Camera Controller (USB Microscope)

Python tool to preview and capture images from a USB microscope for typeface reference.

Install requirements and run

pip install -r requirements.txt
python main.py

Controls

• SPACE — Capture (saves raw + grid PNG)
• G — Toggle grayscale
• S — Toggle center-square crop
• ESC — Quit

Output

Images are saved to an folder called output.

Notes

• Tested on macOS. Microscope must be connected via USB.
• Tested with a Jiusion USB Microscope found on Amazon. Will recognise all cameras connected to macbook, including built cameras and connected iphones.
• If an iPhone or your Mac's camera appears first, deny that device's camera permission and re-run so the USB microscope is selected.
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