How to print text on a printer from a computer
Computer technology makes it possible to perform various tasks in a short time, and the advent of the Internet has significantly expanded the range of possibilities. Now the workflow does not take much time and effort. A computer is a complex technical device that combines many functions, however, additional equipment is required to carry out the work. All devices are divided into devices for input and output of information. In the process of work, it can be transformed, change format and stored on media.
In this article we will talk about an indispensable device for transferring data from a laptop to paper. We'll talk about printers. This technique has become especially relevant in conditions of large use of paper media.
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How to print a document from a computer?
First, let's look at the standard method of connecting and setting up for printing a document from a computer database. In the future, when describing methods of work, this method will be taken as a basis. First you need to perform the following manipulations:
- Connect the computer and printer using wires to a power source. After this, pair the devices with each other using any of the available connection methods.
- Using the special installation disk that comes with the purchased equipment, install software and drivers to ensure the workflow. Follow the installation wizard's instructions in the dialog box that opens when you launch the disk.
- Go to the printer menu and settings. Adjust all necessary values as desired. Typically, all settings are set to standard mode; if desired, you can change them in accordance with the requirements for the printed files.
Do not perform other actions during the connection and installation process, and do not turn off the computer until it is fully loaded. After this, you can start printing documents stored in the computer database. This can be done as follows:
- Go to the folder with the required document, you can also download files from a removable storage device.
- Open the desired file, go to Microsoft office to format.
- After that, submit the final version of the document for work by clicking the appropriate button.
- Confirm your actions in the print queue dialog box that opens.
- Wait until the file is completely printed, after which you can proceed with further actions.
Using this algorithm, you can print any document of the desired format. In the future, we will look at the printer’s capabilities when working with other files.
Important! Monitor the status of ink and paper supply in the feed slot. Don't forget to replenish these consumables to keep the printer running.
How to print online?
Modern equipment has access to the network, this allows you to use additional capabilities of the technology.A network printer connects to a local group to quickly communicate with other users and perform consistent work. When printing pages from the Internet, you must use one of the following options:
- When you go to a website page, select the print version; usually this button is located on the page itself. After this, the file will open for printing.
- If this button is not there, you can try to take a screenshot of the screen, but in this case, advertising records will be saved along with useful information.
- Another example is using the copy function. Copy all or part of the text. After this, transfer the data to format and customize the resulting display on paper.
After selecting one of the options, connect the device to a power source and start printing the document. When working in a local group using network access, you need to check the system settings. From the “devices and printers” menu item, select the equipment to which the file will be output for printing.
Important! When connecting multiple devices to one printer, you must turn on the main computer, which is the server for transmitting information.
PDF. The process of printing files in PDF format is practically no different from the classic method. You need to follow the steps described above to connect the equipment, then go to the settings:
- Click the appropriate button to send the file for printing.
- Select a work option: all pages, current or selected sheets.
- After this, configure the necessary parameters for location and size. Create the required number of copies.
- Start the printer and wait for the result.
Photo. There shouldn't be any difficulties with printing photos either. If you want to print an image, make sure you have color ink or toner, depending on your printer model. After that, select the file you are interested in and send it to the print queue.
You can also carry out this action using a regular text editor. To do this, copy the image, paste it into the editor field, change the size and location on the page. After that, start printing. To get high-quality photographs, use special photo paper for this purpose.
How to print on both sides. Sometimes you need to print documents so that both sides of the paper are used. This is necessary when creating postcards or simply to save materials. Most modern models have a two-sided printing function, but even if it is absent, this printing method can be carried out. To do this, use the step-by-step instructions:
- Go to the desired file that needs to be printed. Click on the "print" button, usually located in the upper left corner of the screen. Click on the options and from the proposed list, select the option of duplex printing (with a flip to the right or left edge of the sheet). Then load paper correctly into the feed slot.
- If this option is not available, set the page selection parameters to “1” to print odd-numbered pages first. Then load the sheets into the blank side fill compartment. Enter the page value “2”, this will fill the second half of the pages. After this, parse the finished document in the correct sequence.
- If the document is small, you can make a manual duplex printout.To do this, load one sheet of paper into the paper feed slot, then press the button. After an imprint appears on one side, turn the sheet over to fill in the second part. So make a printout of the entire document.
Important! Different models have their own peculiarities when applying a print, so the correct position of the paper can only be determined by experience.
How to print from your phone. Modern technologies never cease to amaze users. Nowadays, thanks to the use of advanced developments, almost any work can be completed in a short time. One of the important functions is printing documents or photos from the phone's memory. There are several ways to do this:
- The easiest way is to connect your phone using a USB data cable.
- If your devices support Wi-Fi, you can use this option.
- You can also download the necessary files from cloud storage.
After entering the data into the PC memory, you can begin editing documents. When the final look is ready, simply submit the file for rendering.
Recommendations
Working with the printer is not difficult even for beginners. Read the instructions to become familiar with the operating principle and operating features of the equipment. It will also be useful to use some tips:
- Once a month, conduct a complete inspection and diagnostics of the equipment in order to identify deficiencies and eliminate them if possible.
- Find out about new developments and gather information about technology capabilities to improve print quality and productivity.
- Periodically clean your equipment from accumulated debris, dust, ink residues and crumpled paper.
- Do not use the device with computers and removable media without an antivirus.
- Keep your software and drivers up to date.
- To maintain the warranty, do not repair or replace parts yourself; contact a service center for help.