Easily Print Docs from iPhone Wallet: A Step-by-Step Guide

Tired of emails cluttering your iPhone screen? With the iOS 13 update, Apple introduced the 'Wallet' app, which offers a neat solution to store digital documents. But what if you need a hard copy? Not to worry, printing documents from your iPhone Wallet is easy. Here's a step-by-step guide.

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The process involves accessing your document, sending it to an email or AirPrint-compatible printer, or using a third-party app. Let's dive into each method.

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Using Email to Print Documents

This method is ideal if you have access to a computer with a printer.

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How to Print Documents From Your iPhone

1. Open the Wallet app and tap on the document you want to print. Tap the 'Share' icon at the bottom.

Sending via Email

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How to print from your iPhone or iPad directly, with or without AirPrint

2. In the share sheet, select 'Mail.' An email with your document attached will open.

3. Enter your email address in the 'To' field, add any notes in the body, and tap 'Send.' Once it's opened on your computer, just hit 'Print.'

Using AirDrop

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4. As an alternative to sending via email, you can use AirDrop. Tap the AirDrop recipient's profile picture in the share sheet, then tap 'Done.'

5. The recipient will receive a notification. They can then print the document immediately or save it for later use.

Printing Directly via AirPrint

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AirPrint is a built-in iOS feature allowing you to print wirelessly to compatible printers.

1. Open the Wallet app, tap on the document, then tap the 'Share' icon at the bottom.

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Using an AirPrint Printer

2. In the share sheet, scroll down and tap 'Print.' Ensure your AirPrint-enabled printer is selected. Tap 'Select Printer' if not.

3. Customize your print job, including paper size, number of copies, and color mode. Once satisfied, tap 'Print' in the top right corner.

Using a Third-Party App

4. If your printer isn't AirPrint-compatible, consider using a third-party app like Print Sá or PrinterPro. They connect your iPhone to most printers via Wi-Fi or USB.

5. Follow the app's instructions to print your document. Typically, this involves selecting the document, choosing the printer, and initializing the print job.

That's it! Now you can print documents from your iPhone Wallet with ease. Happy printing!