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=== What can I print on the large format printer? ===
=== What can I print on the large format printer? ===
You may print a single copy of something for curricular use. Wall decor, personal posters, posters for social events etc. should all be taken to Print Services.
You may print a single copy of anything for '''<u>curricular</u>''' use. Wall decor, personal posters, posters for social events etc. should all be taken to [https://www.swarthmore.edu/print-services Print Services].
 
=== How do I print a large format poster? ===
You must first save your file as a pdf. The refer to the instruction sheets on the front desk, or follow [[Poster Printing Instructions|this link]] for online instructions.


=== Can I pay to print out a poster, or can you charge my department for printer use? How much? ===
=== Can I pay to print out a poster, or can you charge my department for printer use? How much? ===
There is no charge for printing in the Creative Media Commons, but all prints must be for a curricular purpose. Multiple copies are not allowed in the Creative Media Commons. Print Services can help with non-curricular flyers and posters (event advertisements, decor, personal projects). There is a charge.
There is no charge for printing in the Creative Media Commons, but all prints must be for a curricular purpose. Multiple copies are not allowed in the Creative Media Commons. Print Services can help with non-curricular flyers and posters (event advertisements, decor, personal projects). There is a charge.
=== How do I print from InDesign? Acrobat? Power Point? ===
Please refer to the instruction sheets on the front desk, or follow [[epson|this link]] for online instructions.


=== Do you have a paper cutter? ===
=== Do you have a paper cutter? ===
Yes, it’s usually stored on the table in the main room. The big Epson printer has its own cutter for the sheets it prints.
Yes, it’s usually stored on the table in the main room. The big Epson printer has its own cutter for the sheets it prints.

Revision as of 22:18, 4 August 2026

What can I print on the large format printer?

You may print a single copy of anything for curricular use. Wall decor, personal posters, posters for social events etc. should all be taken to Print Services.

How do I print a large format poster?

You must first save your file as a pdf. The refer to the instruction sheets on the front desk, or follow this link for online instructions.

Can I pay to print out a poster, or can you charge my department for printer use? How much?

There is no charge for printing in the Creative Media Commons, but all prints must be for a curricular purpose. Multiple copies are not allowed in the Creative Media Commons. Print Services can help with non-curricular flyers and posters (event advertisements, decor, personal projects). There is a charge.

Do you have a paper cutter?

Yes, it’s usually stored on the table in the main room. The big Epson printer has its own cutter for the sheets it prints.