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Use the scanner
This section describes the HP Scanjet scanner as well as how to scan or copy original
documents.
HP scanning software overview
Your scanner has HP scanning software for both Windows and Macintosh that allows you
to preview and edit your scans in addition to scanning and copying. With the HP scanning
software, you can also customize scan and copy processes to fit the way you work.
NOTE: For Windows, you can assign the Scan (
applications as long as Windows recognizes the application as button-aware.
See also
"Associate a quick start button with non-HP scanning software" on page 5
HP scanning software for Windows
When you install the HP scanning software for Windows, the following icons are added
to your desktop. These icons open programs for scanning, copying, and editing your
scans.
To start a scan, double-click the HP Scanning icon to display the HP Scanning shortcuts
dialog box and follow the onscreen instructions.
NOTE: You can modify scan settings in the HP Scanning shortcuts dialog box. For
more information, click Help in the HP Scanning shortcuts dialog box.
To start a copy, double-click the HP Copy icon and follow the onscreen instructions.
See also
HP Scanning is the program to use for scanning pictures and
documents. Use HP Scanning for all of the following:
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Perform scanning functions
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Access help and troubleshooting information
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Access the HP Scanning preview window to edit your scans before
saving them
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Scan slides and negatives with the transparent materials adapter
(TMA)
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Modify settings and preferences
HP Copy is the program to use for printing copies on a printer.
HP Scanner Tools Utility is the program to use for configuring the
buttons on the scanner control panel and recording maintenance
information.
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Use the scanner
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