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NAPS2

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NAPS2 is a document scanning application with a focus on simplicity and ease of use.

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License model

  • FreeOpen Source

Country of Origin

  • US flagUnited States

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux  Distributed using Flatpak
4.7 / 5 Avg rating (35)
166likes
31comments
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Features

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Properties

  1.  Lightweight

Features

  1.  Scan documents
  2.  Scan to PDF
  3.  OCR
  4.  Multiple Profiles
  5.  Split and merge PDF files
  6.  Export to PDF
  7.  Ad-free
  8.  Works out of the box
  9.  PDF Page Merge
  10.  Portable
  11.  Reorder pages
  12.  Built-in viewer
  13.  No registration required
  14.  Works Offline
  15.  Support for Batch Mode
  16.  PDF OCR
  17.  Multiple languages
  18.  Convert images to PDF
  19.  Rotate pages
  20.  Dark Mode
  21.  Combine PDF
  22.  Command line interface
  23.  Edit PDF

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  • ezdketsuban, AnthonyBronislavaGonzales, sezai and trenchsnow liked NAPS2
    20 days ago
  • Bobby_Reggine, asterryplace and Uraael liked NAPS2
    about 2 months ago
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    AppDR added NAPS2 as alternative to HP Smart
    4 months ago
  • rozzama00 liked NAPS2
    5 months ago
  • jarmom reviewed NAPS2  
    5 months ago

    Simple workhorse for normal scanning stuff

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Comments and Reviews

   
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Comment summary: NAPS2 is praised for its simplicity, functionality, and compatibility with various scanners, often surpassing manufacturer software and mainstream alternatives. Users appreciate its open-source nature, active development, and ability to handle a wide range of scanning tasks efficiently. Reordering and merging PDFs, batch scanning, and using TWAIN drivers are notable features. While OCR receives mixed reviews, the software remains highly recommended, especially for its intuitive user experience and robust feature set.
Top Positive Comment
acheide
Apr 16, 2019
3

I've tried numerous others and was not satisfied with any. NAPS2 does what I want. Simple and straight-forward. I'll keep it.

Top Negative Comment
Stephane VANDENABEELE
Jul 2, 2020
0

The Linux version of NAPS2 isn't a Linux compilation. The Linux version is the portable version of NAPS2 for Windows. So, you need Wine to run it.

Francewhoa
Mar 5, 2024

If you need the Linux version, WITHOUT Wine, it can be downloaded at https://www.naps2.com/download

jarmom
Feb 14, 2025
0

Simple workhorse for normal scanning stuff

HiBe
May 26, 2024
0

Works with Xerox WorkCentre 3025 on Mac 14.4.1 Sonoma despite Xerox's own and Apple's general scanner drivers not working.

After scanning the pages, it allows for great customization. Allows you to reorder, rotate; change brightness, sharpness, hue etc. of individual pages (page edit options accessed from the fullscreen icon).

Has a preview of the pages before you save it as a PDF.

Can also choose an existing PDF to start scanning onto, all the page customization options also work for pre-existing pages in that PDF.

Additionally, it is a FOSS, which is the icing on an already beautiful cake.

chev-chelios
Apr 3, 2024
0

Its the only scanner application that works for me. better than the manufacturers software by far.

4081
Jan 30, 2024
0

This tool is a must in every enterprise. With the latest update (7.3.0.0), you can share local scanners among computers in the same LAN (note that it's the best to use the portable version to do the said sharing.)

zavakz
May 7, 2023
0

Very simple and streamlined, for some reason the latest release on the website and github is from 2019, however the developer(s) are updating with prelease/beta versions so it is indeed in active development.

I can see some potential improvements to be made and if it continues will be the best File scanner out there if it isn't already.

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What is NAPS2?

Scan with a single click

Easily scan with your chosen settings, or set up multiple profiles for different devices and configurations. Once you've finished scanning, you can save, email, or print with only a couple clicks. Save to PDF, TIFF, JPEG, PNG, or other file types.

Compatible with both WIA and TWAIN

Choose the driver that works best with your scanner, as well as settings like DPI, page size, and bit depth. Scan from a glass flatbed or an automatic document feeder (ADF), including duplex support.

Rotate, crop, and rearrange scanned images

Order your pages however you like, including tools to interleave duplexed pages. Easily rotate your pages at right angles, or straighten them at any angle you like. Use image editing tools to crop or change brightness and contrast.

Identify text using OCR

Search through text included in your PDFs by using optical character recognition (OCR), in any of over 60 languages.

Use NAPS2 in your native language

Choose from over 20 different languages. If your language isn't available yet, help translate!

Tools for power users and businesses

  • Optional command-line interface (CLI) for automation and scripting
  • MSI installer and application-level configuration available for group policy (GPO) deployment
  • Portable archives available (doesn't require installation)

Free and open source

NAPS2 is completely free to use for both individuals and businesses, and includes no ads or unwanted software. If NAPS2 has helped you, consider making a donation.

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NAPS2 information

  • Developed by

    US flagBen Olden-Cooligan
  • Licensing

    Open Source and Free product.
  • Written in

  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.7 (35 ratings)
  • Alternatives

    48 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English

AlternativeTo Categories

Office & ProductivityPhotos & GraphicsOS & Utilities

GitHub repository

  •  3,431 Stars
  •  357 Forks
  •  147 Open Issues
  •   Updated Jun 9, 2025 
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Our users have written 31 comments and reviews about NAPS2, and it has gotten 166 likes

NAPS2 was added to AlternativeTo by Emiel on Feb 22, 2015 and this page was last updated May 28, 2024. NAPS2 is sometimes referred to as Not Another PDF Scanner, Not Another PDF Scanner 2.