macOS Sonoma Scanner Software
Can't Find a Driver for Your Scanner? VueScan is here to help
We reverse engineered over 7400 scanners and included built in drivers in VueScan so you can keep using the scanner you already have.
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Nancy Sears
Hamrick Software is the ONLY resource I have found that supports our 12 year old Epson flatbed scanner. Even Epson can't do this.
Ed Johnson
VueScan is amazing software. Ran my 20 year old scanner when no other software could!
Tomas Larsson
Vuescan is for all practical purposes the best scanning software, have done around 60k scanns since 2016.
Greg Wilson
Brilliant software - as a looooooong time scanner I was never happy with any of the (many) UI and actually threw out a good scanner b/c there was no update for a new OS at the time.
Gil Schneider
I had tons of photos to scan, and after doing some research I decided to go for VueScan. I don't regret my decision. Scanning was a breeze and saved me a lot of time. I'm using a Brother All-in scanner which I bought 3 years ago and whilst its scanning software is not bad it's much slower and has way less options than VueScan. My operation system is Windows 10. I can recommend VueScan without hesitation. It''s worth the money.
Victor C Glanville
Hamrick Software - I have been using VueScan for 10 years on several different computers using 3 scanner models. It really is an excellent product well maintained and exceptional value for money. It has given me a lot of pleasure over the years and helped produce some high quality scans of vintage family photography. I can recommend it to anyone.
Tim Flanigan
I am absolutely in love with this software! My Nikon COOL SCAN V would only work with Windows 98 so it's been our of commission for quite a while. Thanks to VueScan, it back online and working better than ever. It is so efficient and easy to use that I'm looking forward to scanning several thousand slides that have been stored away and unusable. My scanner now works so much better than it did originally that I am incredulous. I purchased the Pro version and it is worth every penny of the reasonable price. WOW! Love it! Thank You Hamrick!!!
Marc Bodewes
In Jan 2003 I bought VueScan for my Epson Perfection 1200. I used it a lot, more functions than the standard driver. Got new computers with new operating systems, forgot about VueScan. I got a new Epson scanner - old one doesn't have Win10 drivers. I remembered VueScan. Found it, downloaded the trial version, and my old EPSON 1200 scanner WORKED again. Wow, a purchase made in 2003, works on a PC with an operating system that doesn't exist in 2003. 17 YEARS later! And that for a very small amount of money. THIS IS SERVICE AND ADDING VALUE TO YOUR CUSTOMER!
Nancy Sears
Hamrick Software is the ONLY resource I have found that supports our 12 year old Epson flatbed scanner. Even Epson can't do this.
Ed Johnson
VueScan is amazing software. Ran my 20 year old scanner when no other software could!
Peter Glusker
It's absurd that I couldn't use my Epson WF-3520 scanner when Mac OS updated, and Epson obviously has no interest in fixing the problem. Works perfectly with VueScan 9.
Kathy Lower
Vuescan Professional saved me from having to buy a new scanner when Mac Catalina no longer supported my current scanner. Much less expensive than buying a new scanner, easy to use and great quality.
Lee Washington
I’m very pleased with the software. It recognized all scanner features and allows me to continue scan to documents after macOS update.
Senta Schuijers
Was going to send my very old HP scanjet to the landfill but thanks to Hamrick Software I won't have to!!! Very sustainable. It works on my Macbook with Catalina OS!!!!
Peter Lucas
Rescued my Canon P-215 from the junk heap. Kept postponing updating my MacBook Air to High Sierra just to keep the Canon driver working. For some reason the driver and proprietary software stopped working today anyway. Thanks to VueScan, I get to use my scanner despite the fact that there's no longer support from Canon. Thank you!
Peter Yurowitz
I have 3 scanners in perfect condition, each no longer supported by their respective manufacturers, and no longer recognized by the latest version of MacOS. It was only after I purchased a new, supported and recognized scanner (big mistake) that I discovered VueScan. The product instantly identified the id, connected scanners, and brought them back to life. The new scanner is now sitting around collecting dust. An absolutely magnificent product. Highly recommended.
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macOS Scan Software - VueScan
If you’ve recently upgraded to a new version of macOS, you may have found that your scanner is no longer working. This is because scanners need to have a driver in order to work with macOS. Most manufacturers only release drivers for the current OS, so when new operating systems come out, the manufacturers don’t update their drivers.
However, there is a solution. VueScan is a piece of software that enables your scanner to work with any operating system. So if you’ve upgraded to a new version of macOS and your scanner is no longer working, simply download VueScan and you’ll be up and scanning in no time.
