Michal Ždanský The update to iOS 4.2 brought, among other things, a new function: wireless printing, the so-called "AirPrint". Unfortunately, it supports only a few models from HP. So if you are not one of the lucky owners of a supported printer, we have instructions for you on how to print via AirPrint on any printer connected to your computer.
Mac
Mac OS X 10.6.5 and higher must be installed for operation
- Download this file archive: Download
- Now you need to copy these files to the folder usr, which is normally hidden. You can make it visible with a command via Terminal. So open Terminal.app and type the command: open -a Finder /usr/
- Copy the files from the archive to the corresponding directories:
/usr/libexec/cups/filter/urftopdf
/usr/share/cups/mime/apple.convs
/usr/share/cups/mime/apple.types - Z Printing Preferences remove the printers you want to use.
- Restart.
- Add your printer back and activate printer sharing.
- You should now be printing via AirPrint.
Windows
For Windows users, the procedure is a little easier. It needs to be installed iTunes 10.1 and enabled administrator rights. At the same time, the printer for which you want to use AirPrint must be shared.
- Download the AirPrint for Windows installer here: Download
- Right-click the downloaded installer and select “Run as administrator”
- A simple installation will start. Follow the instructions of the installer.
- When the Windows Firewall warning window appears after installation, press the “Allow access” button
- Your printer should now be ready for AirPrint.
Thanks to our reader for the tip Jiří Bartoňek.
Hello, can I ask how I should enter the data in the terminal when it keeps telling me: command not found? thanks for advice :)
Check that you have written it correctly. That command should open the "usr" folder in Finder. I tried it myself and it works.
Well, I tried it now and now it says: Unable to find application named Finder/usr/ :( I really don't know what I'm doing wrong :)
what you're doing wrong is not putting a space between Finder and /usr/
Is it possible to print from an iPad/iPhone to a network printer connected to the home wifi network? Connected via LAN directly to the router? Or just such a printer cannot do without prime AirPrint support directly from the manufacturer (as it is in the article, only some HP printers)?
If the printer does not directly support AirPrint, then the only way is the one from the manual
I don't know, but I have a Canon PIXMA MP-640 inkjet multifunction with built-in WiFi connected wirelessly to the TimeCapsule and I print via AirPrint from both iPhone and iPad without any modifications, patches or other finishing touches.
What is TimeCapsule?
http://www.apple.com/timecapsule/
In this case, however, you do not need to have the Wifi printer, because Wifi will be provided by TimeCapsule.
Couldn't AirPlay be done this way too? That I would stream music from my MacBook from iTunes to an XP laptop in the next room?
the answer is iTunes home sharing...you will then see music from the iTunes library on the Macbook in iTunes on the XP device
I would like to ask if the computer must be switched on with this instruction in order to be able to print from an iPhone or from an iPad? If so, I solved it myself more elegantly with the "AirPrint Activator" program...
Unfortunately, this is not possible without a running computer.
thanks for the great tip
with AirPrint Activator I didn't break it up, with your tip for 1x
I also confirm that this procedure is correct and works without problems, thank you :)
It can't be installed on win either XP or 7. It ends with a message. I don't have the patience to look up what it is if you're dealing with it. Thanks
Hello, on WinXP the installation ends with error 1722, can I please do something about it? I have the latest iTunes installed, I run the installation as an administrator, but even then I always end up with this error. Unfortunately, my English is not the best for finding solutions on foreign language sites, so thanks a lot for any answer, advice and help.
The error should be in the Microsoft MSI Installer. You can find the latest version at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/893803
Try to install it, reboot to be sure and try to install again
You need to run the installer as administrator……
It is not enough straight away, even if there is an icon that it will be launched that way. It has to be hard!!!!
When installing in Vista:
“Microsoft .NET Framework
An unhandled exception occurred in an application component. If you click continue, the app will ignore this error and try to continue (when I give continue, the table reappears). If you click the end button, the application will be closed immediately.
An attempt was made to read or write to protected memory. This is usually an indication that additional memory has been corrupted."
The program installs, but printing via AirPrint does not work - it indicates no printer.
I tried uninstall/reboot/install but with the same result.
Any advice?
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don't you know how to remove the fact that the printer on my iPhone keeps showing locked and can't print???
Success. I have the same problem as you, the printer has a lock icon next to it and I can't print. Have you broken up yet? What was it? Thanks for the info.
Hello, I tried to start it, but it doesn't work. I also tried the AirPrint activator and nothing... Now it's like I can see the printer, but there is a "pulley" with it, like it's locked. Could someone give me some advice? I really don't know how to deal with it anymore….
Otherwise, Win XP and a WiFi printer HP LaserJet P1102w
Hello, I have the same problem as Tomek :( don't you know how to do it?
Won't it be due to authorization?
The developer's website says that it only works with new hp printers. I am having bad luck with my epson…
After this procedure on the HP LaserJet P1005, I not only can't use AirPrint, but also print under MAC OS :/ any ideas?
Hello,
thanks to your instructions, I can finally see the printer on the iPad, but when I choose the printer, it asks for a username and password. I haven't set any anywhere and I can't even figure out what password and username it requires. Thank you for answer.
Hello, you just need to enter your username and password on your computer. I've tried it. I can print directly from the iPad. Unfortunately, the air print application must be running on the PC and the air print folder will be started from the program files.
I'm asking for advice on how to print from an iPad on a canon pixma mg 4150 printer, it supports AirPrint, I just don't know what to do to make the printer visible :-) thank you. Dana
Hello, I bought an iPad a month ago and I'm totally confused about printing, I have a Canon MP 640 printer connected to the router and it can't be seen from the iPad, so it doesn't print and even after installing Air Print universal it doesn't work. I still have a Xerox 3117 laser printer connected to the WD NETCENTER and I can't print here either and I can't even find the Net center. I don't know if it's unsolvable for Apl or I'm just ignorant. Does anyone know how to proceed with this? I have studied all the instructions and discussion forums and it still doesn't work. Please does anyone know how to do this. and thanks in advance for any info.
Hi, there is no download link for AIRPRINT for WIN. Can anyone tell me where I can download the program? Or is there something new?
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