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Auto-Print Configuration

Want every guest to automatically get a print without tapping anything? Auto-print handles it.



What Is Auto-Print?


When enabled, ALIVE automatically sends a print job as soon as the guest reaches the share screen — no tap required. The guest still sees the share screen and can use other sharing options, but their print is already on the way.



How to Enable


  1. Go to Settings → Printing
  2. Toggle Auto-Print on
  3. Set the default number of copies (default: 1)
  4. Save


[screenshot: Auto-print settings]



Default Copies


When auto-print is on, you can set how many copies print automatically:


  • 1 copy — One print per session (most common)
  • 2+ copies — For events where guests want multiple copies (e.g., one for each person in the photo)



When to Use Auto-Print


Enable it when:


  • Every guest should get a print (e.g., wedding where all prints are included)
  • You want the fastest possible throughput
  • Running an unattended booth


Disable it when:


  • Printing is optional and should be guest-initiated
  • You want to conserve paper and ink
  • Not every guest needs a print



Auto-Print + Other Sharing


Auto-print doesn't prevent guests from using other sharing options. The print starts immediately, and guests can still:


  • Scan a QR code
  • Send via SMS or email
  • Use native share


Auto-print combined with auto-open QR is the ultimate "hands-free" setup. Guest takes photos → print starts automatically → QR appears automatically → guest scans and walks away with both digital and physical copies.

Updated on: 17/03/2026

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