How to scan to pdf with usb - tank 580 series

[AnnaLangerman]

How do i scan to pdf - and multiple pages when using the usb printer cable?

I can only manage to do one page and only in jpeg?

I take it the smart app doesn't work if the wifi is down?

[Dragon-Fur · Accepted solution]

@AnnaLangerman 

Welcome to the HP Community --

The printer -- if it does not have an automatic document feeder (ADF) -- can scan one page then another placed on the flatbed.  This place-scan-remove-place-scan-remove method is less than ideal but it should work using "Add Page".

HP Document - How to Scan

 HP Printers - How to Scan (Windows, Mac, Mobile) | HP® Customer Support

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HP Smart presumably works without any means to connect the printer to your network but it's not something I've seen.

If the app does not work without your network, then yes, you'll have to find another means to use the printer.

Sample Specification Document

Product Specifications for the HP Smart Tank 585 All-in-One Printer (1F3Y4A)

Connectivity

Ports	1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device); 1 Bluetooth Low Energy; 1 Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n; 1 Wi-Fi Direct
Wireless capability	Yes, built-in Wi-Fi 2.4G, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth Low Energy
Storage device and direct print support	Wireless Direct Printing

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Consider:

Connect the printer to your device (computer, tablet, phone) using Wi-Fi Direct --

Connect the printer to the device (computer, tablet, phone) without the use of a router. 

User Guide -- Pages 27 and 36

Take a look at other chapters in the user manual to review several "how-to" tips for using the printer.

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If you are running a supported version of Windows, consider installing the Full Driver printer software.

The full driver includes some form of "HP Scan" that can be used to scan more than one page of your document.

Details Page - Driver - For your Printer

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

HP Smart Tank 580-590 EasyStart Printer Setup Software (Internet connection Not required for driver ... 

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

 Note:  Printer Assistant, HP Scan Assistant, and HP Scan are dependent on printer model and supported software options.

Example - Windows - Full Feature Software - Installed

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Next,

There might be two versions of HP Scan -- one version, the original software, might be installed as part of the full driver printer software.  Another version is the HP Universal Scan app -- similar in appearance and function to the original, this version of HP Scan includes additional features.

HP Universal Scan Software

Model and Operating System version Dependent >>

HPUSS adds OCR libraries to installed HP Scan software.

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

Where supported, HPUSS can be installed as standalone or installed after the full feature / full solution printer software.

Open  HP Universal Scan Full Feature Software 

If needful, select 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. 

Example - HP Scan software - original

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General Example - HP Scan - HP Universal Scan

Change your "Save to" shortcut to "PDF"

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References / Resources

HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

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“Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE: Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories: Alerts, Troubleshooting, Ink & Paper, HP Software / Drivers / Firmware Updates , Setup & User Guides, Product Specifications, Account & Registration, Warranty & Repair

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