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 "How do you properly clean a printer? How often should I clean it? Do I even need to?"

These are common questions that many printer owners will eventually ask. Cleaning your printer or copier is crucial when it's a machine you rely on every day for your business's document processes.

If you don’t clean your printer, you may encounter various service or print issues, which could lead to costly repairs or the need to replace the printer. Additionally, using incorrect materials to clean your printer could cause damage to the machine.

So, how do you clean your printer the right way?

Office printers/copiers are divided primarily into two categories: A3 and A4 machines.​

What are the differences between the two types of machines? And why should you be aware of them?

To get the right printer for your company, you need to understand whether you need an A3 or A4 machine. There are clear distinctions between the two.

As a vendor that has sold office printing equipment for almost 40 years, we’ve gathered the expertise necessary to inform you of the differences between A3 and A4 machines and summarize who would and wouldn’t be a fit for each.

Let’s dive into the blog, starting with A3 machines first:

MacBooks are increasingly common in most office environments.

While the reasons for this vary, Macs have become so popular because of their usability and efficiency. 

79% of Mac users say they aren’t as efficient with any other computer, and 74% report that they experience fewer issues with their Macs than with other computer brands.

However, as efficient as MacBooks are, finding quality office printers that are compatible and easy to use with Mac OS can be challenging. 

Our print experts at STPT know that deciding on a printer can be difficult, especially when trying to find one that is compatible or easy to use with Mac computers. We’ve compiled this list of options to help you learn about the best printers for Mac computers.

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Imagine you're about to print a batch of marketing brochures for an upcoming event. You've spent countless hours perfecting the design, ensuring every detail reflects your brand's identity. But when you receive the printed brochures, the colors are off, and your carefully chosen hues look nothing like they did on your screen. This scenario is all too common and can be incredibly frustrating. The culprit? A lack of understanding of the CMYK color model.

At STPT, we've encountered this issue numerous times in our nearly 40 years in the printing industry. Many people aren't familiar with CMYK, what it stands for, and its crucial role in printing.

Imagine this: you’ve just captured a beautiful moment on your camera, and you can't wait to hold that memory in your hands as a high-quality photo print. Or perhaps you’re working on a crucial business project and need your documents to look professional and polished. Heading to an external print shop every time you need a print photos isn’t convenient. That’s where home printing comes in. But how do you ensure you get the best quality photos and documents without breaking the bank?

Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT) has over 35 years of expertise in the printing industry and is here to share the best practices for printing at home.