How do I scan with my HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus?

[WitcherOne]

How do I scan with my HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus?

[A_Gayathri]

Hi @WitcherOne,

Welcome to The HP Support Community.  

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

I understand you are to scan with your HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus e-All-in-One Printer on Windows 11, follow these steps:
 

1. Install the HP Smart App:

• Download and install the HP Smart app from the Microsoft Store if you haven’t already.

2. Set Up the Printer in HP Smart:

• Open the HP Smart app.
• If this is your first time using the app, click on "Set up a new printer" and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your printer to the app.
• If the printer is already set up, it should appear in the HP Smart app. Select it to proceed.

3. Scan Using HP Smart:

• Once your printer is set up in the HP Smart app, click on the “Scan” option.
• Choose “Scan Document” or “Scan Photo” depending on what you’re scanning.
• Place your document or photo on the scanner bed.
• Click “Scan” to start the process.
• After scanning, you can save, email, or print the scanned document/photo as needed.

4. Scan Using Windows Fax and Scan:

• Open “Windows Fax and Scan” by searching for it in the Start menu.
• Click on “New Scan” in the toolbar.
• Select your HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus from the list of available scanners.
• Choose the type of scan you want (e.g., color, black & white) and adjust any settings as needed.
• Click “Preview” to see how the scan will look.
• Click “Scan” to start the scanning process.
• Save the scanned document once it's done.

5. Using the Printer's Control Panel:

• On the printer’s control panel, tap “Scan”.
• Choose “To Computer” or “To Email” or other options based on your preferences.
• Follow the prompts to complete the scan.

Refer to this document: HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus e-All-in-One Printer series - N911 User manual

I hope this helps. 

Take care and have a good day.

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