Plustek PS186 Desktop Document Scanner

This scanner does not automatically detect document size. Users need to manually set the document size before scanning. This can be a minor inconvenience when scanning documents of various sizes, such as receipts and business cards, as it requires manual adjustments for each different size.

The Plustek PS186 does not support automatic double-sided scanning. Each side of a document must be scanned separately, which can be time-consuming for double-sided documents like contracts and reports. This lack of duplex scanning reduces efficiency for larger scanning tasks.

The scanner can automatically determine whether to scan a document in color or monochrome based on its content. This feature streamlines the scanning process by eliminating the need to manually switch settings for documents containing both color and black-and-white elements, saving time and effort.

The Plustek PS186 includes a text enhancement function that improves the clarity of scanned text. This is particularly useful for archiving old or low-quality documents where the text may be faint or unclear, making the scanned documents more legible and easier to read.

The scanner automatically corrects skewing and distortion in scanned images. This feature ensures that scans are clean and professional-looking, even if the original document is slightly misaligned. It saves time by eliminating the need for manual adjustments and ensures consistent scan quality.

The Plustek PS186 does not support direct uploading to cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox. Scanned images must be saved to a computer first and then manually uploaded to the cloud. This can be less convenient for users who rely heavily on cloud storage for document management.