NAPS2 for Windows

Brief overview

NAPS2 is an open-source tool that simplifies scanning documents and saving them as PDFs. It works with many common scanner models, lets you set up a user profile quickly, and provides options for image quality and page dimensions. The program also includes built-in OCR so scanned files can be searched by text.

Supported scanner brands

• Fujitsu-compatible devices and drivers
• Epson scanners and related models
• HP printers and flatbed/ADF units
• Brother hardware family
• Canon scanners and multifunction devices

Getting started and personalization

Setting up an account/profile takes under two minutes, after which scanning subsequent documents is faster and more consistent. Configuration choices include:

• Driver selection (TWAIN or WIA, with WIA chosen by default)
• Page size and paper trim settings
• Output resolution (DPI) and image quality

Scanning, arranging and refining pages

NAPS2 provides a simple editing flow so you can prepare a PDF before saving:

• Rotate pages to correct alignment
• Crop or trim unwanted margins and edges
• Rearrange pages using drag-and-drop gestures
• Preview the assembled PDF prior to export

Text recognition and multilingual support

The app offers OCR across many languages, enabling quick keyword searches inside PDFs. Adding extra language packs has only a small effect on the final file size, keeping documents compact while improving text-search accuracy.

Suggested free alternative

If you want to try a different free option, consider Not Another PDF Scanner — a no-cost alternative that focuses on straightforward scanning and PDF creation.