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How to Convert Microfilm to Digital Images

Content stored on microfilm is difficult to handle and process when compared to more technologically advanced methods of media storage. If you have material on microfilm that you'd like to be able to store and access more easily, you'll need a very expensive scanner to do the job properly yourself. Alternatively, you can choose from a variety of companies that will convert your microfilm to digital format for you professionally.

Instructions

Digital Film Solutions
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  Navigate to digitalfilmsolutions.com and click on "Solutions."
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  Select "Microfilm scanning" from the menu presented.
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  Read through a description of the conversion process and click on the link or call the number provided to ask for a quote.
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  Send your microfilm to Digital Film Solutions. The company will convert it and return it to you along with a CD-ROM containing the contents of your film in the digital format of your choice.
Generation Imaging
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  Go to generationimaging.com and click on "Microfilm scanning."
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  Read through the description of the service the company provides to see if it's right for you.
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  Call or email one of the contacts listed to the left of the screen to get a quote.
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  Send your microfilm to be converted. Generation Imaging will return it to you in the agreed format.
Scan It Today
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  Visit scanittoday.com and click on "Microfilm scanning" to the left of the screen.
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  Read through a description of the service on offer and call the free phone number for a quote.
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  Send your microfilm off to Scan It Today and wait for it to be returned in digital format.

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