Multiple scanners are available for use inside the library at no charge. Save your scans to USB flash or deliver scanned files directly to your email, smart phone or Google Drive.
The following file formats are available for saving scanned material:
- Encrypted PDF
- DOCX
- TIFF
- JPEG
- PNG
Book Scanning
Use our Flatbed scanner located in the adult reference department to scan pages that are bound together in a book or booklet. This scanner has an attached computer with software designed to allow for self-service. On-screen instructions can be presented in multiple languages. If you require assistance, please speak with a staff member at the reference desk.
Document Scanning
A high-speed document scanner is available for archiving stacks of paper to USB flash.
This scanner will accept a batch of 60 sheets of paper at a time. Your documents can be single or double-sided. If you have more than 60 sheets, the scanner will allow you to save multiple batches in a single file. To use our high-speed document scanner, please speak with a staff member at the reference desk.
Photo Scanning
Make instant digital copies of your photographs using a scanner specifically designed for archiving printed photos. Photos may be saved to USB flash or emailed using the attached computer. Please speak with a staff member at the reference desk to get started.
Large Format Scanning
Scan sheets of paper or canvas up to 24 inches wide using our large-format scanner.
This scanner saves files to USB flash. It is ideal for blueprints and other large documents.
The maximum document size accepted is 24 x 109 inches. Please speak with a staff member at the reference desk to get started.