Gone are the days when you needed a computer to print or scan a document. With the Brother Printer App, you can easily print photos, documents, and even scan directly from your smartphone or tablet. Whether you’re using Android, iOS, Windows, or macOS, Brother’s mobile apps provide convenient, wireless access to your printer.

In this guide, we’ll explain how to download, set up, and use the Brother Printer App—so you can print and scan on the go with ease.

📱 What is the Brother Printer App?

Brother offers two main mobile apps for wireless printing and scanning:

✅ Brother iPrint&Scan

  • Ideal for basic print/scan functions

  • Available for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS

✅ Brother Mobile Connect

  • Newer app with advanced features like remote printing and ink tracking

  • Available for Android and iOS

📥 How to Download the Brother Printer App

▶️ For Android Devices:

  1. Open the Google Play Store

  2. Search for “Brother iPrint&Scan” or “Brother Mobile Connect”

  3. Tap Install

▶️ For iPhone/iPad:

  1. Open the App Store

  2. Search for “Brother iPrint&Scan” or “Brother Mobile Connect”

  3. Tap Get and install the app

▶️ For Windows or Mac (iPrint&Scan Only):

  1. Visit the official Brother Support site

  2. Enter your printer model

  3. Select your OS and download iPrint&Scan under Utilities

🔧 How to Set Up the Brother Printer App

Once installed, follow these steps to connect your Brother printer:

📶 Step 1: Connect Printer to Wi-Fi

  • Use your printer's control panel to connect to the same Wi-Fi network as your device

🔍 Step 2: Open the App

  • Launch the app and allow necessary permissions

🔍 Step 3: Auto-Detect Your Printer

  • The app will scan the network and display your Brother printer

  • Tap to connect

📝 Step 4: Confirm Connection

  • Once connected, the printer name and model will appear on the home screen

🖨️ How to Print Using the Brother Printer App

Printing is fast and intuitive with both apps:

✅ Steps:

  1. Open the app

  2. Tap Print

  3. Select the file type: Photo, Document, Web Page, etc.

  4. Choose the file you want to print

  5. Adjust settings like paper size, orientation, and copies

  6. Tap Print

🔄 Supported File Types:

  • PDF

  • JPEG

  • PNG

  • Microsoft Office files (with add-ons or supported apps)

📄 How to Scan Using the Brother Printer App

✅ Steps:

  1. Tap the Scan option

  2. Choose your scanning preferences (color, resolution, size)

  3. Tap Start Scan

  4. The scanned file will appear on-screen

  5. Save, email, or upload it to cloud storage

☁️ Save or Share Options:

  • Save to device

  • Send via email

  • Upload to Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, iCloud (depending on device)

🧩 Key Features of Brother Mobile Connect App

If you’re using Brother Mobile Connect, here’s what sets it apart:

  • Remote print while away from home

  • Check ink or toner levels

  • Access printing history

  • Receive push notifications for printer status

  • Register multiple Brother devices

🛠️ Troubleshooting Tips

❌ App Not Finding Printer?

  • Make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network

  • Restart your printer and app

  • Reconnect the printer in the app settings

⚠️ Printer Offline?

  • Reboot your router and printer

  • Update printer firmware via Brother Support

  • Make sure no print jobs are stuck in the queue

🎯 Final Thoughts

The Brother Printer App (iPrint&Scan or Mobile Connect) transforms your Brother printer into a modern, wireless device that works seamlessly with your phone, tablet, or computer. Whether you're printing a work report or scanning school notes, these apps make it quick, simple, and stress-free.

Download the Brother Printer App today and enjoy printing and scanning anytime, anywhere!