How to Use Your iPhone as a Scanner: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to easily turn your iPhone into a scanner using the Notes app or other powerful scanning applications.
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To turn your iPhone into a scanner, open the Notes app and create a new note or select an existing one. Tap the camera icon and then choose 'Scan Documents.' Position your document within the viewfinder; the app will automatically capture it. You can adjust the corners and save the scan within your note. Alternatively, you can use apps like Adobe Scan or Microsoft Office Lens for additional features.
FAQs & Answers
- What apps can I use to scan documents on my iPhone? You can use the built-in Notes app by tapping the camera icon and selecting 'Scan Documents.' Other popular apps include Adobe Scan and Microsoft Office Lens, which offer additional features and editing options.
- Can I edit scanned documents on my iPhone? Yes, after scanning documents with apps like Adobe Scan or Microsoft Office Lens, you can edit them by adjusting the corners, applying filters, or even adding annotations before saving or sharing.
- Is there a limit to the number of documents I can scan with my iPhone? There is no specific limit to the number of documents you can scan; however, storage capacity on your iPhone may affect how many scans you can save. It's a good practice to regularly back up or clear your old scans.
- How do I save a scanned document on my iPhone? After scanning a document in the Notes app, you can save it directly within the note, or if using other scanning apps, you can choose to save it to your device, cloud storage, or share it via email or messaging.