How to connect your printer to an iPad or iPhone and print using AirPrint and other apps
More and more people are using their iPads and iPhones not only for general surfing of the web but as a substitute for a desktop printer and need to be able to print their documents as normal.
IOS devices are actually set up to be used with a printer and if you have a wireless printer then it should be easy enough to print off your documents or Safari pages from your iPhone or iPad. If you do not possess an Airprint enabled printer donāt worry as there are other options for you to consider.
Airprint printers have a feature on them that enables they to dedicate themselves, if required, to print form an iPad or iPhone. They will also work with a normal computer and the ink cartridges are standard as they would be with any other printer. To set up the printer you will need wifi for this so make sure your printer is switched on and you are connected. You will be given the choice to print from Safari, Mail, Notes, Photos or one of the other apps that have an arrow-sharing icon on the bottom left. Click on that arrow and select printer. This will bring you to printer options and the first time you print a document you will need to select your printer. Your iPad or iPhone will scan for an Airprint printer, when it has found as printer just select yours.
There are third-party apps available for printing from your iPhone or iPad for those of you that do not have an Airprint printer. These apps have a browser that allows you to see the files stored on your iPhone or iPad. You can install the software for these apps on your PC and through that get connected to the printer enabling the iPhone or iPad to connect to the printer. Once connected you can print wireless from then on. There are dedicated apps that you can download from portals such as Xerox and Epson and they work in the same way enabling the printer to communicate with the mobile device. Once you have connected your iPad or iPhone to your printer and are ready to print try turning your attention to the cost of your ink cartridges. A compatible ink cartridge can be up to 70% less than the cost of a genuine cartridge. There are big savings to be made online and great rewards from many online suppliers for your repeat business.
How to print images of Cork Maritime Festival 2014 from your iphone
Cork’s Maritime Festival takes place from 31st May until 1st June 2014. This is Ireland’s long-distance rowing race and attracts thousands of visitors to the City every year with professional and amateur photographers alike keen to capture the festival in print. The festival takes place in Cork Harbour that just happens to be one of the largest natural harbours in the world. This celebration of Irelandās maritime culture and heritage is showcased to visitors from all around the world. Capturing memories of this special occasion on camera and paper will begin on Saturday 31st May as this premier long-distance race gets underway with an array of colourful boats. The Ocean to City Race is 28km long with the finish line at Lappās Quay.
Printing those action shots whether professional or amateur, will mean printing on good quality photographic paper and this can be expensive if you couple this with original brand ink cartridges in Cork. Visiting an ink shop in Cork to buy the photographic paper will give you the opportunity to enquire about using the compatible version of your cartridges. The compatible ink cartridges will considerably reduce the cost of printing dramatically especially if you print in ābest photoā mode. A good quality printing photographic paper is essential, as the ink will be easier dispersed on the paper whereas a bond paper will soak up the ink and give disappointing results.
There are basically 3 ways to print photos from your iphone:
- Use an AirPrint supported printer. Ant iphone 3GS or later will talk to an AirPrint printer. Most major printer brands have manufactured AirPrint compatible printers. You can also purchase compatible ink cartridges for your AirPrint printer.
- Go to the iTunes app store to find a printing app. For example download the free printing app HP ePrint. To use this app you will need a networked HP printer or any supported HP printer with an internet connection. If you do not have a HP printer you can download an app that works specifically with your printer and follow the instructions to begin printing.
- Print from MS Outlook. Set up a new mailbox in Outlook specifically for document you want to print or alternatively use automatic print email software that you can purchase online.
There is a lot of excitement locally as the festival start nears and the crowds descend on Cork and a helping hand from the weather will ensure a great festival for all. Happy photography.
- Published in Ink Cartridges in Cork