Skannitava

Skannitava is a Finnish term that translates to "scannable" or "something that can be scanned." It refers to any object, document, or piece of information that is prepared or designed to be captured by a scanning device, such as a flatbed scanner, a document scanner, or a barcode scanner. The primary purpose of making something skannitava is to digitize it, transforming a physical item into a digital file that can be stored, transmitted, and processed electronically.

Documents are commonly made skannitava by ensuring they are flat, free of creases or tears, and have sufficient contrast between the text or image and the background. For barcodes, skannitava means the barcode is printed clearly with appropriate spacing and size so that a scanner can accurately read the encoded data. In the context of augmented reality or image recognition, a skannable object might be a visual marker or a distinctive image that an application can identify and use to trigger specific digital content or actions. The concept emphasizes the readiness and suitability for digital capture and interpretation.