How do I view printing history?

Printing history can be quickly accessed via a number of areas. The most appropriate area depends on the information required.

How do I add a new printer?

On Windows systems, new printers will be added to the system automatically once the printer is added to a monitored server. On a Mac or Linux system, after PaperCut NG is enabled on the printer, it will list in the administration interface after first print. New printers are assigned initial settings based on the configuration assigned to the [Template Printer].

How do I delete a printer?

Once the printer has been removed from the operating system's print list, the printer may be deleted from PaperCut NG via the delete printer action under the printer's detail page. This action will remove the printer from the monitored list. Print history logs are still maintained allowing access to historical data. Always confirm your action before proceeding with the delete!

How do I disable a printer?

Printers can be disabled indefinitely or for a specified time via the Disable option under the printer's details section.

How do I tell PaperCut NG to ignore (not monitor) a printer?

By default on Windows systems all printers are tracked by PaperCut NG. The Print Provider can be instructed to ignore a printer by setting the IgnorePrinters= attribute in the print-provider.conf file. A restart may be required for this to take affect. Note: This setting only stops monitoring. The printer will continue to be listed under the printer list section until it is manually deleted via the Delete printer action.

For more information see the section called “Adding and Removing/Deleting/Ignoring Printers”.

What can I use the printer notes field for?

The Notes field under each printer is useful for tracking all manner of information. Typical uses include: