How to take a photo of your documents

1. Find a suitable background

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Find a flat, preferably dark surface to place your document on.

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Do not place on a cluttered surface.

2. Prepare your document

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Place your document side up ensuring all 4 edges are within the preview.

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Ensure there is no light glare obscuring any of the text.

3. Capture a clear and readable image

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Ensure that it is in focus and take the photo. Repeat for the other side and/or pages.

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Tap the centre of your viewer to get it in focus if the image is blurry.