connect ipad to printer via wifi

To connect an iPad to a printer via Wi-Fi, both the iPad and the printer must be connected to the *same Wi-Fi network*. Once connected, you can print directly from apps supporting printing (like Photos or Files) by using the Share button and selecting the Print option. You then choose your AirPrint-enabled printer from the list and send the print job[1][2][3][5].

Here are the detailed essential steps:

– **Connect Printer to Wi-Fi:** Ensure your printer is connected to your Wi-Fi network. This is usually done via the printer’s control panel or setup app. The printer must either be AirPrint-compatible or support Wi-Fi printing with an app provided by its manufacturer[1][4][5].

– **Connect iPad to Same Wi-Fi Network:** On your iPad, go to *Settings > Wi-Fi* and connect to the same network as your printer[3].

– **Print from iPad:**
– Open the document, photo, or webpage you want to print.
– Tap the *Share* button (a square with an arrow pointing upward).
– Scroll down and tap *Print*.
– Select your printer (it should appear automatically if on the same network and AirPrint-enabled).
– Choose settings like number of copies, then tap *Print*[1][2][3].

If the printer is **not AirPrint-compatible**, you can often use the printer manufacturer’s app to enable printing from your iPad or use third-party programs like Printopia on a Mac acting as a print server[4].

In summary, connecting your iPad to the printer via Wi-Fi involves **making sure both devices are on the same network** and using AirPrint or the manufacturer’s app to print wirelessly[1][5].