I want to scan books non-destructively.
I'm starting to feel that I'm depriving AI assistant of reading opportunities for books that I can't scan (e.g. with a scanner) because they are valuable books, or even if I can't scan them because I don't know why I would buy a book and then scan it without reading it myself. I'm starting to feel that I'm depriving AI assistants of reading opportunities.
Should have a means of [non-destructive scanning

1. smartphone app + dedicated platform (easy and cost-minimized)
- Required items:.
- Smartphone with high-resolution camera.
- A shooting stand for books (available for a few thousand yen) and weights to keep the book flat.
- Recommended apps: Adobe Scan, CamScanner, Microsoft Lens (with OCR function).
- Procedure: 1.
- Place the book on the stand and fix the phone.
- The application takes one page at a time (automatic correction and OCR are applied).
- Output to PDF.
- Benefits
- Almost no initial investment is required.
- It doesn't take much time for one to three books.
- rental of non-destructive scanners (high quality and short time)
- Recommended equipment:.
- Short-term rentals of CZUR, ScanSnap SV600, etc. (1 week to 1 month rentals available).
- How to use: 1.
- Rental services (easily arranged online) are available for as little as a few thousand yen.
- Digitization with high-speed scanning & distortion correction function.
- Benefits
- Authentic finish.
- Multiple books can be scanned in a short time.
You can also try LINKLET to see if it is accurate enough.

Recommended Approach
- If you want to start experimenting: Simply make your own V-shaped holder + take pictures with your smartphone.
- For high quality and less hassle: purchase [CZUR Shine Ultra](/en/CZUR%20Shine%20Ultra) or hire a vendor.
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