document scanners

Paper-to-file converters

Document scanners are devices that convert physical papers, photographs, or other flat materials into digital images.

They range from compact desktop units to high-speed machines that process hundreds of pages per minute.

Most use optical sensors to capture content, producing files for storage, editing, or transmission: The office document scanner handles double-sided pages automatically.

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  • flatbedOpen-topped hauling vehicle
  • feederSource of input
  • PDFFixed-layout document format
  • digitizeConvert to electronic format
  • trayShallow portable platform

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input vs output devices

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Document output devices

laser printers · inkjet printers · plotters · label printers · thermal printers

digitization vs physical creation

document scannersphotocopiers

Machines reproducing documents

typewriters · printing presses

document preservation vs. destruction

document scannersshredders

Cutting machines for disposal

incinerators

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G