There is no button on the printer to scan how do I scan documents

[Lorna60]

How do I start a scan when there is no button on the printer for this.  The printer is HP deskjet 2810e

[Dragon-Fur]

@Lorna60 

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Product / Printer Model:  HP DeskJet 2810e All-in-One Printer  

Operating System:  ?

Software / Application:  ?

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Content / File Type:  ?

Job type:  Scan

The printer communicates using simple symbols and lights.

Scan is supported using Applications and / or Software built for the task.

For example, HP Smart is supported on supported versions of Windows, MacOS, and Mobile devices.

In the case of supported versions of Windows, there is a full driver printer software that includes HP Scan.

HP Document - How to Scan

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

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Message Content References

User Guide – HP DeskJet 2800e HP DeskJet 4200e

HP DeskJet 2800, 4200, 4900 Printers - Blinking lights and error codes

HP DeskJet 2800, 4200, 4900 Printers - Color or black ink not printing, other print quality issues

Mobile Printing – Mobile Options for Printers

Start here

Print from your Android, iOS, or Amazon Fire device with the HP Mobile printing app.

Open the section for your printer series > Find your printer and supported applications.

 HP Printers - Mobile Printing Solutions Compatible with HP Printers

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HP Smart (Mobile) >>> Download / Install - How-to - and FAQ

 HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

Read the FAQs

For example: 

What is the HP Smart app and its requirements?

And / or

What if my cloud printer is missing, offline, or unavailable in the HP Smart app?

And / or

Why can't I connect my wireless printer or print over the network?

>>> Terms of Use >>>  HP Smart – formally HP Connected – Services Terms of Use

Reminders -- Initial Connection

• Your Mobile device (tablet, phone) must be on the same network as the printer.
• Location Services and Bluetooth should both be switched ON

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HP Smart - Windows - Application - Details / How-to / FAQ / NOTES

HP Smart is an application that supports print and scan for PDF and Photos / Images.

The app is available in the Microsoft Store

OR (same thing)

Open the Homepage / Support Website for your printer

Category Software & Drivers > Section Install HP Smart app to complete setup and support

Instructions...

>>> How to Use >>> HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

>>> Terms of Use >>>  HP Smart – formally HP Connected – Services Terms of Use

NOTES: 

• Read the Terms of Use document to understand the conditions of using HP Smart products.  For example, in the HP Smart application, find the link in HP Smart > Settings (gear) > About > Click on the link for Terms of Use
• Read FAQ - including - What are the requirements to set up a printer using the HP Smart app?
• If using VPN >>Disconnect from Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection before downloading.
• Turn on Wi-Fi on your computer or mobile device and connect to your network. If the computer is connected to the network with an Ethernet cable, temporarily disconnect the cable and use the Wi-Fi connection during the setup.
• Enable Bluetooth for an HP Smart app setup: Enable Bluetooth on your computer or mobile device so that HP Smart can detect the printer during the setup.  Source: How to scan with an HP printer > FAQ > Why can't I connect my wireless printer or scan over the network?
• HP Smart requires that you sign into the application using your HP Account credentials.
• When working through a Browser to access HP Smart, be sure you have Cookies enabled.  If cookies are enabled and you are having trouble, clear Cache and Cookies.   And / Or … Try a different Browser – assign that Browser as the Default. (Note:  Chrome not working?  Use / Assign a different default Browser.)
• Where possible, HP Smart benefits (likes) having the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software installed.  For example, full driver provides access to Shortcuts and Printing Preferences.
• “Share” to email – Before using Share, add your sender email address to the standard Windows Mail application (not New Outlook).

• Document includes the HP Smart application download links for Windows and Mobile devices, plus an FAQ section to assist with questions / issues.
  •  FAQ examples
    • What are the requirements to use the HP Smart app? (OS version requirements)
    • Which printers are compatible with the HP Smart app?
    • Why do I need to sign in or create an account to use the HP Smart app features?
    • Which languages does the HP Smart app support?
  • Older versions of the HP Smart app no longer support the required login feature.
  • Update the application to the latest version to access / use HP Smart

Help Here:  Unable to download and install the HP Smart printer app

and

Check / Update  >> Every device (computer(s) and / or mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).

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Videos

Technology Tips Video Gallery from our HP Expert greenturtle

 Technology Tips YouTube Video Help for Printers

 How to unbox and setup the HP DeskJet 2800/e, 4200/e, and Ultra 4900/e printer series | HP Support

  HP DeskJet 2855e 2810e 2820e Printer Unbox Setup Connect to wireless network & Print Page

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References / Resources

HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

Learn about your Printer - Solve Problems

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

Open 

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 Enter the device type and model name of your HP product

OR

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