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‎01-04-2026 08:46 PM

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Hi:

I have both, an HP M477 laser printer, scanner, copier,  and an HP 7155 inkjet printer, scanner, copier.

 

I unusually control these printers via the HP app on my Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max.

 

I want to scan personal documents and save them as PDF (or other editable) files.

 

Which printer is going to generate the better PDF file ?   The 477 or the 7155 ?

 

Or, is this determined by the HP app installed on the iPhone ?

 

Is PDF the best file version to save to, for editing the files later, offline, … or, should I be saving to a different file type ?  
I am trying to keep things simple. 

 

Thank you !

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‎01-07-2026 06:52 AM

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Hi @DaleBr,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

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

When it comes to scanning personal documents and saving them as PDF or other editable files, both the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M477 and the HP ENVY Photo 7155 have their strengths. However, the quality and features are generally determined by the specific capabilities of the printers and the HP app, rather than the phone itself.
 

Comparison:

HP LaserJet Pro MFP M477: As a laser printer, it may offer faster scanning speeds. It is generally more suited for heavy-duty printing and scanning tasks, which can result in sharper text documents.


HP ENVY Photo 7155: An inkjet printer like the 7155 might offer superior color reproduction, making it a better choice if you're scanning documents with graphics or colorful elements.


HP App Features:

The HP app on your iPhone offers advanced scanning features such as:
 

  • Convert to Text: Allows saving files as searchable PDFs or editable text files, such as Word documents.
     
  • Advanced Automation: Includes features like automatic edge detection and scan enhancements for better quality.


    I hope this helps.

 

Take care and have an amazing day!
 

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