Brother Printer Will Not Scan to Windows 10

If you are experiencing issues with your Brother printer scanning to Windows 10, there may be a problem with the scanner driver. In this article, we will provide three solutions to help you resolve the issue.

Solution 3: Update Driver for Your Scanner

Before updating the driver, it is essential to check if the related services are started and configured correctly. To do this:

1. Right-click on the service and select Properties from the context menu.

2. If the 'Service status' is Stopped, click the Start button and then OK.

Next, you need to open the Services console and check the status of Shell Hardware Detection:

1. Press the Windows logo key + R to invoke the Run dialog box.

2. Type services.msc in the Run box and click OK.

3. Find Shell Hardware Detection from the list of services.

If some related services are not started, the scanner may not work properly. In this case, you can try opening Command Prompt as an administrator and running the command again. If you are unsure how to open Command Prompt as an administrator, refer to our guide on 'How to Open Command Prompt as Administrator in Windows.'

Solution 1: Repair Corrupted System Files

Corrupted system files may also cause issues with your scanner. To check and repair corrupted files:

1. Press the Windows logo key + R to invoke the Run dialog box.

2. Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.

The process may take several minutes until the verification is complete. If you encounter any errors, try restarting your computer and running the command again.

If your Brother printer is not scanning to Windows 10, there are three solutions you can try to fix the problem. These solutions include updating the scanner driver, checking and configuring related services, and repairing corrupted system files. By trying these solutions one by one, you should be able to find the solution that works for you.

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