* Printing and copying are free for up to 50 pages per week with a library card. Once you reach your 50-page limit, you'll need to wait until your credits reset the following week. Guests without library cards can print up to 5 free sheets. Additional pages cannot be purchased. Thank you for helping us keep this valuable service free to library cardholders! If you need to print more pages or have special printing needs, try one of these local print shops.
STEP 1
Make sure your document is downloaded to your phone, tablet or computer.
STEP 2
Go to our printing portal: kdl.org/printing-portal
STEP 3
Follow the on-screen prompts to:
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- Select a location for your printing.
- Enter your library card number and PIN.
- Upload your file.
- Confirm printing details.
STEP 4
Click SUBMIT.
STEP 5
Head to the printer then scan or type in your library card (this will either be on a stand next to the printer or directly on the printer) and select PRINT JOB(S) or PRINT ALL.
NOTE: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before closing of the library to print, and bring your device with you.
More Information
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- Printing credits reset every Saturday night.
- Print jobs will stay in the queue for 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions about Printing and Copying
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Printing and copying are free for up to 50 pages each week with a library card. Once you reach your 50-page limit, you'll need to wait until your credits reset the following week. Additional pages cannot be purchased.
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The page limit helps KDL keep printing and copying free, fair and available for everyone. This free service is designed for everyday needs like forms, school work, job searches and personal documents rather than large projects or commercial printing.
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KDL and Lakeland Library Cooperative (LLC) cardholders can print and copy up to 50 sheets per week for free. Guests without library cards can print and copy up to 5 sheets per day with a guest pass, but guest passes must be obtained in the branch.
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No. Once you reach your weekly limit, additional pages cannot be purchased. Limitations are in place to ensure fair access for all users. Large print and copy jobs can significantly slow the printing queue, and this free service is designed to support everyday needs rather than high-volume projects.
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Printing/copying credits reset every Saturday night.
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If you need to print or copy a large project, staff are happy to help you find a local print shop that may better meet your needs. Find some local ones here: Printing Options Near the Library
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Many people can get a free KDL library card in just a few minutes! Register online for your library card.
If you don't qualify for a standard library card, staff can help determine whether a temporary card may be available for your situation.
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Weekly quotas for printing and copying are determined by the total number of sheets of paper used. For example, one sheet that is printed or copied on two sides counts as one page towards your weekly quota. Also, your quota is a total of sheets printed or copied. For example, 10 printed sheets plus 10 sheets of copies counts as 20 pages towards your quota.