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Wet Signature Documents: How to Scan a Printed Document and Create a PDF Using Your Phone

Step-by-Step Guide for Documents that Require a Wet Signature

Updated over 3 weeks ago

This guide explains how to scan a printed document that requires a wet (handwritten) signature, convert it into a PDF using your phone, and save it to your Globalli profile.


Before You Start

  1. Print the document.

  2. Sign it with a pen (wet signature).

  3. Place the signed document on a flat, well-lit surface.

  4. Smooth out wrinkles and avoid shadows.

Once signed, follow the steps below based on your device.


πŸ“± For iPhone (Using the Notes App)

On iPhone, you can scan documents directly using the built-in Apple Notes app.

Steps:

  1. Open Notes.

  2. Create a new note or open an existing one.

  3. Tap the camera icon.

  4. Select Scan Documents.

  5. Hold your phone over the signed document.

    • The camera will auto-detect edges and capture automatically, or tap the shutter button.

  6. Adjust the corners if needed.

  7. Tap Keep Scan.

  8. Scan additional pages if required.

  9. Tap Save.

Export as a PDF:

  1. Open the scanned document in Notes.

  2. Tap the Share icon.

  3. Select Save to Files (this saves it as a PDF).

  4. Choose your preferred location.


πŸ€– For Android

Most Android phones allow scanning using Google Drive.


Option 1: Using Google Drive (Recommended)

  1. Open Google Drive.

  2. Tap the + (Plus) button.

  3. Select Scan.

  4. Take a photo of the signed document.

  5. Adjust the crop if needed.

  6. Tap Done.

  7. Add additional pages if necessary.

  8. Tap Save and name the file.

The file will automatically be saved as a PDF.


βœ‰οΈ Upload the Signed PDF

After saving the PDF:

  1. Log in to your Globalli Profile

  2. Navigate to My Profile - Documents

  3. Click +Add Document

  4. Select Regular Document

  5. Attach the scanned PDF file.

  6. Include your full name in the subject line (example: Signed Agreement – John Smith).

  7. Click Upload.


πŸ’‘ Tips for Best Results

  • Ensure your signature is clearly visible.

  • Avoid glare or shadows over the signature.

  • Review the PDF before sending.

  • Make sure all pages are included.


βœ… You're Done!

Once uploaded to your Globalli profile, your signed document will be received and processed. If you need any support or have questions about this process, please email [email protected] or start a chat using the "?" icon in the top navigation of your Globalli account.

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