‎8.5 Document Scan Function on Tab S11

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userXSv6O2yWcN

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I just got the 8.5 update on my Tab S11 this morning. One of the updated features I was excited to see was the Document Scan function through the camera. On my updated S25, I now have an icon in the app drawer that goes to a dedicated doc scanning function, with the option to save as a pdf. Despite the update, that does not exist in the Tab S11 camera. Am I missing something? It makes way more sense to have it on my tablet, at least for me. 99% of the time when I scan a document its on my tablet.

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LongHiker
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05-26-2026 05:31 PM

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@userXSv6O2yWcN Try this:

Long press on the Camera icon.

You should see a few icons, one of which is Document Scan.

Drag the Document Scan to your desktop.
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LongHiker
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05-26-2026 06:04 PM

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@userXSv6O2yWcN Ah, ok. If you feel this is a bug, you can submit a bug report via Samsung Members app -> Support -> Send feedback -> paper airplane icon.
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userXSv6O2yWcN
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05-26-2026 06:22 PM

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Thanks for your help.
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simhasrn
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06-9-2026 04:03 AM

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same problem
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GaryB82
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05-26-2026 06:49 PM

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On my Tab S11 with 8.5 I have the option to scan documents. Select the camera then photo and make sure it's toggle is on in settings
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userXSv6O2yWcN
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05-26-2026 08:42 PM

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Thanks all! I do have the standard doc scanning function that I had before the 8.5 update. I just assumed that my tablet would have the same updated functionality after the 8.5 update that my phone does. Just frustrating because for me that was only part of the 8.5 update that I actually was looking forward to on my tablet. Why go through the effort of building updated functions into One UI 8.5 but then not include them on every device?
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Samsung_Moderator
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05-26-2026 07:18 PM

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Hey userXSv6O2yWcN! Thanks for visiting the Community. Document scanning is a pretty nice function. I actually use a 3rd party app for mines. That may be a good route for you take. Also, ensure your device is fully up-to-date. This may be the reason the option is not there. Follow these steps to update your device:

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10002027/

Please let me know if this helps.
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neilth
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05-27-2026 02:22 AM

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The scanning functionality and the ability to add a dedicated icon for scanning depends on the version of the camera app installed on your device. My ZFold 7 has camera app version 16.5.00.52 and allowed me to place a scanning icon on the home screen. My S24 Ultra with One UI 8.5 and Tab S10 Plus still with One UI 8.0, have older versions of the camera app installed and don't provide the option to add a scanning icon. I looked for the option to update the camera app on these two devices, but nothing newer is offered by the Galaxy Store at this time.
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userXSv6O2yWcN
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05-27-2026 02:26 AM

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Good point. Thanks!!
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SamsungRob
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05-27-2026 05:45 PM

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Now that's what I'm talking about! This is a perfect example of exactly for what Community was created. We love seeing our members support and assist one another with tips like this. Thank you for joining this conversation and for being one of the best parts of Samsung.

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8.5 Document Scan Function on Tab S11

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