Use a Compatible Printer App
Some printer brands like HP, Canon, and Lexmark have dedicated apps for iOS and Android that support wireless printing. Let’s see how it works with the HP Smart iOS app, the go-to app for wireless printing with Wi-Fi-enabled HP printers. The steps for other apps will be similar.
Use Your Computer as an Intermediary for Wired Printers
You can connect any old printer to an iPhone by using macOS or Windows computer as a bridge. There is specific software available for both operating systems that allows you to send any print job straight from the iPhone to any printer without AirPrint. In some apps like Microsoft Word, the More menu will display the Print option. Selecting the Print option can give you a choice to pick AirPrint or Open in Another App. Choose the latter to display the Share Sheet. Printopia is a well-regarded software for macOS. Download the Printopia free trial version on your MacBook and see if it works for you before you choose to purchase it.
