How to Convert Scanned Documents to PDF

Convert scanned images and documents to PDF format. Create searchable PDFs from scanned pages.

4 min
Updated: January 3, 2026
Guide

Convert your scanned documents into professional PDF files. Combine multiple scanned pages into a single, organized PDF.

Scanning Best Practices

For best results:

  • Scan at 300 DPI minimum for text documents
  • Use 150-200 DPI for photos to reduce size
  • Choose color mode based on content (B&W for text, color for photos)
  • Ensure flat, well-lit scanning

How to Create PDF from Scans

  1. Scan Document: Create image files of your document pages.
  2. Upload Images: Select all scanned page images.
  3. Arrange Order: Put pages in correct sequence.
  4. Convert to PDF: Combine into single PDF.
  5. Download: Save your document PDF.

Convert Scans to PDF

Use our Image to PDF tool for scanned documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What DPI should I scan at?
300 DPI for text documents, 150-200 DPI for general documents with photos.