To connect your iPhone to a wireless printer and print, follow these main methods:
Method 1: Use AirPrint (Recommended for AirPrint-compatible printers)
- Ensure your iPhone and printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open the app on your iPhone with the document, photo, or email you want to print.
- Tap the Share icon (a square with an arrow pointing up).
- Scroll down and tap Print.
- Select your AirPrint-enabled printer from the list.
- Adjust print options if needed (copies, pages, etc.).
- Tap Print to start printing
Method 2: Use the Printer Manufacturer’s App
- Download the printer’s app from the App Store (e.g., HP Smart, Canon Print).
- Open the app and follow the instructions to connect your iPhone to the printer (both devices should be on the same Wi-Fi).
- Select the document or photo to print within the app.
- Adjust settings and tap the print button to print
Method 3: Connect via Wi-Fi Direct (if AirPrint is not available)
- Turn on your printer and enable Wi-Fi Direct mode (check printer manual).
- On your iPhone, go to Settings > Wi-Fi, then connect to the printer’s Wi-Fi Direct network.
- Open the file you want to print.
- Tap the Share icon and select Print.
- Choose the connected printer and print.
- After printing, reconnect your iPhone to your regular Wi-Fi network
Additional Option: Bluetooth Printing
- Some printers support Bluetooth. Enable Bluetooth on both your iPhone and printer.
- Pair the devices via Settings > Bluetooth on your iPhone.
- Once connected, print from your desired app by selecting the printer
Tips:
- Make sure your printer’s firmware is up to date for best compatibility.
- Both iPhone and printer must be on the same Wi-Fi network for AirPrint or manufacturer app printing.
- If your printer is not AirPrint-compatible and no app is available, third-party apps like Printer Pro can help enable wireless printing
This covers the easiest and most common ways to wirelessly connect your iPhone to a printer and print documents or photos directly.
