How to Scan & Save Text Documents

Scanning and saving this document can help you preserve history.

Scanners are useful machines to have in a home or business office. You can use them to scan anything for which you need an electronic copy. When you're shopping for scanners, you have several options: you can buy a simple scanner or a scanner with a printer, copier and fax machine built right in. Another option is a flatbed scanner, which lets you scan pages from books or magazines without having to tear out the pages. This makes scanning documents all the more convenient.

Instructions

1. Place your document on or in your scanner, and press the appropriate button to scan it.

2. Click "Start" and "All Programs." Click on the scanner icon to open the menu for the scanner.

3. Click on the icon for the document if the menu includes this option. If not, click the "Save" option, and choose a destination for the file.

4. Rename the scanned text document.

References

• Using the HP Scanner 3570c Scanjet Software, Photo and Imaging Director
• Office: About Microsoft Office Document Imaging