Using printer to scan

Maria Tereza Labajo 0 Reputation points
2026-09-04T07:50:26.5766667+00:00

Can i use the printer I have installed here to scan documents?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
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  1. Thileep Kumar 4,215 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-04T08:24:14.03+00:00

    Hi, are you trying to scan using a printer connected to your computer? Could you confirm the printer make and model?

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    2026-09-04T07:50:41.9033333+00:00

    Yes—if the installed device includes scanner hardware and the scanner function is installed in Windows, it can be used to scan documents.

    In Windows 11, a printer/scanner can be added from:

    1. Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
    2. Select Add a printer or scanner and add the device if it appears.

    If the device is already installed but scanning is not available, remove and re-add it:

    1. Go to Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners.
    2. Select the device and choose Remove device.
    3. Select Add a printer or scanner or Add device to reinstall it.

    If it is a Bluetooth printer or scanner, first make the device discoverable, then add it from Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.

    Windows also supports scanners that are installed with Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) drivers.

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