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How can I scan a text document and have the printer/scanner convert the text to digital format that I can use in other application?
🇺🇸 Doug Mawbey asks How can I scan a text document and have the printer/scanner convert the text to digital format that I can use in other application?
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How do I scan a text document and convert it to a digital format (OCR) for use in other applications?
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To scan a document and convert it to editable text (OCR) using the Epson XP-7100, you should use the Epson Scan 2 software on your computer. Follow these steps:
Place your original document on the scanner glass or in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).
Open Epson Scan 2 on your computer.
Select your scanner and settings as needed.
In the Image Format menu, select Searchable PDF or a similar text-based format. Note: You may need to install the Epson Scan 2 OCR Component from the Epson support website if this option is not visible.
Click Scan.
Alternatively, you can use the Epson Event Manager software to configure the Scan to PC (WSD) or Scan to PDF functions to automatically open the file in a text-processing application. If you are using a Mac, you can also use Epson ScanSmart to scan and then select the option to save as a Word, Excel, or searchable PDF file.
How can I scan a text document and have the printer/scanner convert the text to digital format that I can use in other application?
How do I scan a text document and convert it to a digital format (OCR) for use in other applications?
To scan a document and convert it to editable text (OCR) using the Epson XP-7100, you should use the Epson Scan 2 software on your computer. Follow these steps:
Alternatively, you can use the Epson Event Manager software to configure the Scan to PC (WSD) or Scan to PDF functions to automatically open the file in a text-processing application. If you are using a Mac, you can also use Epson ScanSmart to scan and then select the option to save as a Word, Excel, or searchable PDF file.
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