We all know that taking a picture with your smartphone is almost as good as taking it with a real camera. The technology has changed so that the quality of smartphone cameras is nearly state-of-the-art! But did you know it’s just as easy to print the photo on your camera as it is to take it? Learn all about printing photos from your Android or iPhone.
How to print photos from the Photos app on iPhone
If you have a compatible AirPrint printer, then you can print your photos directly with AirPrint from your iPhone.
- Tap the Photos app on your iPhone
- Find the photo that you would like to print
- Tap the Share button in the bottom left corner
- Scroll down to the bottom and tap Print
- Select the Printer you would like to print from
- You can also choose the number of pictures you’d like to print or change the paper size
- Click Print in the upper right corner
Sharing Photos from your iPhone
Not looking to print your photos? Here is how to easily share them amongst friends and family!
- Tap the Photos app on your iPhone
- Find the photo that you would like to print
- Tap the Share button in the bottom left corner
- Select the share method that you prefer; you can share it via text message, email, or third-party applications like Facebook
How to Print Photos from an Android
You can print from Chrome on your Android device. Add a printer that can get data with Wi-Fi or a mobile network to print from your phone.
- Open the Chrome app on your Android phone
- Open the page, image, or file you’d like to print
- At the top right corner, tap more and click share
- Tap the Print button
- Select the printer you’d like to print from
- Tap Print!
Sharing Photos from your Android
- Tap the Photos or Gallery app on your Android
- Tap on the photo you’d like to send or share with others
- Once you tap on the photo, you will see three icons; tap the Share icon the furthest to the left
- Select the share method that you prefer; you can share it via text message, email, or third-party applications like Facebook
Additional Applications for Printing Photos from your Phone
Shutterfly – This app not only helps you print photos from your phone, but you can also print personalized photo gifts, cards, home decor, photo books, prints, and calendars. You can browse endless custom card and photo gift options from personalized wedding invitations and save the dates to photo gifts such as jigsaw puzzles or throw blankets! Shutterfly is available on Android and Apple.
Walgreens – Print and pick up photos from your local Walgreens with their app! They have free same-day pick-up for faster photos. You can also personalize your photo cards and gifts and even create custom wall décor for your home! Available for Android and Apple.
Mpix – Looking for premier quality photos? Mpix lets you easily order high-quality prints, photo books, and more from your iPhone and iPad. Their super-fast delivery will have you enjoying those memories in no time! Available for Android and Apple.
tried it and this does not work i have an HP wireless printer. and nothing in your directions includes this????
Hi Bob, generally you’ll need to make sure the printer and your phone are both connecting to the same Wi-Fi network. If they are and it’s still not working with the above steps, your printer may have an app available in your phone’s app store to help with printing wirelessly. If you can’t find it, you can also check with your printer’s manufacturer.
Can I print photos I take with the flip phone? If so, how?
Hi Anita, the simplest way to print photos from your phone is to connect your phone to a computer with a USB cord and transfer the photos to the computer and print from there.