My MacBook doesn't offer my Epson FF-680W scanner as an option, whilst the Epson ScanSmart software can. I want to use the scan instruction from the Apple menu rather than through Epson. Ive restarted both to no avail. The mac is on Sonoma 14.1.1 and Ive updated the Epson software
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 14.1
You might be able to get it with Image Capture application from Apple if the scanner plugs via USB.
You might also find the scanner is available with SANE open source scanner drivers.
Hamrick Vuescan is a popular stand alone application that supports many third party scanners.
Unfortunately many scanners do not follow standard drivers for Apple.
An old official standard which may also work is TWAIN. An option in Photoshop. I would contact Epson support and ask them if they can improve their Mac OS drivers for Sonoma.
I can vouch for the reliability and performance of Vuescan, as I've used it for over 15 years now.
If I use Vuescan does it mean I need to open another App to use the scanner? I can use it now through Epson ScanSmart but really just want to be able to go through the Apple dropdown menu as before... my issue is convenience... Thanks
Mac can't see scanner while epson app can
