Printer Software

From printer drivers to printer software downloads

Printer software doesn't have to end with the printer driver disk that was included when you bought the equipment; additional printer software downloads and CDs can help you enhance your printing projects in more ways than you might think.

Printer software products enhance creative projects, from printing photos to creating custom letterhead, labels and envelopes. Other software helps you keep your printer running optimally. You can download or order software to update your printer drivers, depending on the brand of your printer. Some of the more popular brands include:

• HP printer software
• Lexmark printer software
• Epson printer software
• Canon printer software

Features and Benefits

• Keep printers up to date with little cost
• Better photo printing
• Make your creative projects look more professional

Top Choices

• BullZip PDF Printer – allows you to virtually write PDFs from any Windows application
• GreenPrint World 1.2 – allows you to eliminate extra pages and images from documents before you print them, saving paper and printer ink
• Easy CD and DVD Cover Creator – allows you to make custom covers for your disks

Major Considerations

• Is the download or disk compatible with my printer type and my operating system?
• Can a free printer software download be trusted, or would it be more reliable to pay for software?
• Can I trust the company providing the software?

Price Range

Many printer software downloads available on the web are free, particularly those that allow you to do creative projects with your printer. Software updates made available by your printer's manufacturer may be free as well. For software that you do have to pay for, you can expect prices between $30 and $100, depending on the type. Though free versions may be available, it can sometimes be safer to pay the money for a trusted version.

Summary

Just like your computer, a printer is a powerful machine when used correctly. You can use printer software to simplify and enhance creative projects and to ensure you're up-to-date with the latest versions of your printer drivers. Whether you're using free printer software downloads or you're buying off the shelf, just make sure you can trust what you buy and that your new software is compatible with your machine.