ScanNotification
ScanNotification is a Samsung utility app that helps users manage scanning functionality from Samsung printers and multifunction devices on Mac computers. The app typically runs in the background and provides notifications when scan jobs are completed or when there are issues with scanning operations. It's commonly installed alongside Samsung printer drivers and allows users to receive alerts and manage scan-to-computer workflows from their Samsung devices. The app integrates with the macOS notification system to keep users informed about their scanning tasks without requiring constant monitoring of the printer or scanner interface.
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1 suggestionThis Samsung utility app appears to be discontinued or no longer actively maintained, as Samsung has largely exited the printer business and transferred many of their printer operations to HP. Since this is a basic scanning notification utility, most users can safely remove it and rely on macOS's built-in scanning capabilities through the Image Capture app or Preview app, both of which are native Apple Silicon apps. For users with Samsung printers who need more advanced scanning features, HP Smart (which now supports many former Samsung printer models) or VueScan provide native Apple Silicon alternatives with comprehensive scanning functionality and notification features.
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This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
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