Back-to-school time is here! Summer is coming to an end, and your children are probably getting ready to head to school. Do you have all the essential gear they need for a successful school year? We’ve compiled a list of must-have items for a few age ranges. Elementary School The number one item an elementary-school child needs is a comfortable backpack. You don’t want your little guy or girl to carry a bunch of books unsupported.

Most of us now have a photo-taking gadget constantly at our disposal: an iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet or that fusion gadget, the ‘phablet’. We take pictures all the time: that beautiful sunset, a picture of the flowers that arrived for Mother’s Day, or the special toothless grin your granddaughter reserves specially for her grandpa. While a great majority of pictures will stay on your phone, tablet or one corner of your computer’s hard drive, there are some that are special enough to be printed.

So you thought printing was just about shoving a sheet into the printer, clicking print, and getting your printout all in a few seconds? Well, inkjet printers are usually that simple to use, but there is much more to printing than printout out letters, bills, photos, etc. There are several different printing techniques that can give you impressive results, like these for example. Historical printing techniques One of the oldest printing techniques is the Wood Block technique where a reverse image is actually carved into wood and then stamped or pressed down on the printing sheet.

Now you can print from anywhere with Google Cloud Print. But wait, what printers are the best for wifi printing? Via Google Cloud Print If you haven’t jumped on board with Google Cloud print, you may want to. Similar to Google Drive, Google Cloud Print is an easy, time-saving application that lets you print from anywhere, from any device such as your PC, Android, iPhone, or a tablet. All it needs is wifi access to connect with both your printer and Google account.

Image found at: lifehacker.com With everything being processed electronically these days applying for jobs requires a simple email, an attached resume and the click of the send button. Since you are sending your resume to a potential employer through the inner workings of the Internet there is no longer a reason to actually print out your resume, right? Wrong. Below we have compiled three reasons on why you still need to print out your resume and why just submitting a digital copy isn’t enough.

**| |** | ———————————————————————————————————— | | Image found at howardgardnerschool.com | If your current printer has stopped functioning properly and is causing you frustration then it is time to invest in a new one. While it might seem easier just to toss the old printer out for garbage collection, there are better options. At CompandSave we encourage recycling. We have shared numerous articles about how to recycle your ink cartridges but did you know you can also recycle your printer?

The term toner is thrown around often on our blog, but really what is the difference between toner and an ink cartridge? Toner is a type of ink that is used in laser printers and copy machines. Toner also comes in a cartridge, but the cartridge is filled with a dry, powdery substance made up of carbon and polymer. The powder is transformed into ink when the machine gives an electric charge and then it melts allowing it to adhere to the surface you are trying to print onto.

We have all been in this situation before: Your printer is telling you that is time to replace your ink cartridge. Knowing you don’t have one at home, you chuck your old one into the trash out of frustration. But don’t do it! Before chucking your used cartridge in the trash…Stop. Ink cartridges are not biodegradable and therefore if not disposed of properly can have a negative impact on the environment.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner! It is important to let your mother or grandmother know how much you appreciate them. If you are still searching for the perfect way to do so–don’t worry, we have you covered. Below is a list of our favorite DIY projects that you can create using your home printer! Find the project you want to create and click the link for detailed instructions. Each project is easy to create and will make a great gift for your mother.

One of the biggest office expenses a small business has to keep track of is the cost of printing. The cost of ink alone can add up if not properly managed. But we’ve come up with a few easy strategies your office can use to significantly reduce this cost. Teach the office good printing practices: Create a company culture that is thoughtful about how much material is used in printing.

When it comes to printing photos, it’s never good to compromise on photo paper quality. Plain copy paper may suffice for a basic job, but it may not be the the best for printing out photographs. Using the right paper will result in vibrant and crisp prints. First and foremost, check out the recommendations given by your printer’s manufacturer. This is the best way to get great photos from your inkjet printer.

Three-dimensional printing is causing a huge buzz in the technology world, and was celebrated by Forbes as a potential world-changing invention. However, 3D printing isn’t printing in the traditional sense of ink on paper; to understand the close-to-perfected invention of 3D printing you’ll need to rethink “printing” as you know it. How does 3D printing work? Three-dimensional printing is based on the same basic concept as a 2D printer: ink is taken from a well in the printer and distributed onto the printed material.

Small businesses need to be money-smart when first starting out. Between the pressure to turn a profit and constant need for the right resources, a wireless printer might seem like too big of an investment for a small business. But it doesn’t have to be! Small Businesses Need As Much Space As Possible A wireless printer will maximize your small business’s square footage. Cables that tangle can create a potentially dangerous mess, plus the constantly swapping out connections between computers and the printer can clutter your office in no time.