Use Case
Scan Receipts for Tax Season
Tax season gets easier when receipts are scanned continuously instead of piled up in a shoebox. A simple weekly routine can save hours and reduce mistakes.
A clean receipt workflow
- Scan each receipt as soon as you get it.
- Rename with date, vendor, and category.
- Use OCR text to verify totals and payment method.
- Export monthly PDFs by category for accounting.
- Enable iCloud Backup (Pro) so your receipt archive is always safe and available on all your devices.
Why this works
Most receipt stress comes from delay, not scanning difficulty. Small daily capture habits prevent missing receipts, faded ink, and manual data entry at year end. With on-device search, you can find any receipt by vendor name, amount, or any text on it — no folder hunting required.
What to share with your accountant
Create one folder per month and one PDF per expense category. With ScanWow's on-device search you can also pull up any specific receipt by typing the vendor name or dollar amount directly — even across months of scans.
Import receipts you already have
Already have receipt photos in your camera roll? Import them directly from Photos into ScanWow. Got a PDF receipt emailed to you? Open it from Mail or Files and each page lands in ScanWow automatically.
FAQ
Should I scan receipts weekly or monthly?
Weekly is usually best. It keeps the backlog small and gives you cleaner records for budgeting and tax prep.
Can I search old receipts after scanning?
Yes. ScanWow's on-device search lets you find any receipt by the text inside it — type a vendor name, amount, or any word on the receipt. It works instantly, entirely on your device.
Is this useful for both personal and business taxes?
Absolutely. The same workflow works for freelancers, small businesses, and personal deduction tracking.