Getting Started
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3. Finding Scanner Device ID
How to Recognize Device Name Associated to Scanner
Follow the below Simple Procedure:- Disconnect the Scanner
- List All Connected Devices
ls /dev | grep '^s'
- Power On & Connect the Scanner
- List All Connected Devices Again
ls /dev | grep '^s'
Then carefully Find the /dev/sXYZ entry that is Appearing in the Latest List.
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4. Symlinking Scanner
Make the proper Scanner Device Symlink
To create the Scanner Symlink:- For USB Scanners:
sudo su -c "ln -s /dev/sXYZ /dev/usbscanner"
- For SCSI Scanners:
sudo su -c "ln -s /dev/sXYZ /dev/scanner"
- For USB Scanners:
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5. Get Started Scanning
Finally, Launch XSane and Start Scanning :)
From Terminal with:xsane
Or use the Desktop Launcher:
How to Install Printer Drivers for Deepin
So Now I’m truly Happy if My Guide could Help you to Get Started Scanning with XSane on Deepin Linux!
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