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ScanTailor Advanced
The industry-standard for professional book digitization. Get the stable 2026 build, featuring 3D dewarping, multi-threading, and native Windows 11 optimization.
Official Binaries & Source
Select the verified build for your specific environment and hardware architecture.
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Windows (64-bit)
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Stable v1.1.1 (vigri) | Portable ZIP | ● Active Build | Download ZIP |
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macOS (Universal)
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M1/M2/M3 & Intel Support | Homebrew | ● Supported | Installation Guide |
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Linux
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Ubuntu/AUR/Source | Source / AUR | ● Active Development | Build Instructions |
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Source Code
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Full Project (C++/Qt6) | ZIP / TAR | GPL v3.0 | Download Source |
🛡️ Security Integrity Checksum (SHA-256)
To verify your download on Windows, open PowerShell and run:
Get-FileHash .\ScanTailor-Advanced-1.1.1x64.zip -Algorithm SHA256
Universal Platform Support
ScanTailor Advanced is a cross-platform C++/Qt application. For non-Windows environments, follow these verified community-maintained procedures.
macOS Installation
The vigri branch is optimized for macOS including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3). The most efficient installation method is using Homebrew to manage core dependencies like Qt6 and LibTIFF.
brew tap yb85/homebrew-tap
brew install –HEAD scantailor-advanced
If you encounter “developer cannot be verified”, bypass via System Settings > Privacy & Security after the first launch attempt.
Linux Build Instructions
For the latest features and bug fixes, compiling from the source is the recommended path for Debian/Ubuntu and Arch users.
- Arch Linux: Available via AUR as
scantailor-advanced-git. - Ubuntu/Debian: Build from source using CMake and Qt6-base-dev.
git clone https://github.com/vigri/scantailor-advanced.git
cd scantailor-advanced
mkdir build && cd build
cmake .. && make -j$(nproc)
Essential Requirements for Windows
Since the Windows version is a portable ZIP, it does not automatically install system libraries. If the application fails to start or shows a DLL error, you must install the following Microsoft components.
MS Visual C++ Redistributable
ScanTailor Advanced requires the Visual C++ 2015-2022 (x64) runtime to handle advanced image processing instructions.
Download Official Fix (.exe)🛠️ Quick Fix Checklist
Install the VC++ Redistributable linked on the left.
Use 7-Zip or WinRAR; avoid long file paths (move to C:\ScanTailor).
Update your Intel/NVIDIA/AMD graphics drivers for Qt6 acceleration.
Release Changelog
Technical breakdown of the latest improvements in the vigri branch.
Looking for the original 2014 version? We recommend staying with the Advanced branch for modern hardware compatibility. Legacy builds are available on our Archive Page.
Ready to Start?
Follow this streamlined workflow to process your first digitized book in minutes.
Extract & Initialize
Unzip the downloaded win64.zip archive to a dedicated folder (e.g., C:\ScanTailor\). Locate scantailor.exe and double-click to launch. No complex installation or registry entries required.
New Project
Click “New Project” and select your raw scans (JPG/TIFF). Specify an output directory. The software will automatically detect image DPI—ensure it’s set correctly for accurate 3D dewarping results.
The 6-Step Pipeline
Follow the sidebar from Fix Orientation to Output. Use the “Apply to All” feature to batch process pages. Finally, export your perfectly binarized images ready for high-accuracy OCR.
New to ScanTailor? Read our Full Interactive Documentation →
Technical Specifications
Why the “Advanced” Branch?
Unlike the legacy ScanTailor (discontinued in 2014), the vigri branch is actively maintained to support modern computing standards.
Secure Processing
No cloud. No tracking. No data collection.
Your Data Never Leaves Your PC
✔ Fully Offline
ScanTailor Advanced functions 100% offline. It does not require an internet connection to process, dewarp, or export your documents.
✔ No Telemetry
Unlike many proprietary tools, we do not collect usage statistics, user behavior, or file metadata. Your privacy is hard-coded.
✔ GPL v3.0 License
The open-source nature means the source code is public. Anyone can audit the build to verify its safety and integrity.
