IPP / CUPS printing for Chrome & Chromebooks

Local network printing for Chrome and Chromebooks

What is IPP / CUPS printing for Chrome & Chromebooks?

The 'IPP/CUPS printing for Chrome & Chromebooks' is a Chrome extension that facilitates direct and reliable local network printing from Chromebooks and Chrome. It enables users to print directly to compatible network printers or via a CUPS print server, eliminating the need for Cloud Print. The extension supports multiple printers, offers a compatibility check feature, and now embraces more printer models through PWG and Unirast (Airprint) formats. Users should note that automatic printer discovery is not supported, hence the requirement of the printer's IP address and IPP path.

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Extension stats

By: https://directprint.io

View on Chrome Web Store

Users: 40,000+

Rating: 3.18 (366)

Version: 0.1.34 (Last updated: 2019-11-22)

Creation date: 2019-11-22

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

http://*/*
https://*/*
printerProvider
notifications
storage
unlimitedStorage
webRequest
webRequestBlocking

Size: 1.31M

Email: he*****@directprint.io

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Ranking

# 4358 ▼ 5

Other rankings

#10767 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 9 #40 in print keyword 26 ▼ 6

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Extension summary

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Finally reliable local network printing for Chromebooks is possible.

This Chrome extension allows you to print directly to compatible network printers or a CUPS print server from Chrome and Chromebooks. No Cloud Print required.

Key features: Multiple printer support Printer compatibility check Offline help page Landscape, multiple copy printing Now supports more printers via PWG and Unirast (Airprint) formats

Known limitations: It does not automatically find printers on the network, you need to know the IP address and IPP path for the printer (consult your printer documentation & help section in the extension).

** Search the store for 'WiFi printer driver for Chromebooks' which offers auto-detection of printers **

User reviews

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Pros

Works well for a variety of printers, including Brother and Canon models.
Easy setup process for most users.
Serves as a good alternative to Google Cloud Print.
Compatible with different operating systems, including Chrome OS and Linux.

Cons

Some users report it doesn't work for certain printers, like the Canon MX472.
Initial setup can be fiddly for some users.
Developer support seems lacking, with no response to user queries.
May not follow best practices for Chrome extensions, raising concerns about future support.

Most mentioned

Setup can be tricky.
Works as a good workaround after the discontinuation of Google Cloud Print.
Inconsistent performance with specific printer models.

User reviews

This extension does not follow the best practices for Chrome extensions and may soon no longer be supported. Can be used, hope to update.

刘先森, 2024-10-19

IPP Everywhere for chromebooks, supporting different Page sizes. Basically the only option I found for that. Also more reliable for bringing custom options to Mac and Windows.

Christian Rupp, 2024-08-05

It's a little bit fiddly to set up but this extension allowed me to print to a Samsung M2678 multifunction printer which I'd found impossible to use except from Android. You need to select Unirast as the protocol and the IPP address is http://x.x.x.x/ipp/print where x.x.x.x is the printer's IP address.

Richard Lewis, 2023-08-10

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Extension safety

Risk impact

IPP / CUPS printing for Chrome & Chromebooks requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.