Printing documents at Indiana University is a straightforward process whether you’re using your mobile device or laptop. Indiana University Printing Services offers a convenient system to easily upload and print your documents across campus. This guide will walk you through the simple steps to utilize Indiana University’s printing services effectively from both your mobile and laptop devices, ensuring you can print what you need, when you need it.
Printing from Your Mobile Device
Printing directly from your mobile device at Indiana University is designed for ease and accessibility. Follow these steps to quickly print your documents:
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Cloud Storage Access: Begin by ensuring your document is saved in your preferred cloud storage service like Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox. Install the mobile app for your chosen cloud service on your device and confirm your document is accessible.
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Navigate to My Print Center: Open your mobile browser and go to My Print Center. Log in using your Indiana University (IU) credentials. This portal is your central hub for managing your print jobs at Indiana University.
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Upload Your Document: Once logged in, select the “Upload” option, followed by “Browse”. You’ll see a list of file locations; choose the cloud service where you saved your document. Navigate to your file and select it. The document will now upload to My Print Center, ready for printing at Indiana University.
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Select Print Options: If you require color printing, find the “Print Options” section and select “Color”. This ensures your document prints in color at any compatible Indiana University printer.
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Print at a Printer: After uploading, locate any convenient Indiana University printer. Swipe your IU student ID card at the printer. Alternatively, you can manually search for the printer by its alphanumeric ID displayed at the bottom of the My Print Center page. Select your uploaded document from the printer interface and initiate printing. Your job will be sent to the printer and will start printing automatically.
Printing from Your Laptop
Utilizing your laptop for Indiana University printing is just as simple and efficient. Here’s how to print from your laptop:
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Access My Print Center: Open your web browser (Google Chrome is recommended) on your laptop and navigate to My Print Center. Sign in using your IU username and password.
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Upload Your File: In the top-left area of the My Print Center webpage, click on the “Upload” button. Browse your laptop’s files to find the document you wish to print. Select the file and allow it to upload to My Print Center. This system supports various file types for Indiana University printing.
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Choose Color Printing (Optional): If your document needs to be printed in color, locate the “Print Options” and select “Color” before proceeding. This option ensures your print job reflects your color preference at Indiana University printers.
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Print at Any IU Printer: Once your document is uploaded to My Print Center, proceed to any available Indiana University printer on campus. Swipe your IU student ID card at the printer to access your print queue. Alternatively, you can manually enter the printer’s alphanumeric ID found at the bottom of the My Print Center page to directly send your job to a specific printer. Select your document and confirm print. The Indiana University printing system will then process and print your document.
By following these steps, you can easily utilize Indiana University printing services from both your mobile device and laptop. My Print Center streamlines the process, making printing on campus convenient and user-friendly for all students and faculty.
