Scans can produce character, number and table errors during text recognition. Assess sample pages, legibility and layout expectations before pricing. OCR assists the process but does not replace checking the source image.
Inspect the format before promising deliverables
Source files affect translation and layout work. Provide editable originals and samples showing complex tables, images or structure. Identify editable text and protected content, then agree delivery formats. Content checking and format checking must work together. If an object cannot be edited, agree an annotation or alternative format with the client.
Preparation checklist
- Original file and relevant format or software.
- Translatable and protected components.
- Editable, viewing or publication deliverables.
- Structure, layout and content checks.

Illustrative scenario
A decimal point disappears from a specification column. The reviewer compares important values with the scan and flags unreadable content for clarification.
Frequently asked question
Can the original layout always be reproduced exactly?
This is assessed from the files. Language expansion, fonts and non-editable objects may require a different approach.
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