If you have a lot of documents, photos, or PDFs to print, doing them one by one can take a lot of time. However, if you are using an Epson L3210 printer with your Mac, there are some easy ways to print multiple files at once. This guide will show you how to print multiple files at once on your Mac using the Epson L3210.
Whether you are printing school assignments, work reports, or even family photos, you’ll find everything you need right here.
What You Will Need
Before we start, make sure you have these things ready:
- A Mac computer or MacBook
- The Epson L3210 printer (connected via USB or Wi-Fi)
- All your files saved in one folder (PDFs, images, or documents)
- Epson printer drivers installed (we will cover this quickly)
Step 1: Install the Epson L3210 Printer on Your Mac
If you have not set up your Epson L3210 yet, here’s how to do it:
- Connect your printer to the Mac using a USB cable.
- Go to System Settings > Printers & Scanners.
- Click the + (plus) button to add a new printer.
- Your Mac should detect the Epson L3210 automatically.
- Click Add.
Your Mac will install the right driver. If not, you can download it from the Epson official website by searching for “Epson L3210 Driver Download.”
Step 2: Put All Files in One Folder
It is easier to print multiple files when they are in the same place. Create a folder on your desktop (for example, name it “To Print”) and move all your files there.
Make sure the files are in a format that your Mac can print, like:
- JPG / PNG
- Word Documents (.doc or .docx)
(You can open Word files using Pages or Microsoft Word if installed)
Step 3: Use Preview App to Print Multiple PDFs or Images
The Preview app on Mac makes it super easy to print many files at once.
For PDFs and images:
- Open the folder with your files.
- Select all the files you want to print. (Click one file, then hold down Command (⌘) and click the others. Or press Command + A to select all.)
- Right-click on the selected files.
- Choose Open With > Preview.
- All the files will open in one Preview window.
- In the Preview window, click File > Print.
- Set your print settings (number of copies, pages, layout, etc.).
- Click Print.
Done! Your Epson L3210 will now start printing all the selected files one by one.
Step 4: Print Word or Other Documents Together (Using Finder)
If you have multiple Word files or other types of documents:
- Open the folder with the files.
- Select all the files.
- Right-click and choose Quick Actions > Create PDF (macOS will turn them into one PDF).
- Once the new PDF is made, double-click to open it in Preview.
- Go to File > Print, adjust your settings, and click Print.
This trick works great if you want to keep the order of files and print them as a single job.
Step 5: Use Automator (Optional Advanced Tip)
If you often print batches of files, you can use an app called Automator on your Mac to create a simple shortcut. This step is optional, but it can save time.
Here’s how:
- Open Automator (find it with Spotlight search).
- Choose Application when prompted.
- In the left sidebar, search for Print Finder Items.
- Drag it into the workflow area.
- Save your Automator app.
- Now you can drag and drop files onto this app icon to print them instantly.
This method works well with PDFs and images.
Tips for Better Printing
- Check your paper size before printing (A4 is the default for Epson L3210).
- Use the Epson utility app (Epson iPrint or Epson Printer Utility) for checking ink levels.
- To save ink, you can set the print quality to Draft in the settings.
- For photo printing, make sure you choose Best Photo quality.
Conclusion
Printing multiple files from your Mac using the Epson L3210 does not have to be complicated. With a little setup and the right steps, you can save time and get things done quickly. Whether you are a student, a professional, or just printing for home use, this guide has you covered.
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