04 June 2022, 18:06 | #1 |
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Why does it take so long for scans to be added to HOL?
Since I'm just working on a manual I thought I share why it might take a bit until any scan is added to HOL.
Let's look at the raw material: and at the result: We don't process every scan like that, but hopefully it explains why it sometimes takes quite a while until we get to upload your contributions. |
04 June 2022, 19:21 | #2 |
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I would reject this. A minimum level of quality should be guaranteed.
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04 June 2022, 19:40 | #3 | |
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@TCD As a manual-lover (wth) and hoarder I do appreciate your efforts greatly, but must admit I do prefer the raw look over the post processed one. It just has a bit more character and a whiff of nostalgia |
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04 June 2022, 21:55 | #4 | |
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So much this. It is 2022 and the chance of finding perfect condition items is getting slimmer. If we get a better version we'll replace it of course. I know what you mean It's mainly to make chances higher to OCR the PDF. Rest assured that we can't be arsed to do that to every manual |
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04 June 2022, 22:00 | #5 |
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I would prefer the original to be uploaded immediately and the second to replace it some time later
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04 June 2022, 22:03 | #6 |
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05 June 2022, 06:47 | #7 |
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Is there a flag you could set on the various records to indicate to visitors that a higher quality scan is desired? That might spur contributions.
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05 June 2022, 06:50 | #8 | |
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As a general rule: If you have it, we would like scans of it, but check HOL if you see a good quality scan already (It sounded better in my head ) |
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05 June 2022, 09:13 | #9 |
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I just think that it should be made as easy as possible for the HOL staff. A manual scanned is easy and fast but scanning correctly takes longer.
but better this way than nothing |
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06 June 2022, 19:20 | #12 |
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07 June 2022, 08:05 | #13 | |
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I have done big manuals lately, and i have some even bigger to do. Like Overlord or Reach for the Skies (French language).... Those are 3xx pages ahaha |
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04 March 2023, 14:20 | #14 |
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Thought I share another example:
Before: After: Even if it is work the result is worth it Thanks again to everyone that takes the time to scan things especially manuals |
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Very nice !
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06 April 2023, 21:16 | #16 |
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07 April 2023, 00:36 | #17 |
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I kind of like the original scan best. Maybe just increase the contrast a tad, but not as much as the middle picture.
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07 April 2023, 00:56 | #18 | |
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I have Elvira french protection manual in my list to do |
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07 April 2023, 07:27 | #19 | |
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It seems it was covered with some red transparent foil like the one here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Selens-Colo.../dp/B01MR8WJ01 Edit: Confirmed that he used a red foil to scan the book Last edited by TCD; 07 April 2023 at 10:35. |
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07 April 2023, 09:17 | #20 |
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like the Rocket Ranger codewheel codes it seems
i like both the results, red with improved contrast and black and white skilled work |
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