**Apple AirPrint requires no installation or activation on iOS, iPadOS, or macOS devices because it is built into the operating system.** To set it up, ensure you have a printer that supports AirPrint, connect that printer to your Wi-Fi network, and connect your Apple device to the same network. Then you can print directly from your Apple device by selecting the AirPrint printer in the print dialog of your app[2][4][5].
Key steps for AirPrint setup:
– **Verify printer supports AirPrint** (check manufacturer or Apple’s list).
– **Connect the AirPrint printer to your Wi-Fi network**.
– **Ensure your iPhone, iPad, or Mac is on the same Wi-Fi network**.
– When printing from any supported app, select “Print” and choose the AirPrint printer from the list[4][5].
For managing AirPrint printers in enterprise or business environments, you can add printer details (IP address, resource path, port) using Apple Configurator or Apple Business Essentials[1][3]. This helps users discover and print to AirPrint-enabled printers, even on larger or segmented networks.
To find the printer’s IP address and resource path:
– Connect to the printer’s network via a Mac with Apple Configurator installed.
– Use the Terminal command `ippfind` to list AirPrint printers and their resource paths.
– Use `ping` to find the printer’s IP address[1].
This setup is typically only needed for advanced deployments; most users simply connect their printer and Apple device to the same Wi-Fi and print directly[2][4].