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How do I change the default format of jpeg to pdf scanning on my Office Jet 6960 Pro 

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Hi @GertRossouw49,

 

Welcome to HP Support Community.

 

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

 

To change the default format from JPEG to PDF for scanning on your HP OfficeJet Pro 6960, follow these steps.

 

Using the Printer Control Panel:

Access the Scan Menu:

  • On the printer's control panel, tap the Scan option.

Select Scan to Computer:

  • Tap on Scan to Computer (or a similar option depending on your model).

Choose Document Type:

  • Select PDF as the document type instead of JPEG.

Save Settings:

  • Look for an option to save or set this as the default format. This could be under a settings or preferences menu.

Using HP Software on Your Computer:

Open HP Printer Assistant:

  • On your computer, open the HP Printer Assistant. This software is installed when you set up your printer.
Raj_05
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Navigate to Scan Settings:

  • Click on Scan and then Manage Scan to Computer.

Set Scan Preferences:

  • In the scanning preferences, look for the option to change the default file format. Select PDF as the default format.

Save Changes:

  • Save your settings to ensure that future scans use PDF as the default format.

Using HP Smart App (if available):

Open HP Smart App:

  • Open the HP Smart app on your smartphone or tablet.

Select Scan:

  • Tap the Scan option on the app.

Adjust Scan Settings:

  • Before scanning, tap on the settings icon or options menu to choose the file format. Select PDF.

Save as Default:

  • Save these settings as default if the app allows you to.

 

By following these steps, you should be able to set PDF as the default format for your scans on the HP OfficeJet Pro 6960.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Take care and have a good day.

 

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HP Support 

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