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HP
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How to scan with an HP printer
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How to use HP Printer without HP Smart App to Scan Documents / SOLUTION FREEWARE NAPS2
Thank you so much for this post. HP just discontinued the basic scan functionality unless I create an account and log in, so that my documents can pass through their own computers. Fuck that shit. More on reddit.com
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April 16, 2022
Scanner software that works with HP, Brother, and Canon
Our users are pretty spaced out and in awkward locations so we have a lot of desktop MFPs like the HP OfficeJet XXXX, Brother MFC-XXXX, and a variety of others. Each model comes with its own twist on the scanning software which is making it a pain to support. More on community.spiceworks.com
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January 5, 2024
A printing software that doesn't let me scan with my printer unless I create an account
This has been posted several times before. Just uninstall HP Smart and use your printer/scanner locally. You (more than likely inadvertently) installed their cloud software crapware. More on reddit.com
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December 6, 2020
HP Scan Software doesn't install on Windows 10
I downloaded the latest full software package installer from the HP website. I ran the installer and it installed the printer and I can print to it fine. It also installs the I.R.I.S. OCR software fine. Before it used to automatically create a shortcut for the HP Scan software on the desktop. ... More on community.spiceworks.com
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HP Support Community
h30434.www3.hp.com › t5 › Printers-Archive-Read-Only › Where-can-I-download-Scanning-software-for-this-printer › td-p › 7509268
Where can I download Scanning software for this printer? - HP Support Community - 7509268
March 18, 2020 - Can you download and install the FULL featured printer software from HP for your operating system: https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-deskjet-2540-all-in-one-printer-series/5295960 Once you have downloaded and installed the FULL feature software, you will be able to print and scan.
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Microsoft Store
apps.microsoft.com › detail › 9wzdncrfhwlh
HP Smart - Free download and install on Windows | Microsoft Store
3 weeks ago - Print, scan, and share files by using HP Smart with your HP Printer. HP Smart makes it easy to get started and keeps you going with features like Print Anywhere or Mobile Fax! NOTE: Disconnect from a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection ...
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HP
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HP Smart
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App Store
apps.apple.com › us › app › hp-print-and-support › id1474276998
HP: Print and Support App - App Store
HP Smart is now HP app! We redesigned the app for a simpler, more convenient experience. You can still print and scan from your HP printer, but we added more features with personalized recommendations to enhance your experience.
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HP
support.hp.com › us-en › drivers › printers
Official HP® Printer Drivers and Software Download
Download the latest drivers, software, firmware, and diagnostics for your HP products from the official HP Support website.
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Hamrick
hamrick.com › all scanner drivers › hp scanner drivers
HP Scanner Software | VueScan Scanner Software
November 17, 2025 - So, why not give VueScan a try today and see what it can do for you? If you’d like to try the HP Scan Utility first, you can download that here. Yes, the HP scanner app (and the HP Printer Scanner Software) is called HP Scan and Capture.
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Reddit
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r/printers on Reddit: How to use HP Printer without HP Smart App to Scan Documents / SOLUTION FREEWARE NAPS2
April 16, 2022 -

I just bought a brand new HP Smart and was only able to user the scanner if I do the following:
# Install HP Smart (which I hate since it is always buggy as hell and whenever they have a new update it is pushed on your computer whether you want it or not)
# Create an HP account (required only to use the fucking app the force upon you)
# Provide personal details including mobile phone number
# Register my printer with HP
# And each time I login HP Smart now asks me to to a fucking verification as a human and select fucking rabbits, sharks or other icons - it is fucking annoying and its a waste of time
>> Then I would have to do the same thing for each of my colleague and whenever one leaves it would create a mess

So me being furious as hell tried to return the printer since this fucking HP Smart app was the reason for me in the first place to get rid of the old printer but the HP licensed vendor refused.

I then spent about 5 hours crawling through endless online forums and posts trying to find an easy workaround but did not find anything that worked easily.

HP support staff was not available, I spent endless time talking to a fucking chatbot.

