# Editable Scanning Apps The Adobe Scan App Creates Digital PDF Documents That Can Be Modified By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-scan References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2017/5/31/adobe-scan-is-going-to-make-life-as-a-creative-professional-way-easier) & [blogs.adobe](https://blogs.adobe.com/documentcloud/new-adobe-scan-app-for-document-cloud/?scid=social72589417&adbid=705792829608282&adbpl=fb&adbpr=464966247024276) There are plenty of scanner apps that are capable of helping with the process of converting a tangible piece of paper into a digital document, but Adobe Scan is a particularly new and noteworthy one. Like many apps, the Adobe Scan app allows users to turn a mobile device's camera into a scanner, and it automatically uploads the high-quality documents captured to the Adobe Document Cloud so that they can be easily accessed via computer, phone or tablet. Alongside [free automatic text recognition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-detection), where the new app really sets itself apart is that users have the chance to take advantage of additional features, for $15 monthly, such as the ability to [edit scanned PDF documents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pdf-management-software). Acrobat DC subscribers will also be given access to tools for organization, [collecting signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sign-pdf) and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Editable Scanning Apps:** The trend of editable scanning apps presents opportunities for businesses to streamline document management and collaboration. - **Mobile Document Scanning:** The trend of mobile document scanning opens up possibilities for businesses to digitize paper documents on the go, increasing efficiency and accessibility. - **Cloud-based Document Storage:** The trend of cloud-based document storage creates opportunities for businesses to securely store and access digital documents from any device, enabling remote work and collaboration. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology industry can benefit from developing and enhancing editable scanning apps, providing innovative solutions for digital document management and editing. - **Productivity Software:** The productivity software industry can capitalize on the trend of mobile document scanning by creating intuitive applications that integrate seamlessly with existing workflows, improving productivity and organization. - **Cloud Storage Services:** The cloud storage services industry can seize the opportunities presented by the trend of cloud-based document storage, offering secure and flexible solutions for businesses to store and collaborate on digital documents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartphone Photography Editing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-photoshop-app-for-iphone.md) - [Handwriting Editing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodnotes-notetaking-app.md) - [AI-Powered Digital Document Accessibility](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-document-accessibility.md) - [Smart Document Toolkits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightpdf.md) - [AI-Powered Design Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-express.md) - [Online PDF Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-a-pdf.md) - [AI Document Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-acrobat-generate.md) - [Mobile 3D Scanning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realityscan.md) - [Consolidated Creator Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-creator-app.md)