VueScan is compatible with over 7400 different scanners, so there’s a good chance it will work with yours. And even if your scanner isn’t supported by VueScan, we may be able to help you get it working by using a vendor driver that is provided by the manufacturer
So don’t throw out your old scanner just because it doesn’t work with macOS. Download VueScan today and start scanning again.
macOS Scanner Software Options
When you’re looking for the best scanner software for macOS, there are a few basic options: Image Capture from Apple, scanner software from the manufacturer, free software, and VueScan.
Image Capture is Apple’s tool for scanning on macOS. It’s a simple tool that can do basic scanning tasks like saving documents to a folder, cropping, rotating, etc. But it has limited features and options.
If your scanner has an Image Capture driver, it will work with Image Capture. However, if you want to do anything more than the basics—like scanning multiple pages or saving files in different formats—you’ll need another option.
Scanner manufacturers often provide their own scanning software that usually works well with their scanners. However, this software is often limited in what it can do without a driver from the manufacturer installed on your system.
The problem is that they require a driver from the scanner manufacturer. So even if your operating system is up-to-date and you’ve downloaded the latest version of the software, if your scanner doesn’t have a driver for it yet, you won’t be able to use it with any of these programs.
Why VueScan
VueScan is the answer to the problem of Image Capture, vendor software, and free software. VueScan works on scanners without drivers. We reverse engineer drivers so you can keep using your scanner.
We’ve been listening to our customers for over 24 years and we know what they want. That’s why VueScan is the perfect solution for everyone who wants to scan on macOS.
VueScan solves the problem of Image Capture, vendor software, and free software. It works with every scanner under Windows, Linux and macOS. We reverse engineer drivers so you can keep using your scanner without having to buy new software every time a new model comes out.
VueScan gives you the features you want without the hassle of dealing with driver installation or compatibility issues.
Just download VueScan and start scanning. It’s that easy.
Easier to install: No need to install drivers and software separately. It all works with a single download.
Easier to use: No need to use different software for different scanners. VueScan works with them all!
Advanced features: VueScan has all the most advanced features that get the most out of your scanner.
It’s free to try: You can download VueScan and be scanning in 60 seconds. It’s a single download so there’s no need to find different drivers and software.
So if you’re looking for macOS scanner software, look no further than VueScan. We’ll keep your scanner working on macOS, even when the manufacturer doesn’t. So why not try VueScan today?
How VueScan works
Here’s a quick rundown of how VueScan works:
The first step is to identify the most important scanner models and reverse engineer how the driver works with the original software. We do this by listening to customer requests to see which models we need to prioritize. We also identify which scanners are sold the most and which ones are being searched for the most.
The next step is to use the software the comes with the scanner on an older operating system. We listen to how the software communicates with the scanner and replicate the protocol within our software. This gives us a deep understanding of how the scanner produces images, and allows us to create a VueScan driver that captures all of this information.
We include this driver inside of VueScan. You don’t have to buy a separate license for each scanner driver you want to use (unlike some competitor software), which makes VueScan an extremely cost-effective solution.
Finally, we constantly update our software so that it is compatible with the latest versions of Windows and MacOS. This ensures that you’ll always be able to use VueScan with the latest computers and scanners.
What is the best scanner software on macOS?
VueScan is the best scanner software for macOS, period. VueScan is built for all types of scanning tasks - so you don’t need to use or learn different scanning software depending on what you want to scan. VueScan supports over 7400 different scanners from 42 manufacturers - even scanners that are no longer supported by their manufacturers.
And VueScan doesn’t just work with flatbed scanners - it also works with film and slide scanners, as well as scanning large format documents. VueScan also comes with a driver for your scanner - so you don’t need to install a separate driver. VueScan is easy to use, and has advanced features like batch scanning, auto-crop, color correction, and much more.
There’s no doubt about it – VueScan is the best scanner software for macOS. We work hard to make sure that VueScan works with as many scanners as possible, and we’re always adding new ones. We also reverse engineer the drivers so that you can keep using your scanner, even if there isn’t a driver available from the manufacturer.
Why doesn’t my scanner work on macOS Sonoma
Starting with macOS Catalina (10.15), Apple required all software to be 64-bit. This was a problem for many scanner drivers since they were written in the era when drivers were 32-bit.
Apple also required that all software be ‘notorized’. Since many manufacturers didn’t want to go back and re-notorize their old software, it wasn’t possible to use their drivers.
VueScan works differently. We independently reverse engineer the scanner drivers so that you can keep using your scanner, even if there isn’t a driver available from the manufacturer.
How do I get my mac to recognize my scanner?
