to 1200 dpi graphics are features that make this product ideal for scanning, among other things. Works of art, newspaper clippings, photographs or historical source documents.Compact designWith its compact and slim design, the OpticSlim 1180 takes up less space on your desk than any other A3 scanner.Easy to useFour programmable buttons allow the user to program their own scan preferences for the most common operations: Scan, E-mail, OCR, PDF. This feature facilitates and automates the entire scanning process.Easy to useFour programmable buttons allow the user to program their own scan preferences for the most common operations: Scan, E-mail, OCR, PDF. This feature facilitates and automates the entire scanning process.Ecological - environmentally friendly and energy saving productThe OpticSlim 1180 complies with ENERGY STAR requirements, thereby contributing to the creation of environmentally friendly and responsible workplaces.SoftwareThe scanner comes with a software package that contains a number of easy-to-use tools including: Image processing, document management, fast and secure conversion to PDFs, thumbnail preview and precision OCR for text processing.