MY SOLUTION:

# DONT BUY HP AN HP PRINTER since those fuckers don't want to make their products more user friendly but instead
a/ steal as much of your personal data as possible
b/ use their software updates to make the use of your fully functional old printer so cumbersome (even if hardware-wise it still works fine) that eventually you give up and resort to buying a new one

# Install the FREE OPEN SOURCE scanning software NAPS2 which does have about 90% of the HP scanning functionality and is away superior to the scanning software that comes with MS Windows

I just installed it and tested back and forth and so far it works like a charm.

I found this software here: https://wethegeek.com/best-scanning-software-for-windows/

Or if you want the direct download https://www.naps2.com/

I wish I had found it earlier -would have saved me many hours of valuable time dealing with this shit. Hope my experience helps some other users facing the same problem.

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Spiceworks
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Scanner software that works with HP, Brother, and Canon - Hardware & Infrastructure - Spiceworks Community
January 5, 2024 - Our users are pretty spaced out and in awkward locations so we have a lot of desktop MFPs like the HP OfficeJet XXXX, Brother MFC-XXXX, and a variety of others. Each model comes with its own twist on the scanning softwar…
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App Store
apps.apple.com › us › app › hp-smart-for-desktop › id1474276998
HP Smart for Desktop on the Mac App Store
Set up your new printer, personalize your experience, print and scan photos or documents, and contact support—all in one place. Formerly HP Smart, the new HP app[1] offers you more ways to get more from your HP device. Easy Setup, Wherever ...
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Reddit
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r/assholedesign on Reddit: A printing software that doesn't let me scan with my printer unless I create an account
December 6, 2020 - ... I'd have returned the printer. Fuck that. ... Download NAPS2 (Not Another PDF Scanner 2) best and simplest scanning software for windows and it's free, works with most scanners etc.
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Softonic
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Download HP Scan and Capture for Windows 10 - Free - latest version
August 8, 2022 - HP Scan and Capture can first be downloaded from an official HP source or a third-party provider. Once downloaded, the software can be installed simply and easily by following the setup instructions.
Rating: 6.8/10 ​ - ​ 916 votes
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App Store
apps.apple.com › us › app › hp-easy-scan › id967004861
HP Easy Scan App - App Store
I downloaded HP Easy Scan to my new iMac Pro and once the download completed and the App opened, I went to devices on my computer and clicked on my office 'HP OfficeJet Pro 8600' Icon -- immediately my computer started downloading a new print ...
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HP
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Official HP® Drivers and Software Download | HP® Support
Download the latest drivers, software, firmware, and diagnostics for your HP products from the official HP Support website.
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HP
support.hp.com › us-en › document › c04635830
Scanner driver and software support for Windows 10
Software and Drivers · Diagnostics · Printer Diagonostic Tools · Computer Diagnostic Tools · Windows Support · Print and Scan Doctor · HP PC Hardware Diagnostics · Contact Us · Business Support · Create a new case · Find an existing case · Manage contracts and warranties ·
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Linux Mint Forums
forums.linuxmint.com › board index › main edition support › hardware support › printers & scanners
[SOLVED] Making an HP Printer's Scanner work - Linux Mint Forums
June 13, 2022 - A user can completely forget about them. Therefore, HPLIP and what it provides is redundant. My OfficeJet Pro 8720 was launched in 2016 but still works better with hplip-gui too despite not needing plugins. I did try without but missed the printer maintenance, consumables level monitoring and direct link to faxing, xsane which is also far superior to simple-scan.
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Spiceworks
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HP Scan Software doesn't install on Windows 10 - Software & Applications - Spiceworks Community
September 23, 2016 - I ran the installer and it installed the printer and I can print to it fine. It also installs the I.R.I.S. OCR software fine. Before it used to automatically create a shortcut for the HP Scan software on the desktop. ...
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Softonic
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HP Scan and Capture for Windows 10 (Windows) - Download
August 8, 2022 - HP Scan and Capture for Windows 10 is straightforward to use. When activated, it scans for devices within the range including wireless printers, scanners, and any devices connected to a local network.
Rating: 6.8/10 ​ - ​ 916 votes