You can scan an image using Adobe Acrobat by either using a pre-existing file or scanning a new document directly from a connected scanner.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
Scanning Methods in Adobe Acrobat
There are two primary ways to scan an image in Adobe Acrobat, according to the reference:
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Using an existing file: This involves importing a picture of a document or a file that's already been scanned using either a scanner or the Adobe Scan mobile app.
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Scanning a new document: You can connect a physical scanner and directly create a new file from a document using the scanner.
Step-by-Step Process
Here's a table summarizing the steps to scan an image in Adobe Acrobat:
| Step | Description |
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| 1. Access Scan & OCR | Go to the "Tools" center or the right-hand pane in Adobe Acrobat. Then, choose "Scan & OCR". |
| 2. Select a file or Scan | Choose one of the following: Existing file: Choose an existing file to import (such as a scanned image or photo). New scan: If you have a connected scanner, choose the option to start a new scan directly from the scanner. |
| 3. Follow On-Screen Instructions | If you are scanning a new document, follow any prompts that may appear on screen to complete the scan. |
Additional Information
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File Types: Adobe Acrobat can handle various image file types when importing existing scanned files.
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Scanner Compatibility: Ensure your scanner is properly connected and compatible with Adobe Acrobat when scanning a new document directly.
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OCR (Optical Character Recognition): After scanning, you might want to utilize Acrobat’s OCR feature to make the text in the scanned image searchable and editable.
By following these steps, you can effectively scan images using Adobe Acrobat.
