9 Quick Steps to Connect and Print from an iPad

Quickly print documents, photos, and more from your iPad

Written by Rain Kengly

Last Updated: March 30, 2024 Fact Checked

Do you need to print something from your iPad? As long as you have an AirPrint-enabled printer, it's easy! You'll just need to make sure your iPad is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your printer before you begin. If you don't have an AirPrint printer, you can download your printer's mobile app. This wikiHow teaches you how to print from an iPad, iPad Pro, Mini, or Air.

Quick Steps

Open the photo or file you want to print.
Tap the Share button.
Scroll down and tap Print .
Tap Print and select an AirPrint-enabled printer.
Tap Print in the top-right corner.

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Make sure you have an AirPrint-supported printer. Check your printer's manual or manufacturer's website to double-check its capabilities.
- Your printer and your phone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. ^{[1]
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- Your printer may need to be set up before you can print wirelessly. Since this process will vary depending on your printer model, consult your printer's manual to see what you need to do in order to set up your printer.
- If you don't own an AirPrint compatible printer, you can download your printer's mobile app instead. You'll just need to set up the app and link your printer to your iPad.
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Open an app that supports AirPrint . Most apps from Apple fit this category, including Mail, Safari, and Photos. You can also print emails, documents, and pictures from your Files app .
- For example, open Photos to print a photo from your Camera Roll.
- If you're using your printer's mobile app, skip to the next step.
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If you're in the Photos app, tap a photo. If you're in the Mail app or Files app, click on a document or file.
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"Share". This icon and location may look different depending on the app. You may also see a left-facing arrow or ••• .
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Scroll down and tap Print . This may also look like a printer icon. If the app doesn't support AirPrint, you won't see this.
- If you're using a printer app, select the icon from the Share menu. You may need to swipe through the list of suggested apps to find it. The item will open in the printer app.
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Tap Printer . This is at the top of the menu.
- A pop-up menu will open with available printers.
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Tap the AirPrint-enabled printer. This should be in the list. If you don't see your printer, make sure the printer is on the same Wi-Fi network as your iPad.
- You can also bring your iPad closer to the printer.
- If you're using a printer app, select your printer.
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Use the - and + button to specify the number of copies you want to print. You can also adjust the Paper Size, Orientation, Scaling, and Layout.
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Tap Print . This is in the top-right corner. The file will begin to print from your iPad.
- To view your print job, swipe up or double-press the Home button to open the App Switcher. Navigate to the Print Center app.
- To cancel a print job, tap it in the Print Order list. Then, tap Cancel Printing .

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Can I print to file on an iPad Air?

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Yes. If you have a wireless printer that connects via wifi, once you get your iPad on the same wifi as the printer, you can hit print and select the right printer.

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Depending on the type of printer it is, you can connect via USB, Bluetooth or WiFi. If you want your iPad to remember your printer via WiFi, your printer and iPad must be on the same WiFi network. When they are both on the same network, simply select "Print" on your iPad, then "Select Printer," and then choose your printer as it shows up on the list.

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Yes, it will work if you manage to connect it. Try using a basic printer, as it's easier to connect to an iOS.

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