Scan files on iPhone without using a bulky scanner

Apple’s smartphone is equipped with a scanner-like function found in the Notes app. You can use it to scan files on iPhone. You don’t need to use any third-party apps like Office Lens or carry a bulky scanner for this purpose. So, if you want to know how to use this feature, read along to find out!

How to scan files on iPhone using the Notes app?

Notes app in iOS allows users to scan files on iPhone and convert them into PDF format readily. So, in just a few simple steps, you can get a solidly scanned document, ready to be shared across multiple devices. Here’s how to do it!

Launch the Notes app on your iPhone. (You can use the app to create a new note directly in the Notes app or ask Siri to start creating one for you). Tap the camera icon at the bottom of the app screen.

Position your document in the camera’s view. Here you can either use the auto-capture option by bringing your document into the viewfinder or use the shutter button to capture the positioned area.

Adjust the corners by dragging, if needed, and tap the Save button visible in the bottom right corner of your iPhone screen. Scan more pages if required.

By default, the options available are Color, Greyscale, Black & White and Photo. Choose the desired option.

Your scanned document will be ready. Tapping the Share button from within the scanned docs will allow you to markup, markup as PDF, print, copy, or share the file. Also, if you would like to rename the file, you can use the Edit option to make the changes or add more pages, change the filter, rotate, and crop the files.