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How to Print from an Android Phone (No Extra App)

Android 8 and later can print to most Wi-Fi printers with the built-in Default Print Service, without extra apps.

Steps

1. Connect the phone to the same Wi-Fi network as the printer.
2. Open Settings and search for “Printing” (often under Connected devices, then Connection preferences).
3. Turn on Default Print Service, or the print service from your printer's maker if you installed one.
4. Open the photo, PDF or web page you want, tap Share or the ⋮ menu, then Print.
5. Choose your printer at the top, set copies, paper size and color, then tap the print button.

Tips

• If the printer doesn't appear, restart the printer and the phone, and check both are on the same network.
• Menu names vary between phone brands; searching Settings for “print” is the quickest way.

Official sources

• Mopria: Print from Android FAQ
• Canon: Printing with Default Print Service (Android)
• HP printer support (official)
• Canon Official Manuals
• Epson support (official)
• Brother manuals (official)

Updated November 4, 2026. Menu names and buttons differ by model; your printer's official manual has the exact steps.

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