Scanning a business card: 7 tips to avoid mistakes

Why errors happen (even with good OCR)

OCR accuracy depends on the photo. A small glare over an email can ruin the most important field.

7 practical tips

1. Soft light: avoid direct glare.
2. Card flat: no curved surface.
3. Frame the full card: don’t cut corners.
4. Avoid wide angle: step back slightly.
5. Clean the lens: seriously.
6. Validate the email: the critical field.
7. Add context: the scan doesn’t remember the meeting.

Quick validation checklist

• Email OK
• Name OK
• Company OK