What To Know
- If you want to scan documents directly to a network folder, you can set up a scan shortcut.
- How do I scan a document to a cloud storage service.
- You can scan a document to a cloud storage service by selecting the “Cloud” option in the HP Scan window.
Scanning documents with your HP OfficeJet Pro 6978 is a breeze, but it can be daunting if you’re new to the process. This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from setting up your scanner to saving your scanned files.
Step 1: Connect Your Scanner
Connect your HP OfficeJet Pro 6978 to your computer using the provided USB cable. Once connected, the scanner will automatically be detected by your computer.
Step 2: Install the HP Software
Insert the HP software CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If the CD does not start automatically, browse to the CD-ROM drive in File Explorer and double-click the “Setup” file. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the HP software.
Step 3: Open the HP Software
Once the HP software is installed, click the “Start” menu and select “All Programs.” Find the HP folder and click on it. Then, click on the “HP Scan” icon.
Step 4: Place Your Document
Lift the scanner lid and place your document face down on the scanner glass. Align the document with the corner guides.
Step 5: Choose Your Scan Settings
In the HP Scan window, select the scan settings that you want to use. You can choose the scan type (color, grayscale, or black and white), the resolution (dpi), and the file format (PDF, JPEG, or PNG).
Step 6: Preview and Scan
Click the “Preview” button to see a preview of the scanned document. If you’re satisfied with the preview, click the “Scan” button. The scanner will scan your document and save it to your computer.
Step 7: Save Your Scanned File
By default, scanned files are saved to the “Documents” folder on your computer. You can change the save location by clicking the “Browse” button in the HP Scan window.
Advanced Scanning Options
Scanning Multiple Pages
To scan multiple pages into a single PDF file, place all of the pages in the document feeder. Then, select the “Scan to PDF” option in the HP Scan window.
Scanning to a Network Folder
If you want to scan documents directly to a network folder, you can set up a scan shortcut. In the HP Scan window, click the “File” menu and select “Create Scan Shortcut.” Enter the network folder path and click the “OK” button.
Scanning to Email
You can also scan documents directly to email. In the HP Scan window, click the “Email” button. Enter the email address of the recipient and click the “Send” button.
Troubleshooting
My scanner is not detected by my computer.
- Make sure that the USB cable is securely connected to both your scanner and your computer.
- Try restarting your computer.
- If the problem persists, contact HP support.
I’m getting an error message when I try to scan.
- Check the error message for more information about the problem.
- Try restarting your scanner.
- If the problem persists, contact HP support.
My scanned documents are blurry.
- Make sure that the scanner glass is clean.
- Try increasing the scan resolution.
- If the problem persists, contact HP support.
Common Questions and Answers
Q: Can I scan documents without installing the HP software?
A: Yes, you can scan documents without installing the HP software. However, you will have limited functionality.
Q: Can I scan documents to my smartphone or tablet?
A: Yes, you can scan documents to your smartphone or tablet using the HP Smart app.
Q: How do I scan a document to a cloud storage service?
A: You can scan a document to a cloud storage service by selecting the “Cloud” option in the HP Scan window.
