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ExactScan

Q: How do I uninstall ExactScan?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask exactscan`. Homebrew will remove ExactScan and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

Q: How do I update ExactScan to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask exactscan` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Document scanner

For Mac

Official website

Free

CategoryProductivity

PlatformmacOS

InstallationHomebrew

Version26.6Catalog version

PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedAugust 10, 2026

What is ExactScan?

Document scanner

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask exactscan

Official Website

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How to Install ExactScan on Mac

Follow these steps to install ExactScan using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask exactscan
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask exactscan
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm exactscan is installed, then try `exactscan --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch ExactScan
Run `exactscan` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

Simple one-command installation
Well-maintained and regularly updated
Completely free to use

Cons

Requires Homebrew to be installed
macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about ExactScan

How do I install ExactScan on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask exactscan. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run exactscan from Terminal.

Is ExactScan free?

Yes, ExactScan is completely free to use.

How do I uninstall ExactScan?

Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask exactscan. Homebrew will remove ExactScan and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.

What are alternatives to ExactScan?

There are several productivity apps available for macOS. Browse the Productivity category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update ExactScan to the latest version?

Run brew upgrade --cask exactscan in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.

Does ExactScan work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, ExactScan can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.