How to email documents without a scanner

The age-old problem of needing to send documents without a scanner! Don't worry, there are several ways to email documents without a scanner:

  1. Take a clear photo: Use your smartphone or camera to take a clear, well-lit photo of the document. Make sure the document is flat and the camera is at a 90-degree angle to the document. You can then email the photo to the recipient.
  2. Use a document camera app: There are several document camera apps available for both iOS and Android devices that allow you to scan documents using your phone's camera. Some popular options include:
    • CamScanner (iOS, Android)
    • Scanbot (iOS, Android)
    • Genius Scan (iOS, Android)
    • Adobe Scan (iOS, Android)
  3. Use an online document scanning service: There are several online services that allow you to upload a photo of a document and convert it to a PDF or other format. Some popular options include:
    • SmallPDF (free)
    • Online-Convert.com (free)
    • DocHub (free trial, then paid)
  4. Use a cloud storage service: Many cloud storage services, such as Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive, allow you to upload a photo of a document and convert it to a PDF or other format. You can then share the document with the recipient.
  5. Ask someone else to scan the document: If you have a friend or colleague with a scanner, you can ask them to scan the document and email it to you.
  6. Use a third-party service: There are several third-party services that allow you to upload a photo of a document and convert it to a PDF or other format. Some popular options include:
    • HelloFax (paid)
    • FaxZero (free, with limitations)
    • eFax (paid)

Remember to always check the quality of the scanned document before sending it to ensure it is legible and accurate.