Unlock the Secret to Printing on Your Brother Printer from Your iPhone: Here’s How!

Printing documents and photos from your iPhone to a Brother printer is a breeze, thanks to the intuitive features offered by both Apple and Brother. This guide will walk you through the various methods of printing from your iPhone to a Brother printer, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.

1. Connecting Your Brother Printer to Your iPhone

Before you can print, you need to establish a connection between your iPhone and Brother printer. There are three primary ways to achieve this:

• Wi-Fi Connection: This is the most common and convenient method. Ensure both your printer and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• USB Connection: If your Brother printer has a USB port, you can directly connect it to your iPhone using a Lightning to USB cable. This method is generally used for older printers that lack Wi-Fi capabilities.
• Bluetooth Connection: Some Brother printers support Bluetooth connectivity. This allows for wireless printing without requiring a Wi-Fi network.

2. Utilizing the Brother iPrint&Scan App

The Brother iPrint&Scan app is a powerful tool that simplifies printing and scanning from your iPhone. Here’s how to use it:
1. Download the App: Download the Brother iPrint&Scan app from the App Store.
2. Add Your Printer: Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to add your Brother printer. You’ll likely need to enter your printer’s model number and select your Wi-Fi network.
3. Print Documents: Choose the document you want to print from your iPhone’s photo library, email, or other apps. Tap the “Share” button and select “Print.”
4. Customize Print Settings: Adjust print settings such as paper size, number of copies, and color mode before sending the print job.

3. Printing Directly from Supported Apps

Many apps on your iPhone offer built-in printing capabilities that allow you to print directly to your Brother printer without needing to use a separate printing app. Here’s how:
1. Open the App: Open the app containing the document or photo you want to print.
2. Tap the “Share” Button: Look for the “Share” button, often represented by a square with an arrow pointing upwards.
3. Select “Print”: Choose “Print” from the list of options.
4. Choose Your Printer: Select your Brother printer from the list of available printers.
5. Customize Settings: Adjust print settings as needed.

4. Printing from the “Print” Menu

The “Print” menu in iOS provides a centralized location for managing print jobs. To access it, follow these steps:
1. Open the Document: Open the document or photo you want to print.
2. Tap the “Share” Button: Find the “Share” button in the app.
3. Select “Print”: Choose “Print” from the list of options.
4. Choose Your Printer: Select your Brother printer from the list of available printers.
5. Customize Settings: Adjust print settings as needed.

5. Printing from Safari

If you need to print a web page from Safari, you can do so directly from your iPhone.
1. Open Safari: Open the Safari app and navigate to the web page you want to print.
2. Tap the “Share” Button: Tap the “Share” button, typically represented by a square with an arrow pointing upwards.
3. Select “Print”: Choose “Print” from the list of options.
4. Choose Your Printer: Select your Brother printer from the list of available printers.
5. Customize Settings: Adjust print settings as needed.

6. Troubleshooting Printing Issues

If you encounter issues while printing from your iPhone to your Brother printer, try these troubleshooting steps:

• Check Wi-Fi Connection: Ensure both your iPhone and printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and have a strong signal.
• Restart Devices: Restart both your iPhone and Brother printer.
• Update Printer Drivers: Make sure your Brother printer has the latest drivers installed. You can usually find driver updates on the Brother website.
• Check Printer Status: Verify that your Brother printer is online and ready to print.
• Check Paper and Ink Levels: Ensure that your printer has paper and ink.

7. Beyond Printing: Utilizing the Brother iPrint&Scan App for Scanning

The Brother iPrint&Scan app isn’t limited to printing. You can also use it to scan documents and photos directly to your iPhone.
1. Open the App: Open the Brother iPrint&Scan app on your iPhone.
2. Select “Scan”: Tap the “Scan” option in the app.
3. Choose Scan Settings: Select the scan resolution, color mode, and other settings as needed.
4. Place Document on Scanner: Place the document you want to scan on the scanner bed.
5. Start Scan: Tap the “Scan” button to start the scanning process.
6. Save or Share: Once the scan is complete, you can save it to your iPhone’s photo library or share it with other apps.

Printing Made Easy: A Seamless Experience

Printing from your iPhone to a Brother printer is a straightforward process, offering a convenient way to access documents and photos from your mobile device. Whether you use the Brother iPrint&Scan app, print directly from supported apps, or utilize the “Print” menu, you can enjoy a seamless printing experience.

Questions You May Have

1. What if my Brother printer doesn‘t show up in the list of available printers?

• Ensure your printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone.
• Restart both your iPhone and printer.
• If using the Brother iPrint&Scan app, make sure you’ve added your printer correctly.

2. Can I print photos directly from my iPhone’s photo library?

• Yes, you can print photos directly from your iPhone’s photo library using the Brother iPrint&Scan app, supported apps, or the “Print” menu.

3. Can I print from multiple apps using the Brother iPrint&Scan app?

• Yes, the Brother iPrint&Scan app allows you to print from various apps on your iPhone, including email, web browsers, and photo libraries.

4. What if my Brother printer doesn‘t have Wi-Fi capabilities?

• If your printer lacks Wi-Fi, you can connect it to your iPhone using a USB cable or Bluetooth connection (if supported).

5. Is there a way to print documents stored on my iCloud Drive?

• You can print documents stored on your iCloud Drive by opening them in a supported app (such as Pages or Numbers) and then using the printing options within the app.