How to Scan on a Windows Computer
You can learn how to scan documents or photos from a USB or wirelessly-connected
multifunction printer to a Windows computer by using the steps below.
- Software is required to scan a document. Make sure the latest Full Feature Software
and Drivers for the printer is downloaded and installed. Start by going to Customer
Support Software and Driver Downloads
- Load the item on the scanner glass or in the automatic document feeder (ADF),
depending on your printer type and features.
- Depending on the printer, open Scan (printers released 2011 and later) or
Solution Center (printers released 2010 and earlier).
- Open Solution Center software and follow the on-screen prompts to scan.
- Scan the file and save to the desired destination on the computer.
- In Scan you can change the scan destination folder by clicking on Advanced
Settings or More.
- In Solution Center you can change the scan destination folder by clicking on
Save to File Save Options.