ZDNET's key takeaways Microsoft's document scanning Lens app is being retired.For basic scanning, try Apple Notes, Google ...

Your smartphone is full of surprises. There's an app if you want to use your phone as a magnifying glass or scanner. Tap or click here for hidden apps on your smartphone and how to find them.

Your smartphone is full of surprises. There’s an app if you want to use your phone as a magnifying glass or scanner. Tap or click here for hidden apps on your smartphone and how to find them.

We may not always have access to a bulky scanner, but our smartphone or tablet is likely close at hand. iScanner App ...

Scanning a document lets you share and edit documents digitally. You don't need anything more than your Android phone and its camera. Even if you're using one of our favorite budget Android phones, ...

With Quick Response (QR) codes, sharing and getting information has never been so quick and easy. There are tons of generator apps and tools out there that you can use to create a QR code for ...

Scanning documents on Android phones typically requires specific apps. However, if you use the Files by Google app on your device, you can now scan documents right within the app. In addition, you can ...

Scan QR codes faster with these tips. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac You can scan a QR code directly from your iPhone — you don’t need to download a third ...

Microsoft Lens is shutting down. If you’re looking for a similar alternative, you can now use OneDrive app to scan documents ...

Preview in iOS 26 turns your iPhone into a quick workspace when a document needs attention. Here's how to edit your PDFs with ...

Want to go completely paperless? Here's how to better manage PDF documents on iPhone and iPad! Photo: Ally Kazmucha/The App Factor PDF handling on the iPhone and iPad has vastly improved over the last ...