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O’Print functions as a dedicated print server that enables AirPrint functionality for printers that do not natively support it. If you have a legacy inkjet or a high-end office laser that lacks wireless connectivity, this software ensures your iPhone or iPad can see and use those devices seamlessly across your local network.

O'Print runs quietly in the system tray, automatically detecting connected printers and broadcasting them to your iOS devices. For users who frequently work from their tablets but still rely on desktop-connected peripherals, this utility provides a reliable and cost-effective solution to modernize an older office setup or home workstation.

Seamless integration for Apple devices

The primary strength of O'Print lies in its ability to make any printer visible to the AirPrint protocol. Once installed on a Windows machine, the software lists all available local and network printers, allowing you to select which ones to share with your mobile devices. This setup eliminates the need for manufacturer-specific mobile apps, which are often clunky or inconsistent. Instead, you get a native Print experience directly from Safari, Mail, or Photos on your iOS device. However, the utility is strictly limited to the local network. This means users must be connected to the same Wi-Fi as the host computer and cannot print remotely over the internet.

Reliable performance with minimal setup

Efficiency is at the heart of the O'Print experience, as it requires very little configuration to get started. The dashboard is straightforward, focusing on printer management and status monitoring rather than burying users in complex menus. It supports batch sharing, allowing you to activate multiple printers simultaneously with a single click. However, it is important to note that the software must be running on a PC that remains powered on for the mobile devices to access the printing queue.

  • Pros

    • Enables AirPrint for legacy printers
    • Native iOS printing integration
    • Very low system resource usage

  • Cons

    • Host PC must remain turned on
    • Restricted to local network connectivity

Bottom Line

A reliable bridge for local networks

O'Print stands as a practical set-and-forget utility for anyone needing to extend the life of their existing office hardware. While the requirement for an always-on host PC and the lack of out-of-home printing can be a limitation for power users, the software excels at its singular core functionality. It’s an essential tool for home users and small businesses seeking a budget-friendly way to integrate iPads and iPhones into their daily printing routine without replacing a perfectly good printer. 

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GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
2.0.0.105
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 8
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 2003
  • Windows Server
  • Windows 7
  • Windows 10
  • Windows Vista
Additional Requirements
None
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Total Downloads
100,635
Downloads Last Week
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Developer’s Description

By Zero One Technology
Print from iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch to any your existing printer without AirPrint Printer or App.
Print from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch to any printer without AirPrint Printer or apps. O'Print is a AirPrint Activator for Windows that allows the Windows PC to be AirPrint-Compatible. You do not need to install apps or buy a new AirPrint printer. ANY existing printer can be connected to Airprint from an iPad, iPhone, or iPhone touch in addition to basic printing from Safari, Mail or Photo. O'Print lets you print to PDF and to your dropbox. There is no client limit and no shared printer limit. All iDevices and all printers can be utilized in O'Print.

How Does O'Print work? - First, O'Print gets all printers which are already installed on the Windows PC. - Next, the user will decide which printers they want to share for the appropriate iDevice by simply selecting it in the O'Print control panel. - Finally, O'Print will announce those shared printers (by Apple Bonjour) and display them on all iDevices which within the same LAN with the Windows PC. Then AirPrint from your iPad now. What is the benefit of O'Print? Compare three popular solutions for iPad / iPhone Printing - The simplest solution is to buy a new AirPrint-Compatible Printer, and install it on the same LAN as your iDevices. The AirPrinter also will announce itself via Apple Bonjour to the LAN. The benefit of this solution is simple and direct without a PC, but the disadvantage is that you have to buy a printer. Do you really want to change your existing printer, especially a high-level laser printer? - The second solution is an AirPrint App. Many Airprint Apps are free and allow easy printing to a general network printer. However, its disadvantage is that you must print from the AirPrint App, not the native print engine of iDevices. Therefore, you cannot print from most other apps. In addition, there may be some printer compatibility issues, such that that some printers may not be supported by the AirPrint App. - The third solution is by AirPrint Activator for Windows. Like O'Print, AirPrint Activator can activate all of your printers which are installed already on the PC to be AirPrint-capable so that all of your iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch devices can print directly to the shared printers in PC. Because the printing is accomplished by the native iDevice print engine, you can print from any other app. However, there is also a disadvantage in that you need to open a PC for sharing printers. This solution is more suitable for office print use.

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