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    How to Print from Your Phone, Tablet, or Computer

    Connect to printers wirelessly and print documents, photos, and web pages from any device.

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    Category
    How-To Guides
    Difficulty
    Beginner
    Read Time
    2 min read
    Steps
    6
    Topics covered
    printing
    wireless
    airprint
    wifi
    productivity

    In this guide (6 steps):

    1. 1.Print from iPhone/iPad
    2. 2.Print from Android
    3. 3.Print from Windows
    4. 4.Print from Mac
    5. 5.Connect a wireless printer
    6. 6.Troubleshooting
    1

    Print from iPhone/iPad

    ~15s
    Open the document, photo, or webpage. Tap the Share icon (box with arrow) > Print. Your iPhone automatically finds AirPrint printers on your Wi-Fi network. Select the printer and tap Print.
    2

    Print from Android

    ~15s
    Open the document or photo. Tap the three-dot menu > Print (or Share > Print). Android finds printers on your network. If your printer isn't found, download its manufacturer's app.
    3

    Print from Windows

    ~15s
    Press Ctrl+P in most programs to open the print dialog. Select your printer, choose number of copies and pages, then click Print. For first-time setup: Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Printers.
    4

    Print from Mac

    ~15s
    Press Cmd+P to print from any app. Your Mac usually finds printers automatically. If not: System Settings > Printers & Scanners > Add Printer.
    5

    Connect a wireless printer

    ~15s
    Most modern printers connect via Wi-Fi. During initial setup, use the printer's screen to select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password. Once connected, all devices on your network can print to it.
    6

    Troubleshooting

    ~15s
    Printer not found? Make sure it's on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. Restart the printer and your device. Check for paper jams and ink levels. Reinstall the printer driver if needed.

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