# FORTE Scan

> Mobile sheet music scanner that syncs with desktop FORTE applications. (iPhone/iPad app by Sebastian Lugert.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forte-scan/id1171020902 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sebastian Lugert](https://appshunter.io/developer/1171020901)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2016-11-09
- Data updated: 2026-07-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forte-scan/id1171020902/reviews.md

## What is FORTE Scan?

-- Please read the text below before installing --
This app only works in combination with the desktop application FORTE Scan* or FORTE Premium*.--


FORTE Scan ideally complements the desktop applications FORTE Scan and FORTE Premium.
It turns your mobile device into a sheet music scanner! Simply take a photo of your score and it will be automatically transfered to the desktop version of FORTE Scan. There you can start the recognition process and export it to MusicXML file or directly into the music notation program FORTE. 


* Both programs are available for Windows only.

## Key features

- Sheet music scanning
- Mobile to desktop transfer
- Score recognition integration
- MusicXML export support
- FORTE notation program integration

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forte-scan/id1171020902/reviews.md

### 1/5 — complicated

*2021-07-02*

complicated and absolutely garbage.

### 1/5 — Bad

*2020-12-20*

It is bad

### 2/5 — Great idea

*2018-09-10*

This would be such a great app!!  It just doesn’t seem to be working.

### 1/5 — Nutzlos

*2018-04-16, version 1.0.2*

Es kann gar nichts von dem was angekündigt ist. Selbst bei bester Qualität kommt Inhalt oder Qualität nicht geeignet.

### 1/5 — Unbenutzbar ohne PC

*2017-12-22, version 1.0.2*

Unbenutzbar ohne PC

## Frequently asked questions about FORTE Scan

### Does FORTE Scan work on its own?

No, FORTE Scan requires the desktop applications FORTE Scan or FORTE Premium to function. It acts as a mobile companion for these Windows-only programs.

### What devices does FORTE Scan support?

FORTE Scan is available for iPhone and iPod touch devices. The companion desktop applications are exclusively for Windows.

### How often is FORTE Scan updated?

The latest version of FORTE Scan is 1.0.2, released on November 11, 2016. Updates are infrequent, with the last update being over several years ago.

### What is the user sentiment for FORTE Scan?

User sentiment appears to be very low, with an average rating of 1.2 stars from 5 ratings. This suggests significant dissatisfaction among its limited user base.

### Can I use FORTE Scan offline?

While you can scan sheet music offline, the transfer and recognition processes require the companion desktop application, which likely needs an internet connection for full functionality.

### Is FORTE Scan suitable for young children?

FORTE Scan has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is generally considered appropriate for children. However, its primary functionality is geared towards adult musicians.

### What file formats can FORTE Scan export?

FORTE Scan facilitates the export of recognized sheet music into MusicXML format via its desktop companion application. It can also export directly into the FORTE music notation program.

### Does FORTE Scan have ads?

No, FORTE Scan does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or ads present.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2016-11-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Improvements and bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2016-11-09

No release notes.

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## More apps by Sebastian Lugert

- [FORTE Score Creator & Composer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forte-score-creator-and-composer/id1298519184)
- [ScanScore Capture](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanscore-capture/id1439654747)
- [ScanScore Scanner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanscore-scanner/id6738876700)

All apps by Sebastian Lugert: https://appshunter.io/developer/1171020901

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