Nextimage 7
Introducing Nextimage 7 – The latest version of Contex’s award winning software for large format scanner users
Able to work across all current Contex scanners, the latest version of Nextimage 7 optimises scanned images with a range of editing tools whilst aiding workflow and productivity.
Now supporting scanning at FADGI 3 star* and with X-Rite powered colour management, Nextimage 7 sets the new standard for image quality.
Perfect for construction, planning, and design professionals, it ensures an efficient and seamless scanning experience.
Try all the features and benefits of Nextimage 7 free with a 15-hour free trial period*. Find out more here.
* Your 15-hour trial is based on active use of the software, not on real-world time. This means the timer only runs while you’re actually using the program — you can pause, close, and come back later without losing time. You’ll have a full 15 hours of hands-on use to explore all the features before deciding if you’d like to upgrade.
Nextimage 7
Scanning software optimised for large format scanning
Now supports FADGI 3-star* scanning for superior scanning results
Enhanced X-Rite colour management for accruacy and precsion
Clear, easy-to-use interface and unique tablet app for remote operation
Scan, enhance and save your original in one single process.
Auto-rotate and easily align with the ‘align to measure line’ tool.
Use built-in presets or create custom ones to suit project needs
Choose Nextimage Scan+Archive for enhanced scanning features or Repro with network printer support
Further updated for Autumn 2025, Nextimage 7 is designed for large format scanning by the world leaders in large format scanning technology. Working in perfect harmony with all current Conte scanners, enjoy professional features within an easy to use interface.
Nextimage 7 brings out unseen details and restores even the faintest originals. Scan in vibrant colour in sRGB, Adobe RGB or even full 48-bit with selected scanners. It takes advantage of 64-bit technology to aid workflow and productivity with speed and efficient data handling.
The latest Nextimage 7 also now supports FADGI 3-star compliance, ensuring your scanned images meet the highest digitisation standards for accuracy, quality, and long-term preservation.
Combined with new X-Rite colour management, Nextimage 7 ensures exceptional colour accuracy and consistency. Ideal for digitising historical documents, technical drawings, and artwork, it delivers superior image quality, reliability, and efficiency.
Choose between Scan and Archive or Repro versions. This adds touch-screen compatibility and network printer support. Easily print, copy, and scan with integrated support for 400+ Canon, Epson, OCE and HP printers.
Nextimage 7 Software Features
FADGI 3-star image compliance*
The latest Nextimage 7 supports FADGI 3-star compliance, meeting strict Federal Agencies Digital Guidelines Initiative (FADGI) standards for image accuracy, consistency, and preservation.
This ensures scanned documents, drawings, and artwork maintain superior detail and colour fidelity.
Ideal for archiving, design, and technical industries, FADGI 3-star compliance guarantees high-quality, long-lasting digital records, making Nextimage 7 a trusted solution for precision scanning
Just simply select the built-in preset for FADGI image quality and let your Contex scanner and Nextimage software do the rest for amazing results.
Great colour management from X-Rite
Nextimage 7 includes X-Rite colour management, enhancing colour accuracy and consistency in scanned images.
With ICC profile support, this integration improves colour calibration, ensuring more reliable reproduction of documents, drawings, and artwork.
Whether for technical, creative, or archival use, X-Rite technology provides greater control over colour output, helping users achieve more natural and balanced results in their large format scanning workflows.
Paired with the new FADGI 3-star support, it’s a game changer for large format scanner users looking for the best image quality.
Nextimage 7 Repro - Designed for large format printer users
Nextimage 7 Repro edition is designed for users who require precise scan-to-print workflows and professional output quality.
It adds advanced tools specifically for environments working with large-format printers, including built-in driver support for over 400 printer models from leading manufacturers. A dedicated copy mode simplifies direct scanning and printing, while Close Loop Calibration (CLC) ensures accurate colour consistency between scanned originals and printed results.
With enhanced control over image adjustments and printer settings, Nextimage 7 Repro edition streamlines production and delivers reliable, repeatable scan-to-print performance for demanding professional applications.
For a list of supported printers, please click here.
Go remote!
Free yourself from your computer and utilise the Nextimage Remote App, the handy Android or Apple app that gives you control via your tablet***!
The Nextimage Remote app offers you a completely new way of working. Control your software from a distance, allowing you to be even more productive. Free to download*, access all your key settings, features and presets.
With a handy tablet stand included with all scanner models, turn your Contex scanner into a complete scanning station and enjoy the flexibility to work how you want to.
Compatible with both Scan+Archive and Repro versions of Nextimage 7.
*** Tablet not included. App will not work on Smartphone devices. Feature only available on IQ Quattro X and HD Ultra X scanner models.
Adaptive Thresholding Algorithm
Nextimage comes with a B&W algorithm which combines background cleaning and preservation of grayscales in one mode. Usefull for cleaning up new originals and for low contrast blueprints.
Intelligent Sharpen/Smoothing
The smoothen filter smartly removes pattern noise without blurring the edges in the original. Combine it with the sharpening algorithm to get razor-sharp results with smooth noiseless colours.
ICC Color Management
Nextimage supports ICC/ICM profiles. It can embed ICC profiles in scanned files, whether it is JPG, JPEG 2000 or TIFF, preserving colors when files are loaded into other applications.
Closed Loop Calibration (CLC)
Nextimage 7 Repro comes with built-in closed-loop calibration for managing colours when making copies. Create a media profile which is optimised for the particular media in the printer.
Features may vary by version/edition. Please check the Nextimage datasheet for more information.
Note for existing Nextimage 5 and 6 users – Nextimage 7 requires the purchase of a new licence key – existing Nextimage 5 and 6 licence keys are not compatible with Nextimage 7 and cannot be used to activate or upgrade to Nextimage 7.
Nextimage 7 works across the latest Contex range*
Please note – Nextimage 7 is only compatible with Windows 10/11 Operating Systems. Mac operating systems are currently not supported. Supported Windows Operating Systems are listed here. Please refer to the Nextimage datasheet for recommended computer specifications.
To check if Nextimage 7 supports legacy scanning models, check the release notes for Nextimage 7 here.
Updates to scanner firmware and WIDEsystem may also be required.
Nextimage Software Tour
Please Note – Product model images/videos shown may show/include additional options or features available at additional cost. Please refer to product key features, product specification table, datasheet information and your quotation for specific standard model features and chargeable software upgrades and scanner accessories. E&OE.
Any quoted scanning speeds are based on scanning a document at 200 dpi. Actual performance and speed will vary depending on other factors such as additional scanning settings, type of document, connected device specification and performance, plus operator experience and workflow management. They are therefore indicative only.
* Your 15-hour trial is based on active use of the software, not on real-world time. This means the timer only runs while you’re actually using the program — you can pause, close, and come back later without losing time. You’ll have a full 15 hours of hands-on use to explore all the features before deciding if you’d like to upgrade.
Already using Nextimage 6 and looking to upgrade to Nextimage 7?
We highly recommend users with Nextimage 6 upgrade to Nextimage 7. To do this, you will first need to update your licence key, which is quick and easy to do – click on the link below to see what you need to do next.
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