UW Print: Your Guide to Printing at UW Bothell & Cascadia College Library

Navigating printing services on campus can be straightforward once you know the ropes. This guide explains everything University of Washington (UW) Bothell and Cascadia College students need to know about printing in the Library’s Information Commons, focusing on utilizing the “Uw Print” system efficiently.

Printing for UW Bothell Students: Utilizing Dawg Prints

UW Bothell students utilize the “Dawg Prints” system for printing in the library. This system is a fee-for-print service, ensuring convenient access to both black & white and color printing.

Understanding the Dawg Prints System and Costs

Dawg Prints operates on a per-page cost basis. For standard letter-size paper, the pricing is as follows:

• Black & White (Single-sided): $0.16 per page
• Black & White (Double-sided): $0.31 per sheet (two pages)
• Color (Single-sided): $0.50 per page
• Color (Double-sided): $1.00 per sheet (two pages)

It’s important to note that library printers exclusively use letter-size paper.

Step-by-Step Guide to Printing for UW Bothell Students

1. Prepare Your Document: Crucially, avoid printing directly from a web browser. Whether it’s a Word document, PDF, or Excel spreadsheet, save the file to the computer first. Then, open the saved file in its respective application (e.g., Microsoft Word for .docx files, Adobe Acrobat Reader for PDFs). Printing directly from a browser can lead to formatting issues and printing failures.

2. Select Print and Choose Your Printer: From within the application, go to ‘File’ and then ‘Print’. Choose the appropriate printer for your needs – black & white or color.

3. Enter Print Job Details: This step is vital. In the “Print Job Details” dialog box, you MUST enter either a specific owner name or your UW NetID. Ensure you type this information exactly as you will enter it at the Print Release Station. This is how the system identifies your print job.

4. Print from Your Own Device (Optional): To print from your personal laptop on campus, you have two options:

   • Install Traditional Print Drivers: You can install UW’s traditional print drivers on your laptop. Links to these drivers for various operating systems are available on the Dawg Prints website. Once installed, you can print as described above.
   • Use MyPrintCenter: Alternatively, you can use the MyPrintCenter web portal, which requires your UW NetID login.

5. Retrieve Your Prints at the Print Release Station: Go to one of the designated Print Release Stations: black & white stations for B&W prints and the color station for color prints.

6. Log In and Pay: At the release station, type in your UW NetID or the owner name you entered when submitting your print job. When prompted, swipe your Husky Card or a Dawg Prints Card for payment.

7. Verify and Print: Your print job(s) will appear in the queue associated with your NetID or name. Before printing, carefully verify the number of pages and the total cost displayed. Then, click the Print button.

8. Log Off and Collect: Always click the Logoff button after printing to secure your account. Collect your printed pages and double-check that you’ve received only your documents. Unprinted jobs expire after 24 hours.

Refunds and Assistance for UW Bothell Students

Refunds are not available on the UW Bothell campus. If you encounter any printing problems in the Library, seek assistance from a Student Technology Consultant. For issues related to the Dawg Prints system itself, you can visit the Dawg Prints refund page to request a credit. For system alerts and more comprehensive information, the Dawg Prints website is a valuable resource.

Printing for Cascadia College Students: Leveraging Your Print Allocation

Cascadia College students have a different system, utilizing a printing allocation linked to their student fees. You can print in both black & white and color in the Library’s Information Commons using this allocation.

Utilizing Your Cascadia College Print Allocation

Cascadia students can use their pre-allocated printing funds at designated printers, including those in the library. Like UW Bothell printers, Cascadia printers in the library also print exclusively on letter-size paper and default to double-sided printing.

Printing Steps for Cascadia College Students

1. Web Print Option: To print to the Cascadia printer in the Library from any library computer or your laptop, use the Web Print option. Follow the instructions for “Follow Me Anywhere Printing” detailed on Cascadia College’s website. This is particularly useful for printing from personal devices.

2. Log in at the Printer for Additional Functions: You can also log in to the printer directly using your ctcLink ID to perform other functions such as scanning documents to your student email or making photocopies.

3. Remember to Log Out: After you have finished printing, scanning, or photocopying, always remember to log out of the printer to protect your account.

General Printing Advice for All Students

• Always Save Before Printing: Reinforcing the point for both UW Bothell and Cascadia students, never print directly from a web browser. Saving your document first prevents potential printing errors and ensures proper formatting.
• Locate Print Release Stations: Familiarize yourself with the locations of the Black&White and Color Print Release Stations in the library to efficiently retrieve your documents.

By following these guidelines, both UW Bothell and Cascadia College students can effectively utilize the “uw print” services available in the library, ensuring a smooth and efficient printing experience.