Windows 10: Unable to save scan documents to preferred location

Discus and support Unable to save scan documents to preferred location in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; My Epson scaner would save the scans in C:\Users\Andrew\Pictures\Scans. So I created a new folder C:\Users\Andrew\Scans, and it worked. Any idea what... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by AndrewEklind, Mar 9, 2019.

  1. ANDREWEKLIND
    AndrewEklind Win User

    Unable to save scan documents to preferred location


    My Epson scaner would save the scans in C:\Users\Andrew\Pictures\Scans.

    So I created a new folder C:\Users\Andrew\Scans, and it worked.

    Any idea what happened. Anything I can look at.

    Did a Windows update change something, because this is not the only issue I have had saving stuff.







    ***Modified Title from: Unable to save to current location***

    :)
     
    AndrewEklind, Mar 9, 2019
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  2. RACHELLE GRA
    Rachelle Gra Win User

    How to save a scanned document as PDF

    Hi Chuck.

    There are some options that you can do to save the scanned documents to PDF file. You may follow these steps:

    • Copy the scanned document.
    • Open Word, then paste it.
    • Click File > Save As > Choose the location where you want to save it.
    • On Save as type, choose PDF > Save.

    Feel free to let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Rachelle Gra, Mar 9, 2019
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  3. YASHWANTH KOTAKURI
    Yashwanth Kotakuri Win User
    Saving a scanned document in Windows 10

    Hello Tim,

    We realize the inconvenience you have experienced.

    • What do you mean by this statement "clicking YES to my Windows 10 update option"?
    • Are you referring upgrade to Windows 10 or Windows Updates?

    Generally, you will get an option to choose, where the scanned files should be saved,. Those setting depends on the scanner device you're using. Make sure that
    Source is set to scan from the location you prefer. Under
    File type, select the type of file you want the scan to be saved as. Tap or click
    Show more to show more scanning options, and make any necessary changes. Under
    Save file to, browse to the location where you want to save the scan. By default, scans are saved in a Scans folder within Pictures.

    Keep posted if you require further assistance.
     
    Yashwanth Kotakuri, Mar 9, 2019
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  4. MARILOU SER
    Marilou Ser Win User

    Unable to save scan documents to preferred location

    scanned documents

    Hello,

    By default, scans are saved in a Scans folder inside the Pictures. Here are the steps on how to get there:

    • Press Windows and type pictures
    • Click Pictures and double-click the Scans folder.

    Furthermore, we suggest that you repair your Word application by following the steps on this

    link    .

    Let us know how that turned out for you.
     
    Marilou Ser, Mar 9, 2019
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