With VueScan, all you need to do to recognize your scanner is install and open VueScan. If your scanner is recognized, it will appear on the right hand panel on the screen. If it doesn’t appear, please let us know! We want to fix any problems that appear. You can submit a problem report to us here.
The Universal Scanner Software
VueScan is a scanning application for Windows, macOS, and Linux that replaces your scanner's software. It works with flatbed, document, and film/slide scanners. Trusted by both home users and large organizations, VueScan is the perfect solution for unsupported scanners or those needing more powerful scanning features.
Works with Old Scanners
We have reverse-engineered old scanner drivers so you can use scanners no longer supported by manufacturers or modern operating systems.
Works with New Scanners
VueScan works with the latest drivers and plugins from manufacturers, ensuring compatibility with new scanners on all major operating systems.
Works on All Operating Systems
VueScan works seamlessly on Windows, macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), and Linux. The software is regularly updated to ensure compatibility with the latest OS versions while maintaining support for older systems.
Works on All Types of Media
VueScan works with all types of media including documents, photos, film, and slides. Works on reflective and transmissive media. Scan virtually any physical media with professional quality results.
Film/Slide Scanning
Professional-Quality Film & Slide Scanning
Unlock the full potential of your film and slides with VueScan's advanced scanning tools, delivering high-quality results with ease.
- Scan Any Type of Film or Slide
- VueScan supports 35mm film negatives, slides, Kodachrome, medium format, large format, and more. VueScan gives you the flexibility to scan your negatives and transparencies with precision.
- Restore and Enhance Your Scans
- Automatically remove dust and scratches with Infrared Clean and correct faded colors with intelligent Restore Fading. Scan at high resolutions and high bit depths (48-bit) for maximum detail and preservation of your precious film and slides.
- Advanced Scanning for Maximum Quality
- Improve dynamic range with multi-exposure scanning, reduce noise with multi-pass scanning, achieve accurate colors with IT8 color calibration, and fine-tune your images using VueScan's histogram and RAW scan output for ultimate control.
Photo Scanning
Scan Your Photos the Smart Way
Preserve your precious memories with VueScan's powerful photo scanning tools, designed to make digitizing your photos easy and efficient.
- Auto-Crop and Separate Photos
- Place multiple photos on a flatbed scanner, and VueScan will automatically detect, crop, and separate them—saving you time and effort. Scan photos directly in albums, Polaroids with their distinctive borders, or any type of mounted photos without removing them first.
- Restore and Enhance Faded Photos
- Breathe new life into old photographs with VueScan's built-in color restoration. Faded colors can be corrected automatically, helping your memories look as vibrant as the day they were taken.
- Smart Scanning with Auto Detection
- VueScan can automatically detect photo orientation, ensuring your scans are always upright. Whether using a flatbed or an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), VueScan makes photo scanning effortless.
Document Scanning
Scan Documents with Precision and Ease
Whether you're scanning a single page, a stack of documents, or a collection of receipts, VueScan gives you the tools to get the job done efficiently.
- Versatile Scanning Options
- Scan using flatbed and Automatic Document Feeders (ADF), whether you're working with loose pages, business cards, receipts, or stacks of paper. VueScan supports thousands of scanners, including network-connected models.
- Smart Processing Features
- Improve your scans with automatic deskewing, blank page removal, and cropping for small documents like receipts and business cards. VueScan can even help clean up scanned pages by removing hole punches and flattening colors.
- Powerful OCR & PDF Tools
- Convert scanned documents into searchable and editable text with built-in Optical Character Recognition (OCR). Easily create multipage PDFs, rearrange or delete pages, and save your scans in various formats for maximum flexibility.
AI-Powered Scanning
AI-Powered Scanning for Smarter, Faster Results
VueScan's AI automates the most time-consuming aspects of scanning, so you can get high-quality results in seconds without tedious adjustments.
- Colorize Black & White Images
- Bring old memories to life with AI-powered colorization, transforming black-and-white photos into vibrant, realistic images.
- Auto-Crop
- VueScan can automatically detect and crop your scans, whether you're scanning photos, slides, or documents—no manual adjustments needed.
- Smart Media Type Detection
- No need to configure settings—VueScan can automatically detect what you're scanning, distinguishing between documents, photos, slides, and negatives.
- Automatic Orientation Detection
- VueScan can automatically detect and correct the orientation of your photos, slides, negatives, and documents.
Works on 7400+ scanners
Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux
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Works on Flatbed, Document, and Film/Slide Scanner
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Every day thousands of people download VueScan to fix their old scanner
Now it's your turn to bring your scanner back to life - and keep it out of the landfill