SilverFast 8
SilverFast 8 is a professional image scanning and processing software from LaserSoft Imaging, widely used by photographers, archivists, professionals, and scanning enthusiasts. It provides advanced control over scanner hardware during the capture process, including colour correction, resolution optimization, tone mapping, and batch processing of multiple scans. SilverFast is designed to work with flatbed, film, and drum scanners from major manufacturers including Epson, Canon, Nikon and others, and serves as a more powerful alternative to bundled scanner drivers, especially for users who need fine-grained control over scan parameters.
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1 suggestionSilverFast 8 now supports both Intel and Apple Silicon processors natively according to the vendor's official system requirements documentation as of late 2025. If you are running an older version of SilverFast 8 under Rosetta 2, updating to the latest release will give you the native Apple Silicon build, with corresponding improvements in performance and battery life during scanning and processing tasks. Visit silverfast.com to download the latest version, or if SilverFast is currently installed, check Help or the menu for an update option. The native build ensures the app will continue to function properly when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028).
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