Niku
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Q: How can I print from my iPad

THis question has been asked before, but I'm asking again because it appears that the capabilities of the iPad were limited in 2012. I want to get the latest information. Bacically,, I want to be able to print anything that appears on my iPad screen.

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Posted on Apr 23, 2016 1:41 PM

by Meg St._Clair,Solvedanswer
Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair
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A:

Printing options depend on the type of printer you have. If you have an Airprint capable printer, start here:

 

About AirPrint - Apple Support

 

If you have some other sort of printer, check the App Store to see if there is an app that supports the printer.

 

To print exactly what's on the screen, take a screen shot by tapping the Home and power buttons at the same time. Print the resultant picture.

Posted on Apr 23, 2016 1:52 PM

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  • by Allan Eckert,

    Allan Eckert Allan Eckert Apr 23, 2016 1:49 PM in response to Niku
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    Apr 23, 2016 1:49 PM in response to Niku

    What printer are you trying to print to from the iPad?

  • by Meg St._Clair,Solvedanswer

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair Apr 23, 2016 1:52 PM in response to Niku
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    Apr 23, 2016 1:52 PM in response to Niku

    Printing options depend on the type of printer you have. If you have an Airprint capable printer, start here:

     

    About AirPrint - Apple Support

     

    If you have some other sort of printer, check the App Store to see if there is an app that supports the printer.

     

    To print exactly what's on the screen, take a screen shot by tapping the Home and power buttons at the same time. Print the resultant picture.

  • by Niku,

    Niku Niku Apr 23, 2016 4:02 PM in response to Allan Eckert
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    Apr 23, 2016 4:02 PM in response to Allan Eckert

    I had no idea that it was going to be this complicated, but I have a Canon Pixma MX922. It's called a three-in-one.

  • by Niku,

    Niku Niku Apr 23, 2016 4:05 PM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    Apr 23, 2016 4:05 PM in response to Meg St._Clair

    i Have Airplane Mode shown in the settings. is that what you're talking about?

  • by Templeton Peck,

    Templeton Peck Templeton Peck Apr 23, 2016 4:23 PM in response to Niku
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    Apr 23, 2016 4:23 PM in response to Niku

    Niku wrote:

     

    I had no idea that it was going to be this complicated

     

     

    Complicated?  Hardly.

    Assuming your printer support Airprint, read the article that Meg already linked and be on your way.

    About AirPrint - Apple Support

  • by Meg St._Clair,

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair Apr 23, 2016 4:22 PM in response to Niku
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    Apr 23, 2016 4:22 PM in response to Niku

    Niku wrote:

     

    i Have Airplane Mode shown in the settings. is that what you're talking about?

    No. Airplane mode disables the radios on your phone. It has nothing to do with printing (other than if you have WiFi turned off, you won't be able to use AirPrint). Printing uses AirPrint. Did you read the article I linked to?

  • by Niku,

    Niku Niku Apr 23, 2016 4:56 PM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    Apr 23, 2016 4:56 PM in response to Meg St._Clair

    NO, I did nor read the article because both of you said to do so IF I am able to use AirPrint, and I don't even know what AirPrint is. How can I determine if My computer uses AirPrint?

  • by Niku,

    Niku Niku Apr 23, 2016 5:22 PM in response to Niku
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    Apr 23, 2016 5:22 PM in response to Niku

    OKay, I just learned that my iPad operating system does include Airprint, so I guess I'll be able to coast on in. I have iOS 9.3.1 installed in my iPad, and AirPrint has been incorporated in iOS since iOS 4.2.  So unless I'm missing something, which is possible, I'm all set. However, it's been a long day, so I'll do it tomorrow. Thanks for your help.

  • by Meg St._Clair,

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair Apr 23, 2016 5:51 PM in response to Niku
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    Apr 23, 2016 5:51 PM in response to Niku

    Niku wrote:

     

    NO, I did nor read the article because both of you said to do so IF I am able to use AirPrint, and I don't even know what AirPrint is. How can I determine if My computer uses AirPrint?

    The article explains AirPrint. Do you have an AirPrint capable printer?

  • by Niku,

    Niku Niku Apr 24, 2016 9:40 AM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    Apr 24, 2016 9:40 AM in response to Meg St._Clair

    It can be done. I don't like the procedure, but if I do it often enough to make it second nature, it should be okay. In any event, I have now printed two images on my Canon printer with my iPad, and I might print more, since my iMac  is now down (it's making funny noises that Apple Care says will require a trip to an Apple Store to fix). I might even download a printing app.

  • by Meg St._Clair,

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair Apr 24, 2016 9:59 AM in response to Niku
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    Apr 24, 2016 9:59 AM in response to Niku

    Glad you got it working!