subject: How to Scan a Document on an All-in-One Printer [print this page] A scanning process is a kind of process to covert your hard-copy document into the electronic information so you can modify anytime needed. In fact, the process of scanning commonly uses a scanner but you can use all-in-one printer since it has multifunction so you can take benefits from it. To know more about the process of scanning, it is important for you to follow some instructions below so you will understand what kind of thing you have to do.
1. The first step you need to consider is to turn on your computer and printer. In this case, it is also important for you to check the connection between of them so you will be sure that those can do the functions very well.
2. The second step you must do is to lift the document lid which is at the printer. After that, you must examine the surface and the underside to make you sure that it is free from fingerprints and dust so you can use it very well and the process of scanning will give the best results.
3. Next, you have to place the document into the scan face-down on the glass. To help you in squaring up the object, you can consider the use of alignment markers.
4. After placing your document, you can close the lid slowly so you can keep the position of your documents very well.
5. The next step you have to know is to choose the right scan resolution for your needs. If you would like to get detailed image which is great for you, it is better for you to choose the higher the dpi (dots per inch) count.
6. Then, you have to push the scan button. In fact, the button you must push can be at your printer or your computer.
