Printing at The University of Texas at Austin is straightforward and convenient, offering several options to suit your needs, whether you are using a library workstation or your own device. This guide will walk you through the various methods available for Ut Austin Printing, ensuring you can easily print your documents on campus.
Printing from Library Public Workstations
For quick prints while you are on campus, UT Libraries provide public workstations equipped for printing. Here’s how to print from these computers:
- Initiate Print: From the application you are using, select File then Print.
- Choose a Printer Queue: You will see three printer queue options. Select the one that matches your printing needs:
- UT Lib BW Printer: For black and white printing.
- UT Lib Color Printer: For color prints.
- UT Lib Ledger Printer: For larger format prints (available at the Perry-Castañeda Library (PCL) and the Fine Arts Library).
- Name Your Job: A pop-up window will appear, prompting you to enter a name for your print job. This will help you identify your document at the release station.
- Go to a Print Release Station: Proceed to any library print release station within the UT Austin Libraries system.
- Login at the Release Station: Swipe your UT EID card through the card reader or log in manually using your UT EID and password on the release station interface.
- Release Your Print Job: Find your named job in the print queue displayed on the screen. Select it and click the Print button to finalize and collect your prints.
Printing from Your Own Device
UT Austin printing services extend to your personal devices, offering flexible solutions for printing from laptops, tablets, and smartphones. You can utilize web printing, email printing, or the Pharos printing app.
Web Printing with MyPrintCenter
MyPrintCenter offers a web-based platform for uploading and managing your print jobs. This is an excellent option for printing documents from your laptop or desktop.
Printing Steps via MyPrintCenter:
- Access MyPrintCenter: Open your web browser and go to https://print.lib.utexas.edu/.
- Log In: Enter your UT EID and password to log in to the MyPrintCenter portal.
- Upload Your Document: Click the Upload button and select the file you wish to print from your device. MyPrintCenter supports files up to 50MB.
- Visit a Print Release Station: Once uploaded, go to any UT Austin library print release station.
- Login and Print: Swipe your UT EID or log in with your credentials at the release station.
- Select and Print Job: Choose your uploaded job from the queue and click Print to release your document.
Customizable Print Options in MyPrintCenter:
MyPrintCenter allows you to adjust several print settings before releasing your job:
- Color Options: Switch between Black & White and Color printing.
- Side Options: Choose Single-sided or Double-sided printing.
- Pages per Side: Print 1 page or 2 pages per side.
- Number of Copies: Specify the number of copies needed.
- Page Range: Select a specific range of pages to print.
Supported Browsers and File Formats:
MyPrintCenter is compatible with current versions of major web browsers including IE, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Apple Safari. It supports a wide range of file formats, including:
- Microsoft Office Documents: Word, Excel, PowerPoint (.doc, .dot, .docx, .rtf, .eml, .xls, .xlt, .xlsx, .csv, .ppt, .pptx, .pptm)
- Image Files: (.jpg, .png, .gif, .bmp)
- Text Files: (.txt)
- PDF Documents: (.pdf)
- Limited HTML: Supports HTML within email bodies, but not external links or attachments for security reasons.
Printing via Email
Email printing offers another convenient method for UT Austin printing. You can send print jobs directly from your email account to the library printers.
How to Send a Print Job via Email:
- Create a New Email: Open your email client and compose a new email. Attach the document you intend to print. Both the email body and attachments can be printed. Be mindful of the size limits: 50MB per attachment, 10 attachments per email, and a limit of 100 emails per day.
- Send to Mobile Print Email: Send your email to [email protected].
- Confirmation Email: Once your job is processed and ready, you will receive a confirmation email. First-time users may need to register their email address (see below).
- Go to a Print Release Station: Proceed to any library print release station at UT Austin.
- Login and Print: Swipe your UT EID or log in at the print release station.
- Release Your Job: Select your email print job from the queue and click Print.
Registering Your Email Address for First-Time Users:
For security, first-time email printing users need to register their email address with their UT EID in MyPrintCenter.
Email Registration Steps:
- Automatic Registration Email: If your email is not registered, you will receive a reply email after sending your first print job to Mobile Print.
- Click Registration Link: Click the registration link provided in the reply email. This will redirect you to MyPrintCenter.
- Log in to MyPrintCenter: Log in using your UT EID and password. A confirmation message will indicate that your email address has been successfully linked to your account.
- Click OK: Click OK to complete the registration. You can register multiple email addresses if needed.
Pharos Printing App (iOS and Android)
The Pharos Print app enhances mobile printing at UT Austin, allowing you to submit print jobs and release them by scanning a QR code at the printer.
Using the Pharos Print App:
- Download the App: Download the Pharos Print app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
- Connect to UT Austin Server: Configure the app to connect to the library’s Pharos MobilePrint server using the following details:
- Server Name: print.lib.utexas.edu
- Server Port: 443
- Authenticate: Enter your UT EID and password when prompted in the app.
- Submit Print Jobs: Manage submitted jobs directly in the app. You can upload documents using the “Open In” feature on iOS or the upload button on Android.
- Print via QR Code: Once you select your document, tap the top right icon (yellow bar) to activate the camera. Scan the QR code located on any library printer to send your job to that specific printer for immediate release.
Supported File Formats for Pharos App:
- Microsoft Office Documents: Word, Excel and PowerPoint (.doc, .dot, .docx, .rtf, .eml, .xls, .xlt, .xlsx, .csv, .ppt, .pptx, .pptm)
- PDF Files
- Images: (JPG, GIF, PNG, BMP)
- Text Files: (CSV, RTF & TXT)
- OpenOffice documents
Conclusion
UT Austin printing services are designed to be user-friendly and accessible, offering diverse methods from traditional workstation printing to modern mobile solutions. Whether you are working in the library or printing from your own device, UT Austin provides the tools you need for efficient and reliable printing on campus. Choose the method that best fits your current needs and enjoy seamless printing across UT Austin Libraries.
