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How can I increase the size of the document before printing it?

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When you start the scanner wizard, or whatever you choose to use, you will notice the resolution set to a number (ie: 300pixel/inch). Increase that for a better resolution and size. Keep in mind that this will also increase the scanning time.

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How can I send a document via email after scanning it?

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Once you have scanned the document and saved it to your computer, open up a blank email and use the attachment icon to attach the document file to the email.

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How do I get a document on my computer without a scanner?

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If you have a smartphone you can download the Genius Scan app. It allows you take a picture of a piece of paper and then it converts it to a .jpg that looks like a scan. From there you can send it to your computer through email or dropbox.

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Does the printer need ink in order for the scanner to scan?

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No, it does not, but some printers will show error message that could prevent the scanner programs from working.

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How do I transfer scans to a photo book?

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You could either print the scans out and put them in a book yourself, or you could order a book from a service like Shutterfly. You can upload your photos to their website and then have them print a book for you.

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What do I do if my emailed scanned document is too large to be received?

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You can use services such as Firefox Send or WeTransfer to get a link that you can then email to them. They will then need to click the link and download the file.

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How do I scan multiple pages into one PDF?

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Ensure there's a check in the "Combine into single document" checkbox beneath the Format drop-down menu. Load each page and press "Scan" for each page before exiting the scanner menu. The scans become pages 1, 2, 3, etc. in the resultant PDF document.

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