How to Scan Multiple Pages into One PDF (Quick and Easy Guide)

Learn how to scan multiple pages into one PDF document using Xodo online, offline on desktop, and mobile devices. Fast, easy, and efficient.

Managing paper documents is inefficient. Scanning and saving them one page at a time creates clutter. Files get lost, pages go out of order, and important text can’t be searched.

Scanning and combining multiple pages into a single PDF helps keep documents organized and easy to share. But many PDF software is expensive or hard to use.

This is where Xodochanges everything. It makes it simple to scan, combine, and manage documents across devices. In this guide, you'll learn how to:

• Scan multiple pages into one PDF on desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• Scan multiple pages into one PDF on mobile (iOS, Android)
• Merge scanned PDF pages into one PDF in your browser (free online tool)

Start keeping your files in one place.

How to Scan Multiple Pages into one PDF on Desktop

To scan multiple pages into one PDF on any desktop, use these simple steps:

1. Download and install Xodo PDF Studio on Windows, macOS, or Linux.
2. Make sure your scanner is connected, powered on, and ready.
3. Place your document onto the scanner glass.
4. Open Xodo PDF Studio and click on File > From Scanner.
5. Choose your scanner from the available options.
6. Adjust your scan settings: To create a new PDF file from multiple scanned pages, select the New Document option. Enable Scan more pages to scan multiple pages in one session.
7. Click Preview to check scan quality.
8. When ready, click Scan.
9. Repeat the scan for each page.
10. When finished, click OK. All scanned pages will be combined into a new PDF file.

Pro tip: If you need to scan multiple pages or documents, you can save your settings into a Scanning Profile. You can use the profile to automatically apply the same settings whenever you need to scan additional pages into a PDF.

Xodo PDF Studio is an offline PDF editor built for teams and professionals who need secure document scanning and handling. It offers advanced features without the high cost of Adobe Acrobat.

How to Scan Multiple Pages into one PDF on iOS and Android

Follow these steps to scan multiple pages into a single PDF on iOS an Android devices:

1. Install the Xodo app to your iOS or Android device.
2. Open the app and tap the Scanner icon at the bottom of the Home screen.
3. Position your camera over the document and tap the shutter button to scan. You can also use Auto Capture to scan automatically.
4. Tap on the "+" sign to scan additional pages.
5. Review each scan on the Preview screen. Retake or tap Done to confirm.
6. Rotate the pages if needed and opt whether or not to apply OCR (convert to searchable text).
7. Tap on Save. Xodo will create a single PDF from all scanned pages.

With advanced mobile scanning features, the Xodo Mobile app lets you bridge the gap between hardcopies and digital documents from anywhere, anytime.

How to Merge Multiple Scanned Pages into one PDF Online

Here's how to merge scanned PDF pages into one PDF online:

1. Go to Xodo Web's online Merge PDF tool.
2. Upload your scanned PDF files.
3. Click Merge to combine them into one PDF.
4. Download the merged file to your device.

Use Xodo Web to combine scanned documents quickly online and without installing software. For more control over your PDF layout, read our guide to organizing PDF pages.

Note: You can merge up to two files for free each day. To merge more, start a free trial or subscribe to a Xodo Web or Essential plan.

The Xodo Advantage

Xodo delivers a complete workflow for scanned documents. You can scan your PDF pages, then dive straight into editing with comprehensive tools designed for real-world tasks.

Transform scans into searchable documents

Use advanced OCR technology across all platforms instantly to your scanned PDF pages into searchable, selectable text. You can find exactly what you're looking for hassle-free.

Make PDF forms work for you

Those paper forms you're constantly scanning? You can scan and then add digital form fields and signature areas to transform them into fillable digital forms.

Protect sensitive information

Permanent redaction lets you securely remove confidential details that slip through during the scanning process, protecting private data with confidence.

Perfect your layout

Reorganize and rearrange scanned pages with simple clicks. If the pages scanned out of order or if you need to restructure the content, you can reorganize your PDFs in seconds.

FAQs

Can I scan to PDF with OCR?

Yes. In Xodo PDF Studio, use the Create Searchable PDF option after scanning to apply OCR. This makes the text in your PDF searchable and editable.

How many pages can be scanned into a PDF?

You can scan multiple pages to PDF using Xodo PDF Studio. There is no fixed limit, but for best performance, we recommend scanning no more than 200 pages at a time.

Can I merge PDF files in Xodo PDF Studio?

Yes, you can. Go to Pages > Insert to merge additional PDF pages into your scanned PDF. For large volumes of PDF files, use the Batch processor to combine multiple PDF files in seconds.

Can I split a PDF after scanning pages to PDF?

Yes. You can split a scanned PDF into separate files using Xodo on desktop, mobile, or online:

• On Desktop: In Xodo PDF Studio, go to Pages > Split > Custom Split and choose how to divide the PDF.
• On Mobile: After scanning, find your PDF in the New Files screen. Tap More Actions > Extract Pages, select the pages, then tap Extract. The selected pages will be saved as a new PDF. The original PDF will remain intact.
• Online: Use the Xodo Web's Split PDF tool. Upload your file, choose to split or extract pages, then click Split to create new PDFs.

Can I combine PDF files without Adobe Acrobat?

Yes. You can combine PDF files using Xodo on any device. Read our tutorial on combining PDF files without Adobe Acrobat for step-by-step instructions.

Will the pages stay in order when I scan them to a PDF?

Yes, the order in which you scanned your pages using Xodo PDF Studio or Xodo Mobile will be the default page order of your PDF.

Can I reorder the PDF pages after scanning them in?

Yes, you can reorder pages with Xodo after scanning them in. Follow these steps:

• On Desktop: In Xodo PDF Studio, open the side panel and drag page thumbnails to reorder. Then save the PDF.
• On Mobile: After scanning, tap the four-tile icon above the Save button. Long-press and drag pages into the desired order. Tap back, then Save.
• Online: Use the Xodo Web Rearrange PDF tool. Upload your file, drag and drop pages into position, then click Reorder Now to download the updated PDF.

Take your Scanned PDFs to the Next Level with Xodo

Xodo makes it easy to scan multiple pages and create a single PDF across desktop, mobile, and web.

With OCR and built-in PDF tools, you can organize, edit, and manage scanned documents from any device. Scan contracts, digitize paper records, or combine reports using a simple and consistent workflow.

Find the perfect Xodo platform for your needs and see how effortless it can be:

• Xodo Web
• Xodo PDF Studio
• Xodo Mobile