More printing than ever starts on a phone — boarding passes, photos, receipts, and documents. Mobile printing makes it effortless once you know the options.
This guide covers the standards and apps that let you print directly from any mobile device.
Mobile printing standards
- AirPrint — built into iPhone and iPad for driver-free printing.
- Mopria — the equivalent for Android, supported by most printers.
- Wi-Fi Direct — prints even without a shared network.
- Manufacturer apps — add scanning, ink levels, and extra controls.
Printing from an iPhone or iPad
With AirPrint, simply tap Share, choose Print, select your printer, and send the job — no app or driver required, as long as the printer and device share the same network.
Printing from Android
Modern Android devices include Mopria print support. Open the Share or Print menu, pick your printer, and print. The manufacturer's app adds features such as scanning and supply monitoring.
Tips for reliable mobile printing
- Keep the printer and phone on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Update printer firmware for the best mobile compatibility.
- Use Wi-Fi Direct when away from your usual network.
- Install the manufacturer's app for scanning and advanced options.
The HP Smart App & Mobile Printing Setup
Manufacturer apps take mobile printing beyond basic AirPrint and Mopria. The HP Smart app enables printing from any iPhone, iPad, or Android device — including from cloud storage, email attachments, and web pages — as well as wireless scanning, ink monitoring, and remote printer management.
Setting up mobile printing for HP printers through HP Smart takes a few minutes: download the app, connect the printer to your Wi-Fi, and the app configures AirPrint, Mopria, and HP ePrint automatically. For off-network printing, HP ePrint gives the printer its own email address so you can send documents to it from anywhere.
HP Printer Driver & Software Downloads
Potter Print is an independent printer retailer. We do not provide printer driver downloads, technical support, or remote setup services. For official HP printer drivers, HP printer software, firmware updates, and setup utilities, please visit HP's official support page.
Visit HP Software & Driver DownloadsKey Takeaways
- AirPrint and Mopria enable driver-free mobile printing.
- Wi-Fi Direct works even without a shared network.
- Same-network setup is key to reliable mobile printing.
- Manufacturer apps add scanning and supply monitoring.
Conclusion
Mobile printing turns your phone into a full print station. Rely on AirPrint or Mopria, keep devices on the same network, and use Wi-Fi Direct on the go for fast, reliable printing from anywhere.