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To print from your iPhone or iPad, find the print button in the app you’re using and select your printer’s name in the print options. If your printer doesn’t appear automatically, it probably doesn’t support AirPrint, in which case you can usually connect using your printer manufacturer’s app instead.<\/p>\n

Printing from your iPhone or iPad is effortless, provided you have the right printer for the job. If your printer is giving you grief, there are a few workarounds you can use to print directly from your Apple smartphone or tablet.<\/p>\n

Print from iPhone or iPad Using AirPrint<\/h2>\n

AirPrint is Apple\u2019s easy-to-use wireless printing protocol. It requires next to no setup, provided your printer is powered on and connected to the same wireless network<\/a> as the iPhone or iPad you\u2019re trying to print from.<\/p>\n

Many printers now come with AirPrint as standard, especially since we increasingly use our mobile devices for all manner of tasks. If you\u2019re not sure if your printer has AirPrint, you can try printing anyway and see what happens. The printer should just show up if you satisfy the requirements.<\/p>\n

To print from your iPhone or iPad using AirPrint, select \u201cPrint\u201d in whatever app you\u2019re using. This is often hidden under the Share menu, as is the case in apps like Safari and Notes. This isn\u2019t the case for all apps; for example, in Reminders, you\u2019ll need to tap the \u201c\u2026\u201d icon. In third-party apps like Google Sheets, the \u201cPrint\u201d option is hidden under \u201cShare and Export\u201d which can be revealed using the \u201c\u2026\u201d button.<\/p>\n

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From here, tap on \u201cPrinter\u201d to show a list of nearby printers you can use. If your printer supports AirPrint and has been set up correctly, it should show under this menu. Tap on a printer to select it.<\/p>\n

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You may see a notice about the app you\u2019re using wanting permission<\/a> to search for devices on your local network. Allow this when prompted. (And if you\u2019re having trouble, head to the app preferences under Settings and make sure the \u201cLocal Network\u201d toggle is enabled).<\/p>\n

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With your printer selected, you can change print preferences by choosing how many copies you would like, whether to print in black and white or color, whether to use double-sided printing if available, plus specify the paper size currently loaded in the printer. You may also get additional settings for \u201cMedia & Quality\u201d and \u201cLayout\u201d depending on your model.<\/p>\n

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Finally, hit \u201cPrint\u201d in the top-right corner of the screen to send your job to the printer. You can also use the \u201cShare\u201d button next to it to save a PDF version of your file locally if you\u2019d like.<\/p>\n

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RELATED:<\/strong> How to Print a Text Message Conversation<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

How to Print From an iPhone or iPad Without AirPrint<\/h2>\n

Just because your printer doesn\u2019t have AirPrint doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t print wirelessly. Many printers include wireless functionality but lack support for Apple\u2019s AirPrint protocol.<\/p>\n

Use Your Printer Manufacturer\u2019s App<\/h3>\n

If you have a printer that\u2019s Wi-Fi enabled but lacks AirPrint, there\u2019s a good chance that wireless printing is supported using an app. You can usually search the web for your printer\u2019s model (you\u2019ll find it marked on the printer, or on a sticker at the back) to see whether this feature is supported.<\/p>\n

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Then it\u2019s simply a case of downloading an app like HP Smart<\/a>, Canon PRINT<\/a>, Epson iPrint<\/a>, Brother iPrint&Scan<\/a>\u00a0on your device and following the instructions. Some of these apps have the added benefit of remote printing over the internet, which allows you to send a job to your printer at home regardless of where you are.<\/p>\n

Use Your Mac or PC to Enable AirPrint<\/h3>\n

If you have a trusty old faithful printer that doesn\u2019t support AirPrint (or Wi-Fi), all is not lost. You can use your Mac or Windows PC as an \u201cAirPrint enabler\u201d to pass print jobs straight to your (wired) printer. There\u2019s no need for any additional apps on your iPhone or iPad, the printer will appear and function like any AirPrint printer would.<\/p>\n

To do this, you\u2019ll need to enable the functionality with a third-party app on your Mac or PC. The best tool for the job is\u00a0Printopia<\/a>, a $20 Mac app that transforms your bog-standard printer into an AirPrint-enabled machine. Windows users will have to use the pricey\u00a0Presto<\/a> (formerly Fingerprint) or try O\u2019Print<\/a>, both of which come with free trials.<\/p>\n

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Once you\u2019ve set up your app of choice, your computer should act as an AirPrint gateway providing other devices on the network access to wireless printing. This is ideal if you have an always-on Mac mini, iMac, or Windows desktop that can pull double duty as a print server for your iPhone and iPad.<\/p>\n

Make Sure Your Next Printer Supports AirPrint<\/h2>\n

If you find yourself still in need of a printer, particularly one you can use with your iPhone or iPad, it\u2019s worth investing in something that makes your life a little easier. For the most part, AirPrint \u201cjust works\u201d over the local wireless network and allows you (and your guests) to print wirelessly whenever you\u2019re within range.<\/p>\n

We\u2019d also recommend choosing a laser printer instead of an inkjet one<\/a>\u00a0if grey or monochrome printing is your main use. Laser printers use toner instead of ink, which lasts a lot longer and costs less in the long run. When choosing a printer don\u2019t only consider the price of the unit itself but also the cost of the refills over the life of the product. For monochrome printing, a laser printer is usually a more economical choice (and they print a lot faster to boot).<\/p>\n

Like inkjet printers, laser printers come in all sizes and at all price points. Models like the Brother HL-L2370DW<\/a>\u00a0come with AirPrint support and standard Wi-Fi printing (for non-Apple devices), and print speeds hit 36 pages-per-minute.<\/p>\n

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If you mostly print in monochrome, the HL-L2370DW from Brother is a great example of a budget-friendly laser printer. Print wirelessly from iPhone, iPad, or Mac with AirPrint or use Wi-Fi printing with Windows devices on the same network.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

Got Printer Problems?<\/h2>\n

Printers are less common than they once were, but many of us still depend on them. Printers are still responsible for all manner of tech-related headaches, though, from a printer that appears perpetually offline<\/a>\u00a0to the lengthy configuration process of setting up a shared printer in Windows<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Looking for a new printer? Check out our top printer recommendations<\/a>. If you\u2019d rather go paperless, sharing documents and media using cloud storage is a great alternative<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n