Printing documents on campus at Stony Brook University has never been easier thanks to the Print From Anywhere service. This convenient system allows students, faculty, and staff with an active Pharos account to upload and print documents from any web browser, on or off campus. Say goodbye to the hassle of finding specific computer labs or print stations just to print your important papers.
Effortless Printing in Four Simple Steps
Printing through the Print From Anywhere system is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to quickly send your print jobs to the Stony Brook University print queue:
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Access the Print Portal: Begin by opening your preferred web browser and navigating to the Print From Anywhere website: https://print.stonybrook.edu. This is your central hub for submitting print requests.
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Securely Log In with Your NetID: Once you reach the website, you will be prompted to log in. Use your Stony Brook NetID and NetID Password to access the system. For enhanced security, Stony Brook University utilizes DUO two-step login for authentication, starting April 13, 2021. If you haven’t already, you can register for DUO here to ensure seamless access.
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Upload Your Document for Printing: In the upper-left corner of the Print From Anywhere window, locate and click the Upload button. This will allow you to select the document you wish to print from your computer. Please be aware that the system supports a variety of common file types, including:
- PDF (.pdf)
- Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx)
- Microsoft Excel (.xls, .xlsx)
- Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx)
- Microsoft Visio (.vsd, .vsdx)
- Image files (.jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, etc.)
- Text files (.csv, .rtf, .txt)
Browse your computer’s files to find your desired document and click Open to upload it to the Print From Anywhere queue.
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Release Your Print Job at a Pharos Release Station: After the upload is complete, your print job will be ready for release. You can then visit any Pharos Release Station located across the Stony Brook University campus to retrieve your printed document. Simply log in at the release station and select your print job to finalize the printing process.
Key Considerations for Optimal Printing
To ensure a smooth and efficient printing experience with Print From Anywhere at Stony Brook, keep these important points in mind:
- Mobile Browser Limitations: The direct document upload feature is not supported on mobile web browsers, which means you need to use a desktop browser for uploading. However, there are workarounds for mobile printing.
- PDF Recommendation for Printing Options: For maximum control over your printing preferences, it is highly recommended to save your document as a PDF file before uploading. Printing PDFs ensures that you retain the ability to adjust printing options such as single or double-sided printing and pages per sheet at the release station. Printing directly from original document formats may limit your ability to change these settings.
- Android Device Compatibility: If you need to upload from an Android device, you can utilize the Google Chrome app and enable the “Request desktop site” option within the Chrome menu. This workaround allows for document uploads from certain Android devices.
- iOS Printing via PDF Conversion: Printing directly from iOS devices has limitations. For printing from an iPhone or iPad, the recommended method is to save the webpage or document as a PDF and then upload the PDF to the Print From Anywhere system. Detailed instructions on printing from iOS devices are available here.
- File Type Support and Best Practices: While the system supports various file types, compatibility does not guarantee perfect printing for every file. To avoid potential issues, it is a best practice to save your document to a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox, or email it to yourself. This ensures you have a backup and can easily resend the job if necessary.
By following these steps and considerations, you can effectively utilize the Print From Anywhere service to meet your printing needs at Stony Brook University quickly and conveniently.
