How do I change the scanner default settings on my hp9125e?

[buyer21]

My new hp9125e scans everything as if it is a photo - how can I change the default to documents rather than photos, and increase the resolution above 300 dpi so that I don’t have to manually do it each time I scan?

[Raj_05]

Hi @buyer21,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

To change the default scan settings on your HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e All-in-One Printer so that it defaults to documents instead of photos and increases the resolution above 300 dpi, follow these steps.

On the Printer Control Panel:

Access Scan Settings:

• Tap the Home button on the printer display.
• Navigate to the Scan or Setup menu and select Scan Settings.

Set Document as Default:

• Look for an option like Default Scan Settings or Scan Preferences.
• Select File Type or Scan Mode and choose Document as the default mode instead of Photo.

Adjust Resolution:

• Locate the Resolution option and set it to a higher DPI (e.g., 600 DPI or higher as per your preference).

Save Changes:

• After making adjustments, confirm and save the settings.

Using HP Smart App (Windows or Mac):

Open the HP Smart App:

• Download and install the HP Smart app if not already installed.
• Connect your printer to the app.

Go to Scan Settings:

• Click on Scan from the app dashboard.
• In the scanning window, look for Settings or Advanced Settings.

Set Document as Default:

• Under Scan Type or Source, select Document instead of Photo.
• Adjust other preferences like color (e.g., Black & White, Grayscale, etc.).

Increase Resolution:

• Set the Resolution to your desired DPI (e.g., 600 DPI or higher).

Save Preferences:

• Look for an option to Save as Default Settings or Apply Changes to make these settings persistent.

[Raj_05]

Using HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):

Access EWS:

• Open a web browser and type your printer's IP address into the address bar. You can find the IP address on the printer's network settings.

Log in to the EWS:

• Log in as an administrator if prompted (default credentials are often listed in the user manual).

Navigate to Scan Settings:

• Go to the Scan or Digital Filing tab.
• Locate Default Scan Settings.

Set Preferences:

• Change the mode to Document.
• Increase the default resolution.

Save Changes:

• Apply the changes and restart the printer if necessary.

Note:

If none of the above steps work as intended or you face difficulties saving default settings, ensure that your printer firmware and HP Smart app are updated to the latest version.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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