Questions answered in this file

Does permission to scan include publication?

No. Agree separately on publication, sharing, sensitive details, and access restrictions with the owner or rights holder.

Should I use an automatic document feeder?

Avoid it for fragile or irreplaceable papers. Choose safe capture methods and seek conservation advice when condition is uncertain.

Why scan envelopes and reverse sides?

They may contain postal marks, annotations, or context linking pages. Inventory the relationship rather than saving disconnected images.

Can I improve contrast on the only copy?

Keep the unaltered capture and create a labeled derivative. Enhancement may erase faint details or change their appearance.

Can originals be discarded after scanning?

Do not treat scanning as permission to discard them. Follow the owner's wishes, legal obligations, and appropriate archival advice.