SilverFast 6.5 allows the user to easily convert documents into PDF files. This makes it easy to save or send documents or images. If a document is saved as a PDF file it uses less space compared to a "normal" file format. PDF files keep the appearance of the originals and preserve all of the information. Textures, drawings, 3D- and colored graphics and especially pictures can be converted into PDF files irrespective of the original format without any changes in appearance. PDF is a widespread standard for a secure and dependable interchange of electronic data, which is acknowledged worldwide and which is compatible with PDF/A, PDF/X and PDF/E.

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SilverFast allows a quick conversion of RAW-Data files in the background. This is done by choosing the images to be converted in the overview of the Virtual Light Table VLT, and dragging them into an Album. The user can decide on his own if and when the conversion of the selected Album should take place.

This new function of the SilverFast Studio versions allows the direct import of images into the Virtual Light Table (VLT). Special tags may be added to the EXIF or IPTC lists. Furthermore, meta tags within the EXIF and IPTC lists are administered at ease. The re-naming of images can be done while unloading them or at another time, via previously saved image files.

SilverFast's AACO is an excellent tool for the correction of dark, high-contrast areas of the image while preserving the details in the highlights. It operates automatically when selected but can also be manually manipulated. The intensity and the complexity of the shadows, which are to be lightened, can be adjusted without affecting the highlights of the image.

SilverFast has successfully established its own IT8 target production. Large manufacturers are using SliverFast's high quality targets for their world-wide production and are very pleased with the quality.

Advantage of LaserSoft Imaging IT8 targets:

1. uniquely developed calibration for digital cameras
2. get ICC profiles and significant better Dynamic Range from your images
3. features focusing aid and greycard on the back for precise whitebalance (essential for calibration process)
4. integrated barcode that can be used to automatically identify related color reference data for the target
5. reference data will be on the same CD or available online (much more comfortable and easier for user)

The support of the JPEG 2000 format enables SilverFast's strongest compression to process such data 3 to 7 times faster than Photoshop. In combination with SilverFast's HiRePP function, even 3GB files may be compressed and re-opened very quickly. It is important to note that Photoshop internally calculates with 15 bit, while SilverFast uses true 16 bit!

The USM dialog and its preview windows may now freely be resized and enlarged. This can be done by click dragging the lower right corner of the window. Now, a better control of the image is achieved before scanning that allows a much larger preview of the final sharpening effects.

PrinTao is the new professional printing function of SilverFast Ai Studio, SilverFast DCPro Studio und SilverFast HDR Studio introducing layout-functionality for images and text. For many workflow requirements using an additional layout-software will not be necessary anymore.

Take advantage of PrinTao: You are able to create your individual layouts with text and images at a high efficiency. The integration of image processing, layout functionality and printing by a single software tool is unique.