Did you know it's possible to print double-sided documents directly from your iPhone using Google Docs? While the official Google Docs app doesn't support this feature, you can achieve this by using AirPrint with a third-party app. Let's dive into the steps to help you Master printing double-sided on Google Docs on an iPhone.
Before we start, ensure you have a compatible printer connected to your Wi-Fi network. Here, we'll use the iAnnotate PDF app, which offers robust printing options, including double-sided printing. Now, let's get started!
Setting Up Your Printer and Google Docs
First, make sure your printer is compatible with AirPrint and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone. Then, open the Google Docs app and find the document you want to print. Tap the ' three vertical dots' in the top-right corner to open the menu.
However, you won't find the print option here. Instead, we'll transfer the document to iAnnotate PDF for printing. Tap 'Share & export' and then select 'Send a copy'. Choose 'PDF document' as the file format and tap 'Send'. Next, open the Files app on your iPhone, locate the downloaded PDF, and tap 'Share'. select 'Copy' to add the document to your clipboard.
Printing Double-Sided with iAnnotate PDF
Before proceeding, download and install the iAnnotate PDF app from the App Store if you haven't already. Once installed, open the app and create a new annotation set.
Now, paste the PDF document from your clipboard by tapping 'Paste'. The document will appear in the iAnnotate app. Tap the 'Printer' icon at the top-right corner to access the print settings.
Changing Paper Size and Orientation
In the print settings pop-up, tap 'Paper' to choose your preferred paper size, such as Letter or A4. Next, ensure the document fits well on the paper by adjusting the 'Scale to' option. You can also change the 'Orientation' to 'Portrait' or 'Landscape' depending on your preference.
Note that changing the orientation might alter the way your content appears on the page. Ensure to preview your document before printing. To preview, tap the 'Preview' button at the top of the screen.
Setting Up Double-Sided Printing
To enable double-sided printing, tap on the 'Duplex' option in the print settings. Here, you have two options: 'Long Edge' and 'Short Edge'. Choose 'Long Edge' for printing on the long edge of the paper (portrait) and 'Short Edge' for printing on the short edge (landscape).
Preview your document one last time, ensuring it's displayed correctly for double-sided printing. If everything looks good, tap the 'Print' button at the top-right corner. Select your printer from the list of available options and tap 'Print' again to proceed.
That's it! Follow these steps each time you need to print a double-sided document using Google Docs on your iPhone. Happy printing!