This mode enables you to make copies of the originals with a sharper or softer contrast. To reproduce text or lines with a sharper contrast, use [High] as the setting. To copy originals containing printed photographs or other halftones with a softer contrast, use [Low] as the setting.

• Low

If you make copies of an original containing halftones, such as a printed photograph, the moiré effect (a shimmering, wavy pattern) may occur. However, you can lessen this moiré effect by using [Low] as the setting to produce a clearer copy (image).

• High

This setting enhances the edges of original images so that faint or fine text is reproduced with a sharper contrast. This setting is particularly suited for copying blueprints and faint pencil drawn images.

• For information on the modes which cannot be set in combination with this mode, see "Combination of Functions Chart."

1. Place your originals → press [Options] → [Sharpness].

2. Press [Low] or [High] to adjust the sharpness → press [OK].

To copy text or lines clearly, the setting should be towards [High]. To copy originals containing printed photographs or other halftones, the setting should be towards [Low].

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