Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections)
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
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Clue
Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections) (4)
Answer
The answer to Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections) is Scan (4 letters).
Why does Scan fit this clue?
This is a fill-in-the-blank clue where 'Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections)' points to SCAN as the missing word in the sequence. SCAN means to examine systematically or to convert a physical document into digital format using optical technology. The clue lists the four primary functions found on most multifunction printers and office machines. SCAN fits perfectly as the third option because modern printers typically offer these exact four capabilities in this common order, making it a standard sequence that office workers encounter daily on printer control panels.
What does Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections) mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
verb
•to produce text or images on paper using a printer
noun
•a physical copy of a document or image on paper
copy
verb
•to make a duplicate of a document using a photocopier
noun
•a duplicate or reproduction of an original document
fax
verb
•to send a document electronically over telephone lines
noun
•a document sent or received via facsimile transmission
printer
noun
•a machine that produces text or images on paper from digital files
selections
noun
•choices or options available from a menu or list
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-across in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026, by Gary Cee, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Scan mean?
noun
•Close investigation.
•An instance of scanning.
verb
•To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.
•To look about for; to look over quickly.
Origin of the word Scan
•origin: Latin 'scandere' meaning 'to climb'
•period: 14th century
The word originally referred to analyzing poetry by 'climbing' through its metrical feet, before expanding to mean examining anything systematically.
How to use Scan in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Scan.
•“I need to scan this document and email it to my colleague, so I'll use the multifunction printer in the office.”
•“The security guard will scan your ID badge before allowing you into the building.”
•“The doctor ordered a CT scan to get a better look at the patient's internal injuries.”
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Frequently asked questions about Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections)
- What is the answer to Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections)?
- The answer is Scan (4 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Print, Copy, ___, Fax (printer selections) have?
- The answer has 4 letters: Scan.
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