✔ Secure Binaries
Files are compiled via transparent GitHub Actions. This prevents localized malware injection during the build process.
Hardware Compatibility
ScanTailor Advanced is hardware-agnostic. Since it processes image files (TIFF, JPEG, PNG) rather than controlling the scanner directly via TWAIN/WIA, it is compatible with every scanner on the market.
Optimal Input Sources:
- ✔ Overhead Book Scanners: (C czur, Fujitsu SV600) – Best for 3D dewarping.
- ✔ Flatbed Scanners: (Epson Perfection Series) – Ideal for photos and flat documents.
- ✔ Digital SLR/Mirrorless: High-speed RAW captures converted to TIFF.
Scanning Specs for ScanTailor
To get the most out of the vigri algorithms, configure your scanner software with these settings before importing:
Built for Every Digitization Need
Whether you are a professional archivist or a hobbyist digitizing your personal library, ScanTailor Advanced scales to your workflow.
Academic & Archival
Ideal for libraries and researchers digitizing rare books or historical documents. ScanTailor preserves the integrity of the text while removing non-essential shadows and scan-bed noise.
E-Book Creation
Turn physical collections into clean PDFs. Use the “Binarization” mode to create high-contrast black and white pages that look identical to modern digital editions.
Comics & Periodicals
Handles complex layouts with multiple image zones. Protect your illustrations while cleaning up the surrounding text, making it perfect for manga or graphic novels.
Technical Resources & FAQ
Expert guidance on ScanTailor Advanced deployment, hardware optimization, and workflow integration.
Why does Windows flag the ZIP as “untrusted”?
As an open-source project, ScanTailor Advanced binaries are community-built and do not carry expensive commercial EV certificates. Windows SmartScreen may trigger a warning for unsigned executables. Verification: Compare the SHA-256 hash of your download with the official hub. To run, click “More Info” then “Run Anyway.”
What are the recommended hardware specs for 2026?
ScanTailor Advanced is highly parallelized. For processing high-resolution (600 DPI) book scans:
- CPU: Multi-core processor (Ryzen 7 / Core i7+) for faster batch export.
- RAM: 16GB RAM recommended to prevent swap-file lag during 3D dewarping.
- Storage: SSD is preferred for handling large TIFF temporary files.
How does it improve OCR accuracy?
ScanTailor Advanced is not an OCR engine itself; it is the pre-processing gold standard. By performing deskewing, binarization, and flattening page curls, it provides a “clean” image to Tesseract, ABBYY FineReader, or Adobe Acrobat, typically increasing recognition rates from 70% to 98%+.
Fixing “VCRUNTIME140.dll” or “MSVCP140.dll” errors?
These errors occur when the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable runtime is missing. Since our Windows version is a portable ZIP, it cannot install these for you. Download and install the Visual Studio 2015-2022 x64 Redistributable from Microsoft to resolve this immediately.
Does it support 4K/5K High-DPI monitors?
Yes. The vigri branch has been fully ported to Qt6. Unlike legacy versions that appear blurry or tiny on modern displays, this build supports native Windows and macOS interface scaling, ensuring sharp text and accurate pixel-level alignment previews.
Why is there no .exe installer for Windows?
We distribute the Windows version as a Portable ZIP to give users full control. It doesn’t write to the Windows Registry or leave “junk” files behind. Simply extract to C:\ScanTailor\ and run; it’s ideal for professional environments where admin rights are restricted.
More than just Code
ScanTailor Advanced is a living project. Its power comes from thousands of users and developers who believe in preserving human knowledge through perfect digitization. Join us in making it even better.
For Developers
Want to contribute to the vigri branch? We welcome Pull Requests for algorithm optimizations, UI localizations, and Qt6 refinements.
- ⚡ Fork the master repository
- ⚡ Improve dewarping meshes
- ⚡ Optimize C++ multi-threading
Ready to Transform Your Scans?
Join thousands of archivists and researchers. Download the 2026 vigri branch now and experience precision dewarping.
Latest Stable Release: v1.1.1 | 64-bit Optimized