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Add printer to AirPrint

Know how to add printer to AirPrint in easy steps

AirPrint Setup:

If you are facing problems with AirPrint setting and add printer to AirPrint, we are here to answer all your queries. Worry no more, we have the perfect solution for your difficulties with AirPrint setting. Just read on to know more.

When you connect an AirPrint setup and add air printer to a Wi-Fi network, you may print wirelessly from your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

Keep these in mind before implementing AirPrint setup
  • Confirm that your printer supports AirPrint setup. Refer to your printer's manufacturer for details.
  • Make sure your iPhone or iPad and your printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
FAQs
How to use AirPrint setting to operate printer
  • Launch the app from which you wish to print.
  • Select the Actions or Share Buttons tabs on the app to get the print option.
  • After swiping down, select the Print option. Check the User Guide or Help section of the programme if you are unable to locate the print option.
  • Select an AirPrint-capable printer by tapping on the option ‘No Printer Selected’.
  • Choose other options, such the pages you want to print and the number of copies.
  • Go to the upper right corner and select the Print option.
How to connect AirPrint setup to wifi

For Built-in display: AirPrint printers featuring a touchscreen or other integrated display (control panel) typically require you to choose or input your Wi-Fi network's name and password using the built-in display. For more information, see the printer's manuals.

For Wi-Fi Protected AirPrint Setup: For information on adding a WPS printer, consult the router's instructions if your Wi-Fi router isn't manufactured by Apple.

If you have an AirPort Base Station as your WiFi router:
  • Navigate to the Utilities folder within your Applications folder and launch AirPort Utility.
  • In AirPort Utility, choose your base station and, if required, input the base station password.
  • Select Base Station > Add WPS Printer from the navigation bar.
  • Choose "PIN" or "First attempt" as the WPS connection type to permit. Next, select "Continue."
  • In case you chose "First attempt," press the printer's WPS button. Click Done when the printer's MAC Address shows in AirPort Utility.
  • In the event that you chose "PIN," input the printer's PIN, which ought to be mentioned in the documentation that comes with the device.
  • Next, select "Continue." Click Done when the printer's MAC Address shows in AirPort Utility.
You might also be able to set up Wi-Fi printing via a USB connection if the printer can establish a connection with your Mac via USB. Steps to follow:
  • Using the proper USB cable, connect the printer to your Mac.
  • Make sure the Mac software included with the printer includes a printer setup assistant before installing it.
  • To connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network, use the printer setup assistant. For more information, see the printer's manuals.
  • Unplug the printer's USB wire from the Mac. The printer ought to stay linked to the wireless network.
To enable Wi-Fi printing, you might be able to use the printer's built-in ad hoc wireless network:
  • Make sure the Mac software included with the printer includes a printer setup assistant before installing it.
  • Verify that the ad hoc Wi-Fi network connected to the printer is active. For more information, see the printer's manuals.
  • Click the Wi-Fi icon in the menu bar to open the Wi-Fi menu on your Mac. Next, choose the name of the printer's ad hoc Wi-Fi network. Your Mac will not be able to access the Internet or other services on your regular Wi-Fi network while it is connected to the printer's network.
  • To connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network, use the printer setup assistant. For more information, see the printer's manuals. Before the printer connects to the network, it could restart.
  • Return to your Mac's Wi-Fi menu and select your Wi-Fi network once more.