Purpose

Scanning allows you to scan physical documents and images using a connected scanner or camera. Convert paper documents to text or save them as images for later viewing.

How to Access

1. From the Main Menu, use the Up/Down arrows to find Scanning.
2. Press Enter to open Scanning.

Navigation & Controls

• Up/Down Arrows: Move through menu items.
• Enter: Select an option or activate a button.
• Escape: Go back to the previous screen.
• Spacebar: Read All - have the scanned text read aloud.

Using Scanning

Scanning Menu

When you open Scanning, you'll see:

• Scan to Text: Scan a document and convert it to readable text.
• Scan to Image: Scan a document or photo and save it as an image.
• Open Scanned Document: View previously saved scans.
• Go Back: Return to the Main Menu.

Scan a Document to Text

1. Place your document in the scanner or position it in front of the camera.
2. From the Scanning menu, select Scan to Text and press Enter.
3. If multiple scanners are detected, use the Up/Down arrows to select your scanner and press Enter.
4. Wait while the scanning is in progress. A loading indicator will appear.
5. Once complete, the recognized text will appear on screen.
6. Use the on-screen controls or press Spacebar to have the text read aloud.
7. Select Save and press Enter to save the document.

Scan Multiple Pages to One Document

1. Place your first page in the scanner.
2. From the Scanning menu, select Scan to Text and press Enter.
3. Select your scanner if prompted and wait for the scan to complete.
4. After the first page is scanned, select Scan More Pages and press Enter.
5. Place your next page in the scanner.
6. Wait for the additional page to be scanned.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 for each additional page you want to add.
8. When all pages are scanned, select Save and press Enter to save the complete document.

Scan to Image

1. Place your document or photo in the scanner or in front of the camera.
2. From the Scanning menu, select Scan to Image and press Enter.
3. A live preview will appear showing what will be captured.
4. When ready, select Save and press Enter to save the image.
5. Select Go Back to cancel without saving.

Open a Scanned Document

1. From the Scanning menu, select Open Scanned Document and press Enter.
2. Use the Up/Down arrows to browse your saved scans.
3. Press Enter to open and view the selected document.
4. Use the on-screen controls or press Spacebar to have the text read aloud.
5. Press Escape or select Go Back to return to the file list.

Delete a Scanned Document

1. From the Scanning menu, select Open Scanned Document and press Enter.
2. Use the Up/Down arrows to navigate to the document you want to delete.
3. Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
4. Confirm the deletion when prompted.

Scan Result Navigation Controls

When viewing a scanned document with multiple pages, use these controls:

• << (First Page): Jump to the first page.
• < (Previous Page): Go to the previous page.
• ▶ (Play / Read): Read the current page aloud.
• > (Next Page): Go to the next page.
• >> (Last Page): Jump to the last page.

Tips & Tricks

• Read All: Press Spacebar to have your scanned text read aloud automatically.
• Multi-Page Documents: Use Scan More Pages to add additional pages before saving, creating one complete document.
• Exit Without Saving: If you need to cancel a scan, select Exit Without Saving. You'll be asked to confirm or return to the document.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I have multiple scanners connected?

You'll be shown a list of available scanners. Use the Up/Down arrows to select the one you want to use and press Enter.

Can I scan multiple pages into one document?

Yes, after scanning the first page, select Scan More Pages to add additional pages before saving.

What file formats are saved scans stored as?

Scanned text documents are saved as text files. You can access them from Open Scanned Document.

How do I cancel a scan in progress?

Select Go Back during the scanning process to cancel.