How to Print from a Smartphone Using Epson Smart Panel App – Epson L3156 WiFi

The Epson Smart Panel App makes it easy to control and print from your smartphone or tablet using the Epson L3156 WiFi printer. This feature is especially useful for wireless printing of photos, documents, and PDFs directly from your mobile device without needing a computer. Follow the detailed guide below to set up and use this feature effectively.

1. Requirements Before You Begin

Before printing from your smartphone, make sure the following are ready:

Your Epson L3156 printer is powered on and connected to the same WiFi network as your smartphone.
You have installed the Epson Smart Panel App on your mobile device.
The printer ink levels are sufficient, and there is paper loaded in the tray.
Your phone’s operating system is Android 7.0 or later or iOS 13 or later.

2. Download and Install the Epson Smart Panel App

Open the Google Play Store (for Android) or Apple App Store (for iPhone/iPad).
Search for “Epson Smart Panel.”
Tap Install (Android) or Get (iOS).
Once installed, open the app and grant necessary permissions such as WiFi, Bluetooth, and Files/Media access.

3. Connect the Printer to the App

Open the Epson Smart Panel App.
Tap “Set Up a New Product.”
Choose “Connect via WiFi.”
The app will search for nearby Epson printers.
When the Epson L3156 appears, select it.
If prompted, confirm your WiFi network and enter the WiFi password.
Once the connection is complete, the printer’s WiFi light should turn solid blue, indicating it’s online and ready.

4. Print a Document or Photo from Your Smartphone

Option A: Print Directly from the App

Open the Epson Smart Panel App.
Select “Print” from the home screen.
Choose Documents or Photos depending on what you want to print.
Browse and select the file from your phone’s storage or cloud services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud).
Tap Print Settings to adjust options such as:
- Paper Size (A4, Letter, etc.)
- Print Quality (Standard, High)
- Orientation (Portrait/Landscape)
- Number of Copies
After reviewing your settings, tap Print.
The document will be sent wirelessly to your Epson L3156 printer and printing will start shortly.

Option B: Print Using Android or iOS Share Menu

Open any file (image, PDF, webpage, etc.) on your smartphone.
Tap the Share or Send To icon.
Choose Epson Smart Panel or Epson Print Service Plugin from the list.
Adjust print settings as needed.
Tap Print to send it to your L3156.

5. Print Photos with Borderless Option

Open the Epson Smart Panel App and select Photo Print.
Choose the image(s) you want to print.
Enable Borderless Printing if you want edge-to-edge photos.
Make sure to use Epson photo paper for best results.
Tap Print to start printing your photos wirelessly.

6. Print Documents from Cloud Storage

In the Epson Smart Panel App, go to Document Print.
Select a cloud service such as Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive.
Sign in to your account if prompted.
Choose the file you want to print.
Adjust print options and tap Print.

7. Troubleshooting Printing Issues

If you encounter any problems:

Ensure both your printer and smartphone are on the same WiFi network.
Restart the Epson Smart Panel App and reconnect the printer.
If the printer does not appear in the app, press the WiFi button on the printer to re-enable the connection.
Check that the Epson L3156 firmware and Smart Panel App are updated to the latest version.
Avoid printing large files over weak WiFi connections.

8. Additional Tips

You can monitor ink levels and perform maintenance tasks like nozzle cleaning or print head alignment directly from the app.
For faster photo transfers, ensure your mobile device is close to the printer.
Use Epson iPrint App as an alternative if you want advanced layout control or scanning features.