In this article, you will find out how to print your photos directly from your smartphone using the best print apps. Show
RICOH Smart Device ConnectorThe Ricoh Smart Device Connector is an app that allows you to print a web page you are viewing on your phone or a file you have saved. Simply download and install the application. Make sure your phone and printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Select the Print option and the app will search for printers available via Bluetooth or the Wifi network. You can also set it up to access your Google Drive or Dropbox files. With the RICOH Smart Device Connector you can also scan files as well as make presentations from files saved in your cell phone if the projector has a Bluetooth connection. You can also connect to smart screens, for example from a Smart TV. © Google Play StorePrinterShare is another tool that works to wirelessly connect your cell phone to a printer. It is important to note that the printers should be relatively recent models with a wireless option. Bluetooth PrintBluetooth Print is an app that, as its name suggests, allows you to run a print from your mobile phone using Bluetooth. It’s only available for Android. © Google Play StoreWhat are other printer programs?Most printer manufacturers already have a system in place to enable remote printing from a portable device such as a computer, tablet or mobile phone. How to use printer programs?
Some of the most common printer apps are listed below, you can download them by clicking on the name and following the link: HP Epson Canon How does the Samsung print service plugin work?If you have a recent Samsung Galaxy phone you can configure it with your printer (HP, Brother, Lexmark and Canon among others) to send a file to print files remotely. You'll need both devices connected to the same wireless network, without having to use Google Cloud Print and without installing another application or driver. Go to Settings > Connections > More Connection Settings > Print</bold>. In the Print Options menu, click on + Download plugin and choose the plugin you want to install (all manufacturers are present). If you have a Samsung printer, download the official Samsung Print Service Plugin. The same principle applies for other brands. Once you have installed the plugin, go back to Print Options, select Samsung Print Service Plugin and activate the option. Your smartphone will then search for compatible Samsung printers that are connected to the same wifi network. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is installed by default on most Samsung smartphones, but the application is also compatible with other Android devices (as of v 4.4). You can download the Samsung Print Service Plugin from the Google Play Store. Do you need more help with your printer? Check out our forum! Actions This document is for HP printers and Android smartphones or tablets. Print from your Android device with a USB On-The-Go (OTG) cable connected to your HP printer. note:
Step 1: Check the requirementsBefore you print with a USB OTG cable, make sure the printer and your Android device meet the following requirements:
Step 2: Connect the USB OTG cable to your printer and Android deviceTurn on the printer, then connect the USB OTG cable to your printer and Android device.
Your Android device is now ready to print using the USB OTG connection. Step 3: Print from your Android devicePrint photos, documents, emails, or webpages from your Android device using the USB OTG cable connection. note: Print documents or photos saved on your devicePrint documents or images saved in Files, Google Docs, Gallery, Photos, etc. from your Android device.
Print email, webpages, or files saved in cloud storage from your devicePrint an email, webpage, or documents or photos saved in a cloud storage account such as Google Drive from your Android device.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)Refer to these frequently asked questions for more information about the HP Print Service Plugin for Android devices. Does my HP printer support printing from USB OTG?Most HP printers with a USB port support printing from a USB OTG. Consult the following list for HP printers that do not support printing from a USB OTG cable:
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What if I cannot print to my printer?When a print job does not print, make sure your Android device, printer, and cables are working and ready for printing.
What other mobile printing solutions can I use with my Android device?For more information about other mobile printing solutions for your Android device, go to HP Mobile Printing. United States hp-detect-load-my-device-portletActions How do I connect my HP printer to my phone without WiFi?You will have to make sure that the printer you are using features a Bluetooth receiver. After you have confirmed the existence of Bluetooth, activate the Bluetooth connection. Head into your phone and pair the device with your best wireless printer for home using the Bluetooth section of the settings app.
How do I connect my HP printer to my Android phone?How to print from your Android phone using WiFi Direct. Download the HP Print Service Plugin from the Google Play Store and install it on your device.. Get the WiFi Direct printer name. Every HP printer with WiFi Direct has a unique name and password. ... . Use the apps to print. ... . Select your printer. ... . Wait for connection and print.. How do I print from my phone to my HP printer using cable?Must have: HP Printer (Powered On). Connect the USB (Male) of the printer to the USB (female) socket of the OTG cable.. Connect the OTG cable to Android Device.. A pop up will appear on your android screen, tap the option to select the HP Print Service Plugin as default then tap ok.. |