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11. SCANNING WITH BITDEFENDER
11.1. How do I scan a file or a folder?
The easiest way to scan a file or folder is to right-click the object you want
to scan, point to Bitdefender and select Scan with Bitdefender from the
menu.
To complete the scan, follow the Antivirus Scan wizard. Bitdefender will
automatically take the recommended actions on detected files.
If there remain unresolved threats, you will be prompted to choose the actions
to be taken on them.
Typical situations when you would use this scanning method include the
following:
● You suspect a specific file or folder to be infected.
● Whenever you download files from the internet that you think might be
dangerous.
● Scan a network share before copying files to your computer.
11.2. How do I scan my system?
To perform a complete scan on the system:
1. Click Protection on the navigation menu on the Bitdefender interface.
2. In the ANTIVIRUS pane, click System Scan.
3. Follow the System Scan wizard to complete the scan. Bitdefender will
automatically take the recommended actions on detected files.
If there remain unresolved threats, you will be prompted to choose the
actions to be taken on them. For more information, refer to “Antivirus Scan
Wizard” (p. 90).
11.3. How do I schedule a scan?
You can set your Bitdefender product to start scanning important system
locations when you are not in the front of the computer.
To schedule a scan:
1. Click Protection on the navigation menu on the Bitdefender interface.
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