Guide explaining two methods for printing from Android device. The first method is to use Google Cloud Print to print from the Andro...
Guide explaining two methods for printing from Android device. The first method is to use Google Cloud Print to print from the Android phone; The second method is to print using the printer manufacturer's application.
If you print frequently and you are looking for a convenient way to print from your phone, here are two different methods for printing from your Android phone for free. In fact, Google offers a free and easy solution :
Method No. 1:
USE GOOGLE CLOUD PRINT TO PRINT FROM SMARTPHONE ANDROID
Google Cloud Print is the ideal print solution for all devices that are devoid of this feature. It can be used on all Android devices and Chromebooks. However, you must first add the printer to the Google Cloud Print website.
To prepare your printer and phone for printing, go to the Google Cloud Print website. You will immediately be given the option to add the printer. There will be two options, "Add Classic Printer" and "Add Printer Ready for Cloud".
Add Classic Printer: These are the old printers that need to be connected to a PC to work. If you have a Classic printer, you must keep it connected to your PC and make sure that Chrome is open on your PC. If the PC is off or not connected to any network, the command will not run until it is connected. Google will provide you with all the instructions on how to add the classic printer for cloud printing.
Add Printer Ready to Cloud: These are the latest built-in Wi-Fi printers. They do not require any special configuration or a connected PC. They will connect directly to the phone. If you have a Wi-Fi enabled printer, you will probably be configured for Cloud Printing. To confirm, just click "Add Printer Ready for Cloud" and you will see all supported printers under the manufacturer's name. Here, look for the printer model. The instructions for setting up the specific printer for cloud printing will be available in the link below the printer manufacturer's name.
Now that the printer is ready and connected, it's time to configure your Android device. All you have to do is download the Google Cloud Print app from the Google Play Store.
Please note: You must ensure that you are using the same Google Account on your Android phone that was used to register the printer.
If your Google Cloud Print app is not compatible with your phone, or if you are looking for more features, then you can also use third-party applications such as "Cloud Print Plus".
