Using your phone to scan documents can be helpful when you need to sign and email documents, but I also use it in the library to scan pages from books that I have quotes I want to use in my research, reference lists I want to follow up on from articles I like, non-research/at-home uses, etc.
There are many scanning apps for your phone. If you are not familiar with scanning apps, here is a short (2:41) video to show you what it's like! This demo shows the scanning app I use most often, Genius Scan, but it is similar with any scanning app!
Dr. Lindbeck, I really appreciate you sharing these technology tips and tricks. Technology does not always come naturally to me, and sometimes it feels like many of my students come preprogrammed with a level of tech knowledge that I am still trying to catch up with.
ReplyDeleteUsing a phone to scan documents is such a simple solution, but it is also incredibly practical. I can see how this would be helpful not only for students who need to sign and return documents quickly, but also for saving research materials, articles, or book pages when you are working away from your computer. As someone who works with a lot of students juggling work, school, and family responsibilities, tools like this can make a big difference in helping them stay organized and submit things on time.
I also appreciate learning about apps like Genius Scan. Sometimes just knowing that a simple tool exists can save a lot of time and frustration. Tips like this help bridge the gap for those of us who are still building our technology skills while supporting students who rely on these tools every day.
Downloaded! This is so much easier than my usual method of taking a photo, cropping it, changing it black and white, then exporting as a PDF!
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