Hp photosmart 7520 add photo scanning

[leebeard]

Using adf on hp photosmart 7520 to scan 4x6 photos. The jpeg scan always has a white edge on the right side. How can I adjust scanning for a 4x6 without the white edge?

[Kuroi_Kenshi · Accepted solution]

Hi @leebeard,

Welcome to the HP Support Community!

Thanks for reaching out!

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

I understand your HP Photosmart 7520 adding a white edge on the right side when scanning 4x6 photos through the ADF. Let’s go through a few checks.

Understand ADF Limitation

• The ADF is designed for standard paper sizes, not photo sizes.
• Small originals like 4x6 may not align perfectly in the feeder.
• The scanner detects page width automatically.
• Misalignment can cause extra white margins.
• This behavior is normal when using ADF for small media.

Set Custom Scan Size in Software

• Open the HP scanning software on your computer.
• Select Scan.
• Choose Advanced Settings or More Options.
• Set paper size to 4 x 6 inches manually.
• Disable Auto Detect Size if available.

Use Flatbed Instead of ADF (Recommended)

• Open the scanner lid.
• Place the 4x6 photo aligned with the corner guide.
• Close the lid fully.
• Select Photo Scan mode.
• Scan and verify edges are correct.

Adjust Scan Area Manually

• In the scan preview window, select Crop.
• Drag the crop box tightly around the photo.
• Remove excess white area manually.
• Confirm crop selection.
• Complete the scan.

Check ADF Guides

• Load photos centered in the ADF tray.
• Adjust the side guides snugly against the photo.
• Ensure the photo is straight before feeding.
• Avoid mixing different sizes in one batch.
• Test with one photo at a time.

I hope this helps.

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