How to Scan Multiple Pages into One PDF

Creating Multi-Page PDF Scans

Often you need to scan several pages into one document. Here's how.

Using the Document Feeder

If your printer has an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF):

At the Printer

• Stack all pages face-up in the feeder
• Select Scan to Email or Scan to Folder
• Choose PDF as the format
• Press Start
• All pages scan into one PDF automatically

Tips for Document Feeders

• Remove staples and paper clips
• Don't exceed maximum capacity
• Pages should be flat, not folded
• All pages same size works best

Using the Flatbed Scanner

If you must use the glass (flatbed):

At the Printer

• Place first page on glass
• Select Scan and choose PDF
• Scan the page
• When prompted "Scan another page?" select Yes
• Place next page on glass
• Repeat until done
• Select No or Done when finished
• The PDF is created with all pages

From Your Computer

Windows Scan app:

• Open Windows Scan
• Set file type to PDF
• Scan first page
• Click Add page for each additional page
• Save when complete

Using Scanning Software

Many printers have companion software:

HP Smart

• Open HP Smart on your computer
• Select Scan
• Scan first page
• Click Add Page
• Repeat for all pages
• Save as PDF

Other Printer Apps

Canon, Epson, Brother, and others have similar apps with multi-page scanning features.

Combining PDFs After Scanning

If you've already scanned separate files:

Using Online Tools

Websites like smallpdf.com can combine PDFs:

• Upload your PDF files
• Arrange in order
• Download combined PDF

Note: Be cautious with confidential documents on online services.

Using Adobe Acrobat

If you have Adobe Acrobat:

• Open Acrobat
• Tools > Combine Files
• Add your PDFs
• Rearrange as needed
• Combine

Tips for Clean Scans

• Clean the scanner glass
• Align pages properly
• Use consistent settings for all pages
• Check each page scanned correctly

Need Help?

For scanning assistance, contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au or call 1300 521 162.