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How to Send Scanned Files via Bluetooth in Adobe Scan for Android
Question details
The user wants to know how to transfer or share a scanned document from Adobe Scan to another device via Bluetooth on an Android smartphone.
- Product
- Adobe Scan
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Sharing a scanned PDF document with a nearby device without using internet connectivity, relying on a local Bluetooth transfer.
- Observed behavior
- The user needs the specific navigation steps within the Adobe Scan app to locate the Bluetooth sharing option and successfully send the file.
Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on both your Android device and the receiving device, and verify that the receiving device is set to 'Visible' or 'Discoverable' mode.
Share a Copy via Bluetooth in Adobe Scan
Use the built-in 'Share a Copy' feature in Adobe Scan to trigger the native Android share sheet and send the document via Bluetooth.
Adobe Scan defaults to sharing cloud links for collaboration. To send the actual file via Bluetooth, you must generate a local copy of the document first by using the 'Share a Copy' function.
Open the Adobe Scan application on your Android device and locate the scanned file you want to share in your recent scans or document library.
Tap the 'Share' button located next to or below the scanned document's thumbnail.
In the sharing menu that pops up, tap on 'Share a Copy'. This step is crucial as it prepares the actual PDF file for transfer rather than a web link.
The Android system share sheet will appear. Scroll through the available apps and options, then select 'Bluetooth'.
A list of available Bluetooth devices will appear. Tap the name of the receiving device. The receiver will need to accept the incoming file transfer prompt on their end.
Scan and Share Files Seamlessly with WPS Office
WPS Office for Android features a powerful built-in document scanner. You can easily scan paper documents into high-quality PDFs and share them directly via Bluetooth, email, or messaging apps without needing multiple applications.
- 1. Open the WPS Scanner: Launch the WPS Office app on your Android device and tap the 'Scanner' or 'Camera' icon on the home screen.
- 2. Capture Your Document: Point your camera at the document. WPS will automatically crop and enhance the image for optimal reading quality.
- 3. Share via Bluetooth: Save the document as a PDF, tap the 'Share' button, select 'More', and choose 'Bluetooth' to instantly send the file to nearby devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I find the Bluetooth option in the Adobe Scan share menu?
If you only tap 'Share', Adobe Scan may attempt to share a cloud link by default. To see the Bluetooth option, you must specifically tap 'Share a Copy' so the app generates the local file to share through Android's native system menu.
Where are files received via Bluetooth saved on Android?
Files received via Bluetooth are typically saved in the internal storage of the receiving device, inside a folder named 'Bluetooth' or within the standard 'Downloads' folder.
Can I share multiple scanned documents via Bluetooth at once?
Sharing directly from Adobe Scan generally processes one file at a time. To share multiple files, it is best to save all the scanned PDFs locally to your device first, open your Android File Manager, select all desired files, and share them simultaneously via Bluetooth.
