How do I configure AirPrint on iOS devices?

How do I configure AirPrint on iOS devices?


AirPrint is a convenient feature exclusive to Apple devices, enabling users to print high-quality output without the hassle of downloading and installing printer-specific drivers. With AirPrint, you can wirelessly print photos and documents directly from your iOS devices to any AirPrint-enabled printer connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
 
In enterprise settings, IT administrators have the capability to remotely add AirPrint printers to the printer list on iOS devices. WeGuard simplifies this process by allowing admins to pre-configure AirPrint settings on deployed iOS devices, eliminating the need for manual configuration on each device. This streamlined approach enhances efficiency and ensures seamless printing capabilities across the organization.

Pre-requisites


  • Apple devices running on iOS 7 and higher
  • Make sure that your printer supports AirPrint. You can find the list of supported printers in the list of AirPrint-enabled printers
  • Make sure the device and the printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.


Procedure to Configure an AirPrinter from the WeGuard Enterprise Portal


  • Login to the WeGuard Console.

  • Click on Policy Groups and choose the Policy.




  • Go to AirPrint and click on "+" button.



  • Add host name or IP address, port, and resource path.
TLS: Check this option to enable Transport Layer Security (TLS) to encrypt data when sent to the printer. This feature is available only on devices running iOS 11 and above.



  • Notice the printer configuration getting added to the policy, and click on Save and Continue.





Obtain the server IP address, port number, printer name, and resource path.

  • Connect a Mac to the local network where the AirPrint printer is located.
  • Open the Terminal app (located in the /Applications/Utilities folder).
  • In Terminal, enter ippfind, then press Return.
                 This command shows printer information such as the following:

  ipp://myprinter.local.:631/ipp/print

  • In this example, myprinter.local is the name of a printer, and /ipp/print is its resource path.
  • To get the IP address, enter the following command:

 ping myprinter.local (replace myprinter.local with the name of your printer).

                   Note the IP address information returned by the command in the format:
                          ping myprinter.local (192.168.0.1)
In this case, the IP address of the printer is 192.168.0.1, the port is 631, the printer name is myprinter.local, and the resource path is /ipp/print.
Note: These steps will only work on MacBooks.


How to print from your iOS device from AirPrint:


  • Select Application: Open the application from which you want to print on your iOS device.

  • Access the Print Option: Look for the print option within the application. If you can't locate it, consult the app's user guide, as not all applications support AirPrint.

  • Select Printer: Tap on "Select Printer," and you should see the name of the AirPrint-enabled printer listed. Choose the printer you want to use by tapping on its name.

  • Specify Copies and Pages: Provide the number of copies you need. If you're printing a document, you may also need to specify the number of pages to be printed.

  • Initiate Printing: Once you've configured the printing options, tap on "Print" to initiate the printing process. The selected image or document will be sent to the printer wirelessly via AirPrint.
Result: AirPrint configurations and printing from an iOS device are achieved.




We hope this article was useful. Thank you for reading.
For more WeGuard insights, please explore the Visual Knowledge- Base Series.
For more details, please visit https://www.weguard.com.
If you need any help on this, do call WeGuard Support at +1 (737) 931-1410, Ext. 102, or contact WeGuard Support via email or initiate chat.


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