The library has a mobile printing service you can use from your own computer or mobile device. You can send your files to the Library printer before you even arrive at your local branch. After you click "Submit," you have 2 hours to come and pick up your prints.
Using the mobile printing service directly from your own device allows you to print your files more quickly without the need for using a library computer. You can access the printing website or install the Public Print Locations app on a smartphone or tablet. The new service allows you to send multiple files to a Library printer at the same time.
Often the easiest way to use the mobile printing service is to download any files you need to print to your own device. Next, visit indypl.org/printing to get started.
Add the files you want to print. You can drag and drop your files into the orange box or click the Select File button to locate your files. Once files have been added, more options will appear. Type the number of copies you need into the box and use the dropdown menus to choose your print options. Make sure to fill out these options for each file you have added! The total printing cost appears below the last file.
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Next, fill out the User Info section by typing a print job name in the box labeled Required. This name is what you will type into the print station at the library to pick up your print job, so be sure to either remember it, or write it down. It’s a good idea to use something short, but unique, without any spaces.
Finally, click the Submit button to send your files to the Library printer. All print jobs are held in the system for 2 hours. You can retrieve your printing from any IndyPL Branch.
For a more detailed walkthrough with step-by-step images, check out this guide.
If what you want to print is either an email message or an attachment, often the simplest method of sending it to the Library printer is to forward the email to one of our designated printing email addresses.
Forward your email to the appropriate email below based on whether you need, color or black and white printing:
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When you arrive at the Library printer, enter the beginning part of your email address— everything before the @ symbol— as the Job Name at the print station touchscreen kiosk.
If you have a smartphone or tablet, you may be able to use the Public Print Locations app. The app is available for Android and iOS. Search your app store for the Public Print Locations app published by ePRINTit and install it. Once the app is installed, open it. The first time you use the app, you will need to agree to the Terms of Use.
Next, choose the source or service from which you would like to print. This might be the stored photos or files on your device, emails, webpages, or files located in a cloud storage service like Dropbox or Google Drive. Follow the prompts to choose what you need to print. You can select multiple files to print at the same time.
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Next, tap Nearby and search for IndyPL under Providers. Choose any Indianapolis Public Library branch.
Choose the Print Job Settings for your print job, such as how many copies you need. Under User Information, give the print job a name. This name is what you will need to enter at the library to retrieve your prints. Finally, tap the Print button to create the print job.
From the app’s home screen, you can tap Your Printouts to see all print jobs you have sent and the job names you will need to enter to release them. Print jobs are held for 2 Hours. You can retrieve your printing from any IndyPL Branch.
For a more detailed walkthrough of the Public Print Locations app, with step-by-step images, check out this guide.