How to scan documents on your Android phone or tablet

Scanning documents using your Android phone or tablet has become incredibly convenient with the advancement of mobile technology. Follow these steps to scan your documents:

Install a scanning app: Visit the Google Play Store and search for a scanning app that suits your needs. Some popular options include Adobe Scan, CamScanner, Microsoft Office Lens, and Google Drive.
Download and launch the scanning app: Once you’ve found a suitable scanning app, download and install it on your Android device. Locate the app icon on your home screen or app drawer and tap on it to launch the app.
Grant necessary permissions: When you launch the scanning app for the first time, it may ask for certain permissions to access your device’s camera and storage. Grant the required permissions to allow the app to function properly.
Position the document: Place the document you want to scan on a flat surface with good lighting. Ensure that the document is aligned properly within the camera’s frame.
Capture the document: Tap the scan button within the scanning app to capture an image of the document. Some apps may automatically detect the document and capture the image, while others may require you to manually capture it.
Adjust settings (if necessary): Most scanning apps offer various settings to enhance the scanned document. You can adjust options such as color, contrast, and resolution to ensure optimal scan quality. Experiment with these settings to find the best result.
Review and edit the scan: After capturing the image, the app will display a preview of the scanned document. Review it to ensure the scan is clear and all parts of the document are visible. If needed, you can crop, rotate, or adjust the image within the app to improve the scan’s appearance.
Save and organize the scan: Once you are satisfied with the scan, save it to your device or cloud storage. Scanning apps usually provide options to save the document as a PDF or image file. You can also assign a name or tag to the document for easy organization and retrieval later.
Repeat for multiple pages (if required): If you have multiple pages to scan, you can repeat the scanning process for each page. Some apps even offer features to combine multiple scanned pages into a single document.
Share or export the scanned document: Once you have scanned and saved all the necessary pages, you can share or export the document as required. Scanning apps often provide options to share the document via email, messaging apps, or upload it to cloud storage services.