How do I limit the number of files pulled from the input folder?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete batch processing reference. The Max File/Batch setting on the Batch Options tab lets you limit the number of files to process in each batch. In the wizard it can be found under the Advanced File Input Settings section.
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What scanners does SimpleIndex work with?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete Scanning reference. SimpleIndex will work with both TWAIN and ISIS scanner drivers. TWAIN is more common and works with virtually all scanner models. ISIS is designed for high speed document scanners. Most sheetfed scanners support ISIS. ISIS is much faster and has more features than TWAIN, and is
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How much do Simple Software products cost?

Click here for the latest pricing and online ordering information. You can also purchase full service solutions from one of our Authorized Dealers. Click here for a PDF version of the price list and a feature matrix that shows which features are included in each version. All applications are activated online by entering a serial
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How do I export index data to a database?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete Export reference. There are a variety of ways to connect to your database. Detailed instructions are provided in the Manual (check the Help menu). Here is a brief overview of the steps involved: -Create a job configuration to scan and index files -On the database tab, set the
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On what versions of Windows does SimpleIndex run?

SimpleIndex 12 will run on 64-bit Windows 11 and 10, and Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and 2025. SimpleIndex 11 and 10 will run on Windows 11, 10, 8, Server 2022, Server 2019, Server 2016 and Server 2012 editions. It would not run on Windows ME or NT. SimpleIndex 9.2.50 to 9.0 will run on
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When I click Media Wizard, an error comes up saying “Installer Not detected in C:\Program Files\SimpleIndex\CDFiles\setup.exe” How do I fix this?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete Wizard Mode reference. You must include the latest SimpleIndex Standalone or Imaging Suite installer with your CDs to enable the search function. Download this file to “C:\ProgramFiles\SimpleIndex\CDFiles\setup.exe” to enable the Media Wizard or update it to the latest version.
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What scanners are compatible with SimpleIndex? How do I find a list?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete Scanning reference. SimpleIndex is compatible with any device that has a TWAIN or ISIS driver. This includes virtually all makes and models of scanner, as well as many specialty scanners, digital cameras and other devices. In the few instances when a scanner has a proprietary driver, it can
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Can the original image filename be used as part of the output filename?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete File Output Settings reference. The input filename can be specified automatically by configuring a field of type “Filename”. The input file path may also be parsed by the SimpleIndex dictionary and template matching algorithms to extract data fields from the folder and file names.
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Is there a way to save the images when a batch is canceled?

Please refer to the Wiki Documentation for the complete Batch Processing reference. At certain points a batch will need to be cancelled before it is complete.  In this case you can save the images from the batch, but not the indexes that have been done so far in the batch.  When cancelling the batch (File>End Job or
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How do you configure the Autofill feature?

The Autofill feature of SimpleIndex is an easy way to associate many index fields with one document without retyping data that already exists in another application. Autofill uses a database lookup to retrieve records that match a key value or values entered by the user or extracted with SimpleIndex. Blank index fields are then filled
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Can I prevent users from changing the Job Options?

In certain cases the SimpleIndex users should not have access to the Job Configuration settings, so the options for the Job Configuration cannot be changed.  These Job Settings Wizard options can be locked, so they can only be accessed with the correct password. Instructions Go to the File menu and select Global Settings Wizard Select
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Why are my barcodes not being recognized properly?

Several factors can affect barcode recognition. -Scan in Black & White instead of color. Barcode recognition must convert color to B&W which can decrease quality. -Print barcodes with a laser printer. Dot-matrix barcodes are very difficult to read accurately. -Check your Zone settings. If there are zone coordinates defined for any barcode fields, only barcodes
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