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Scans to PDF

Create small, searchable PDFs from scanned documents

by Unrud

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Official site: flathub.org

About Scans to PDF

Create small, searchable PDFs from scanned documents.

The program divides images into bitonal foreground images (text)

and a color background image, then compresses them separately.

An invisible OCR text layer is added, making the PDF searchable.

Color and grayscale scans need some preparation for good results.

Recommended tools are Scan Tailor or GIMP.

A GUI and command line interface are included.

How to install Scans to PDF

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub com.github.unrud.djpdf
  4. Open Scans to PDF once it finishes installing.
How to install Linux apps with Flatpak

Frequently asked questions

Is Scans to PDF free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Scans to PDF is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.

How do I install Scans to PDF from the command line?

With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub com.github.unrud.djpdf. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Scans to PDF safe?

Scans to PDF downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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