Let’s take a look at how you can connect a local scanner to your computer.
How to Connect a Local Scanner?
For local scanners, you can turn on the scanner and connect it to your computer with a USB cable. A scanner usually works as soon as you plug it into your computer. But, if it does not connect, you can set up the scanner manually. On Windows To install a scanner on windows, you can follow these steps. On Mac To install a scanner on Mac, you can follow these steps:
How to Connect a Network, Bluetooth, or Wireless Scanner?
For wireless scanners, make sure that your scanner is turned on and is connected to the same network as your computer. If the scanner is not showing up automatically, you can set up the scanner manually. On Windows To install a scanner on windows, you can follow these steps. If you have a new wireless scanner and you’ve never connected it to your home network, it’s best to read the user manual. Also, make sure to check the manufacturer’s website. If you have a multifunctioning printer that also has a scanner, the device settings may show the printer’s name only. To use your scanner, you can click on the printer’s name and click on Manage. Then, you can choose your scanner. On Mac To install a scanner on Mac, you can follow these steps: If you cannot see your scanner in the list, you can read the user manual or the manufacturer’s website.
How to Connect My Scanner to an Android/iOS?
Connecting a scanner to a mobile phone depends on the brand and the model. But it is usually connected through Bluetooth settings on your device. Make sure that your scanner is turned on before you proceed to the guide. But, if it does not connect, you can set up the scanner manually. On Android To connect a scanner to an android, you can follow these steps. On iOS To connect a scanner to an iPhone or iPad, you can follow these steps. You can test the scanner by opening the notes app and then scanning a barcode. The barcode will appear on the device.
How to Fix Scanner Not Showing Error?
The device settings may not display your scanner because of driver issues or some related causes. You can try the fixes listed below.
Install Drivers
Outdated drivers can cause your scanner to not show up on your PC. In such cases, you’ll need to install the driver manually. A scanner usually comes with a CD that has its drivers on it. You can install it if you have a CD or DVD drive. But most computers nowadays don’t have one. Also, the drivers on the CDs can be outdated. So, it’s best to go through the manufacturer’s support page and download the drivers for your specific model. This also ensures that you have the latest drivers.
Reinstall the Scanner
If you already have the drivers installed but the scanner won’t show up, you can perform a clean reinstall instead of trying to update it. To reinstall the scanner’s software, you can follow these steps.
Run an SFC Scan
You can be having this issue because of corrupted system files. Running an SFC scan will repair all of it. To run the scan, follow these steps.
