This article explains how to scan a document using a dedicated scanner or a multifunction printer (MFP) in combination with the built-in Windows Fax and Scan software in Windows 7, 8, and 10.
How to Scan a Document on Windows 10
The quickest and easiest way to open Windows Fax and Scan is to search for it. Type "Windows Fax" in the search bar and select it from the search results.
In Windows 10, the search bar is located right next to the Start button. In previous versions of Windows, the search bar may be located in the Start menu.
If you'd rather not search, Windows Fax and Scan is available from the Start menu in every version of Windows: