PRINTING FROM IPAD

Printing from iPad is possible in a few different ways. The one that Apple offers is AirPrint, which only works with certain AirPrint-compatible HP printers. There’s also a mod for printing from any computer in your network, and third-party apps.

AirPrint, Apple’s program, allows you to print e-mails, web pages, documents, and photos easily from your iPad. With this program, you don’t have to download any software, install drivers, or connect cables. Printing is wireless and done through your Wi-Fi network by detecting AirPrint compatible printers. It is done in the background, so you can continue doing other things with your iPad while printing your documents.

If you don’t have an AirPrint-compatible printer, you can use this mod. Make sure you have the most recent version of iTunes and latest iOS on your iPad (this also works with iPhone or iPod Touch).

1. Copy the AirPrint Hackivator (here: http://netputing.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/AirPrintHacktivator-v1.7.1.zip) software into your applications folder, then start the AirPrint app.
2. Switch “On”
3. Enter administrator password
4. Print & Fax will open in Settings, and you’ll be able to add the printer here

Third-party applications for printing from iPad range from paid to free. Paid apps include PrintCentral (5.5 MB for $9.99) and Print n Share (8.6 MB for $8.99). These allow you to print directly from most Wi-Fi or shared printers. They’re best and most reliable, since
most of the free or cheaper apps will only print from a certain make of printer or only support one file format (eg., photos).

When looking for how to print from iPad options, there are many solutions that are available. Many of these options to printing from your iPad are available from Apple or their App Store. These will include AirPrint, the Print App and Epson iPrint depending on your preference.

AirPrint
To use AirPrint with your iPad you will require iOS version 4.2 or later and a printer that is compatible with AirPrint. You will then need to verify that WiFi is enabled and that you are currently connected to your network on your iPad and printer. The option for AirPrint will need to be enabled. Open an app on your iPad and select the option to print.

Print (App)
Users of the Apple iPad can download and use the Print app from Apple's App Store. This is an app that allows a user to print to WiFi enabled printer without any additional software. The app will require iOS version 3.0 or higher.

Epson iPrint (App)
Users that have a wireless Epson printer can download and use the Epson iPrint app. This app requires iOS version 4.1 or higher to work correctly. However, this app is only compatible with wireless printers from Epson.

Additional Information
Search the Apple App Store for more apps that you can use for the iPad printing. The apps will need a connection to a wireless printer to work correctly. If you do not have a wireless printer that is able to support WiFi, your iPad will not print.