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Not that kind of printer -
The printer lacks a full service touchscreen Printer Control Panel.
What you can do at the panel is limited. See the user manual.
Scanning is supported using software or applications installed on your supported devices (computer, tablet, phone)
Open
User Guide – HP DeskJet 2800e HP DeskJet 4200e
Pages 1-6
and
Chapter 5 - Copy, Scan, and Mobile Fax - Starting on Page 21
Options from a supported version of Windows computer include and might not be limited to:
- Full Driver printer software, available for installation - Supports printing, scanning, and other software programs
- HP Smart - Supports printing, scanning, and -- with HP+ enabled -- premium scan / print / save features
- Windows Scan - Microsoft standard scanning
- Windows Fax and Scan - another Microsoft classic program, included with supported versions of Windows
- WebScan / Web Scan - scanning from a supported Browser and your networked printer. No additional software.
Ask if you wish to see examples or details on the options.
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