G4050 slides sharpness

With the latest G4050 software on a Windows7 - 32bit PC, when scanning slides, I can choose sharpness (none, low, normal etc.) but the result is always: soft
I had this scanner previously on a Windows2000 pc, and with that older software, there was no problem.
Is this a bug? How can I solve this?

Hi @jaydeecee2 , and welcome to the HP Forums!
I see you are experiencing scan setting issues. I would like to help.
I would recommend installing the most up to date scan drivers:
HP Scanjet G4050 Photo Scanner Full Feature Software and Driver
I would also recommend this document on ScanJet settings:
HP Scanjet G3010, G4010, and G4050 Photo Scanners
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