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How Do I Scan on a Canon MX720?

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To scan on a Canon MX720, you can use the Canon IJ Scan Utility software, which comes bundled with the printer.

Here are the steps to scan using the Canon IJ Scan Utility:

  1. Turn on your Canon MX720 printer and make sure it's connected to your computer.
  2. Open the Canon IJ Scan Utility by searching for it in your computer's start menu or applications folder.
  3. Select the scan type you need, such as Document, Photo, or Business Card.
  4. Place the item you want to scan on the scanner glass or in the automatic document feeder (ADF).
  5. Adjust the scan settings as needed, such as resolution, color mode, and file format.
  6. Click the "Scan" button to start the scan.
  7. Save the scanned file to your desired location on your computer.

You can also scan directly from the printer's control panel using the "Scan" button. However, you may have limited scan settings available in this mode.

To scan directly from the printer:

  1. Place the item you want to scan on the scanner glass or in the ADF.
  2. Press the "Scan" button on the printer's control panel.
  3. Select the scan destination from the options displayed on the LCD screen, such as a computer, memory card, or cloud storage.
  4. Adjust the scan settings as needed.
  5. Confirm the scan settings and press the "Start" button.

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