Portfolio Scanning

Basics Make sure scanner is hooked up to

the computer you are using Make sure the scanner is on

(smaller, white button if not)

Materials Preparation Use only basic printing paper or smaller For larger pieces use digital camera to

transfer files to U drive Remove any staples from materials to

scan Flatten pages of any creases and crinkles Have a “Portfolio” folder created in your u

drive (Only completed and scanned pieces for the portfolio should go in here)

Multiple Pages Be cautious when scanning

multiple pages The scanner will register from last

to first, so your rubric (Appears first) should then be at the bottom of the scanning pile and will work forward to the last page

Orientation I Hold your sheet of

paper at the top, left corner (where you would normally place the staple)

Note, this is not the orientation to use while scanning

Orientation II Now, turn the sheet

180 degrees in either direction (The staple location should now be at the bottom right corner)

You are now done with the actual scanner

Orientation III Keep in mind that if scanning is

complete and the orientation is incorrect certain computers will allow for future alterations and readjustments

Your computer will need to have either ScanSnap or Adobe Acrobat (NOT Adobe Reader) to make orientation changes

Refer to the ScanSnap for Dummies PowerPoint for assistance

Saving I After

pressing the green “SCAN” button a pop up window will show up

Saving II Click “Scan2Folder” and a new menu will pop up First, check to make sure you oriented your

scanned piece right side up Second, under “Specify File Name”, title your

scanned piece according to whichever expectation it will reside (Narrative Account, Group Collaboration, Community Service, Etc.)

Next, under “Specify Destination Folder” choose “Browse” and save to your Portfolio specific folder

Last, click “Save”

Great Success You have now completed the

portfolio scanning tutorial and are now one step further to graduating!!!