3-2Document Handling3Scanned Area of a DocumentThe shaded area in the illustration below shows the scanned area of a document. Make sure yourdocument's text and graphics are within this area.Setting Up DocumentsFor scanning, place your documents on the platen glass or load them in the ADF. Where you set upyour documents depends on the size and type of documents you want to scan. (See "DocumentRequirements," on p. 3-1.)Placing a Document on the Platen Glass1 Open the platen glass cover.2 Place your document face down on the platen glass.Use the paper size marks on the left side of the platen glass to position a document.• If your document conforms to a standard paper size (e.g., A4 or A5), align the document between theappropriate paper size marks.• If you do not know the size of your document, or if your document does not match any of the paper size marks,align the center of your document with the ➞ mark.MAX. 3 mmMAX. 5.5 mm MAX. 5.5 mmA4MAX. 3 mmScanningdirectionAB
