Brother Bluetooth Printer Setup for Smartphone (Android/iOS)

Planning to use your Brother printer with your smartphone? Connecting it to an Android or iOS device is a great way to print wirelessly and conveniently. With Bluetooth, you can easily pair your printer with your smartphone and perform printing tasks quickly. In this guide, you will find all the information you need to complete your printer setup without hassle.

I have used many Brother printers on my phone, and while the setup may seem tricky at first, it becomes simple once you know the correct steps. Some common issues people face include not being able to find the printer name or experiencing failed connections. That’s why knowing the right connection methods always comes in handy.

Below, you will find step-by-step instructions to connect a Brother printer to an iOS or Android device via Bluetooth. In addition, you will also learn about other ways to set up your printer.

Steps to Setup Brother Bluetooth Printer for Smartphone

By using the follow-up methods, you can directly connect an iOS or Android phone to a printer.

Note: Before you start the connection process, make sure your printer supports Bluetooth connectivity.

On iOS

1. First, place your printer close to your mobile phone and then turn it on.

2. Once the printer is on, enable its Bluetooth function (refer to your model’s manual if needed).

3. On your mobile device, go to the Settings menu.

4. Then, select the Bluetooth option and ensure that its toggle is on.

5. When your printer name appears, tap the correct model.

6. If it asks you to enter the PIN, then type the passkey for your device.

7. Now, you can print documents from your printer by using the Bluetooth connection.

On Android

1. Turn on your printer and bring your Android device close to it.

2. On your printer, check the Bluetooth settings or user manual to find its Bluetooth name.

3. On your Android phone, move to the Settings and turn on the Bluetooth toggle.

4. When the list of printers appears on the screen, choose your model.

5. Wait for the connection process to complete.

If your printer and Android phone are successfully connected via Bluetooth, you can start printing right away. But, if you are facing any issues or want to learn more setup methods, then continue with the further content.

Steps to Setup Brother Bluetooth Printer via Brother Connect App

Below are the methods you can use to complete your Brother printer setup with the help of the ‘Brother Connect app.’

For iOS

1. First, you should go to the App Store on your iOS device.

2. Then, search for the Brother Mobile Connect App and download it.

3. Once the download is complete, open the app and tap on the ‘Add machine’ option.

4. Next, choose the ‘Connect your machine to Wi-Fi’ option.

5. Tap on the blank field and enter your Brother printer model number.

6. Select the Confirm option when you have completed the above steps. (This step may differ depending on your printer model.)

7. The linking process will begin between your printer and iOS device; follow the on-screen instructions and tap Connect when prompted.

8. You need to tap on the Connect option once again.

9. Make sure that your Wi-Fi network is the same one connected to your mobile phone.

10. Type the correct password for your network connection.

11. When the Wi-Fi is being set up, you need to wait for a while.

12. The setup process will then be complete.

13. From now on, you can use the Brother Mobile Connect app to print documents using your printer.

For Android

1. Visit the Play Store on your phone and install the Brother Mobile Connect app.

2. After that, open the app and choose the ‘Add Machine’ option.

3. Then, you need to tap on the ‘Connect your machine to Wi-Fi’ option to move forward.

4. Tap on the blank field and enter your printer model number.

5. From the list of printers, select the right option.

6. Once the above process is complete, tap on Continue.

7. Now, the process of linking up between your printer and Android device will start; choose the Continue option.

8. Ensure that it is showing the same network connection as your mobile phone is connected to.

9. Enter the associated password with your network connection.

10. Wait until the connection process is complete.

11. After that, the setup process will be complete.

12. Now, you can use the app to print the documents using your Android smartphone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question

Why Is My Brother Printer Not Connecting to My Phone via Bluetooth?

The following points could be the main reasons for Bluetooth connection issues between your printer and smartphone.

• Your printer does not support the Bluetooth connection.

• The printer and smartphone are not within the Bluetooth connection range.

• You are not following the correct connection process.

• The printer settings are incorrect, or it is facing some issues.

• The connection settings on your device are not correct, etc.

Question

How to Connect a Brother Printer to an iPhone?

These are the steps if you want to connect a printer to your iPhone. (Make sure your printer has the Bluetooth connection feature.)

1. Turn on your printer and enable Bluetooth connectivity.

2. On your iPhone, tap on Settings, then choose Bluetooth.

3. Ensure that the Bluetooth toggle is on.

4. Now, your iPhone will scan for the available devices.

5. From the list of devices, tap on your device name.

6. Now, wait for the connection process to complete.

Question

Can I use Bluetooth to connect my Brother printer to my smartphone?

If your Brother printer comes with Bluetooth connectivity options, then you can connect to it. To connect your smartphone with the printer, make sure Bluetooth is turned on for both devices. For a successful connection, ensure both devices are within the Bluetooth connectivity range.

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