I tested the top mobile scanning apps to help you turn documents into PDFs, digitize images, and translate text on the go.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. TJ McCue is Seattle-based and covers tech & productivity tools. Apr 28, 2020, 07:20am EDT This article is more than 5 years old.

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To scan a document with your iPhone or iPad, first place the document on a flat surface in a well-lit area.

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