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Introducing how to easily print PDF files at a convenience store
How to print a PDF file at each convenience store
The method for printing a PDF file differs from one convenience store to another. First, let's check the printing method for each convenience store.
Seven-Eleven multi-function copiers allow you to print using an app or using a USB/SD card. If you are using an iPhone or Android device, we recommend printing using the app because it is convenient.
The same applies to Lawson and Family Mart, where you can print using the app or using a USB/SD card. However, the type of app is different from 7-Eleven, so be careful.
How to print at a convenience store using a USB/SD card
Next, we will introduce how to print at a convenience store using a USB/SD card. .
Operate the screen of the multi-copy machine installed in Seven-Eleven and select "Plain paper print". Then insert the USB/SD card into the printer. Instructions for inserting are displayed on the printer, so if you follow the instructions, you should be fine.
After that, you will be taken to a screen where you can manipulate files in the USB/SD card. Select the PDF file you want to print. All you have to do is pay the fee and the printout is complete. You can also pay with nanaco, so there is no problem even if you don't have cash. However, please note that we do not accept payment by credit card.
Touch the screen of the multi-copy machine installed in Lawson. A menu will appear, select "Print Service". Since it will be printed out from the USB / SD card, select PDF print.
Next, select whether to print using USB or SD card. You can also print from memory sticks and microdrives. When you select it, the connection method will be displayed on the screen, so let's print according to it. It is very easy to understand because the lamp of the printer lights up.
After that, the data of the device will be displayed, so select the PDF you want to print from it. After loading the file, eject the device. After that, set "paper", "color mode", etc. and select start printing to complete the work.
Family Mart uses the same printer as Lawson, so the printing procedure is exactly the same.
How to print at a convenience store without a USB or SD card
You can print at a convenience store even if you do not have a USB or SD card. Let's check how to do that.
It is recommended to use the smartphone app. Seven-Eleven, Lawson, and Family Mart each offer services using smartphone apps. By using it, you can easily prepare a PDF print before going to the convenience store.
Once you are ready, go to a convenience store and print it out. You don't have to choose which PDF to print at the convenience store, so you can print very smoothly.
[Read also] How to print data using a smartphone at a convenience store? Let's check the price of printing by convenience store.The prices for printing documents at 7-Eleven are as follows.
| Black and white | B5/A4/B4/A3 | 10 yen |
| Color | td>B5/A4/B4 | 50 Yen |
| Color | A3 | 80 Yen |
The prices for printing documents at Lawson and Family Mart are as follows.
| Black and white | B5/A4/B4/A3 | 10 yen |
| Color | td>B5/A4/B4 | 50 Yen |
| Color | A3 | 80 Yen |
You can also print postcards and posters.
The trick to keep the cost of printing down is to print in black and white whenever possible. Of course, there may be cases where color printing is preferable, but black and white prints can be printed for 10 yen per sheet, which greatly reduces the price. We also recommend printing double-sided. Half the cost compared to single-sided printing.
Precautions for printing at convenience stores
Finally, I will introduce some precautions when printing PDF files at convenience stores.
Because printers at convenience stores are shared, there are times when they cannot be used. If other people are printing a lot, you have to wait. In some cases, the printer may be malfunctioning.
It is risky to print documents that must be submitted on the same day. Print out the necessary documents in advance and prepare for unforeseen circumstances.
Seven-Eleven, Lawson, and Family Mart have different types of printers. As a result, the services we offer are also different.
Almost all convenience stores support PDF printing, but there are many cases where other types of printing are not supported. First of all, it is recommended to check whether the service is available at the convenience store you want to use.
Also, some convenience stores may not support printing with the app. If you are thinking of printing using an app, check the convenience stores that the app supports.
Be careful not to forget to remove the USB or SD card when printing at a convenience store. USB and SD card are often forgotten after printing. Losing a USB that contains company information is a big problem.
Be sure to check that you haven't forgotten not only the printed documents, but also the USB and SD cards.
Summary
You can easily print PDFs at convenience stores. However, using it too often can be costly. The one-time usage fee is not very high, but there are many cases where it is a large expense when considered comprehensively.
If you often print at convenience stores, you may want to consider purchasing a printer. Printers are expensive, so think carefully about which one is better for you. It may be difficult to use a printer at work while working remotely, so it might be a good idea to consider purchasing one.
