Can I scan from the printer to my computer?

[etti1]

How to I scan from my printer to my computer?

[Dragon-Fur]

@etti1 

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The answer is Yes "IF: Setup meets the necessary requirements and setup,

• Run a supported Windows Operating System / version
• Install the Full Feature Software
• Open Printer Assistant Shortcut > Scan > Manage Scan to Computer > Enable the feature

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Printer - Printer Software - Windows

HP Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software - supports printing and scanning from the web, printing in in other software and programs (for example, Word), and provides access to the full range of Printing Preferences / Shortcuts.  The full driver generally adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop: Printer Assistant and HP Scan.

NOTES

• HP Scan is not installed if the printer does not support Scan
• If the printer model includes built-in Fax hardware, the software supports the setup and use of the Fax driver. No Sign-in required.

Basics - Printer Software

Note: Skip part(s) that are not relevant to your situation.

Uninstall the full driver printer software from Programs and Features

Restart computer and Sign in

Install a new copy of the Full Feature Software

Restart computer and Sign in

Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software

Details Web Page - Driver - For your Printer

>>> Full Feature Software - Web Pack Installation Package - Information - Download / Save / Install <<<

HP Easy Start Printer Setup Software – Offline Use Only 

After the software is installed, Restart the computer and sign in.

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Printer Assistant - Manage Scan to Computer

The installation of the full driver generally adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop.

NOTE > HP Scan is not installed if the printer does not support Scan.

Printer Assistant 

HP Scan

When needed / wanted, enable "Scan to Computer" using the Printer Assistant

Open the Printer Assistant > Tab Scan > Manage Scan to Computer > Enable

Example - Full Feature Software - Installed - Programs and Features

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Next,

Optional – Supported for your printer

HP Universal Scan Software –

NOTE:  Model and Operating System version Dependent

 HP Universal Scan Full Feature Software adds OCR libraries to installed HP Scan software. 

HPUSS installs a new, full featured, (and separate) HP Scan software shortcut to the Desktop.

Note:  HPUSS can be installed as standalone or installed after the full feature printer software.

Reference: Open  HP Universal Scan Full Feature Software  > If needful, Choose a different OS > Open all > Find / Download / Save / Install HP Universal Scan – Full Feature Software and Driver Webpack.

After the software is installed, Restart the computer and sign in. 

HP Universal Scan Software provides a larger GUI to make using the software easier on high-resolution screens.   New features have been added to the main menu to help with navigating the settings.

Reference

 HP printers - Scan as Editable Text (OCR) with HP Scan (Windows)

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References / Resources

HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

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