Recommended Videos Set up the scanner You need to set up your all-in-one printer and connect it to your computer, of course. Depending on the model, you might connect via Wi-Fi, USB, or Ethernet.

1. Open the scanner and place the document The first step is to set up your scanner, consulting the manual or online instructions. All scanners are different, but the basic ideas are the same.

Backing up your computer before a scan might sound helpful. After all, you don't want your important documents, videos, photos, etc. to be removed along with the viruses.

Both Windows and macOS offer tools that let you easily scan documents from your printer. So, if you want to avoid downloading extra software, it's best to use these built-in tools on your PC or Mac.