Scan a Document: Quick Start Guide

To scan a document in DocScan, follow these simple steps:



  1. Start scanning

    Open the app and begin a new scan. Once the scan is captured, the processing screen will appear.

  2. Edit the document boundary

    Tap the top image to adjust the detected boundary.

    Top image: shows the auto-detected document edges

    Bottom image: shows the cropped and enhanced result that will be saved


  3. Choose a color mode

    Use the toolbar at the bottom to select a color mode:

    You can switch modes if the result doesn’t look right. The bottom image updates with your selection.

Photo Keeps the original appearance — ideal for photos or drawings

Color Enhances color and contrast — great for forms, receipts, or diagrams

B&W Converts the image to pure black and white — best for documents with text

  1. Fine-tune the result (optional)

    Tap the small image or "Adjust" to enter detailed editing.

    Choose an enhancement style: BoldFine, or Clean (available for Color / B&W)

    Use the left slider to reduce shadows

    Use the right slider to adjust saturation

    When you're done, tap "OK" to apply changes.


  1. Save your scan

    Tap "Done" to save the scanned document.

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