Overview

GreenPrint is designed to save you money and help the environment by preventing waste pages from being printed. GreenPrint analyzes the content of each print job for pages that have wasteful characteristics. These are the pages with just a banner ad, URL footnote etc. It also allows you to very quickly add and remove pages from your print job, without having to return to the original application.

Set-Up and Basic Usage

After installation you will notice that you have a new printer called GreenPrint, this will automatically become the default printer. To use GreenPrint simply print the document as usual using GreenPrint as your printer. If for any reason you want to bypass the GreenPrint filter, and print directly to the printer, you can simply select your desired printer in the application from which you are printing.

Once you click print GreenPrint will analyze the document, and display it as it will be printed. If GreenPrint detects any unnecessary pages, it will highlight them in red and they will not be printed. If you want to print a page that has been detected as unnecessary, simply double click on the red page and it will be included in the document. If you wish to remove a page that is currently included in the document, you can double click on it, and it will be turned red and not printed. (Alternatively you can right click on the page to include or remove it.)

By default GreenPrint will display all your pages on screen at once, allowing you to rapidly see any wasteful pages in the document. You can change the view by clicking the view buttons in the toolbar.

Once you have confirmed which pages you want to print, click Print, on the button bar.

You can choose which printer the document will go to using the drop down dialog at the right end of the button bar.

Image and Text Removal

If you want to remove the images from a page to save ink, you can simply right click on the page and select Remove Images. You can remove all images from a document by using the Tools > Remove All Images command.

PDF Creation

You can create a PDF file of the document simply by clicking on the PDF button on the GreenPrint Toolbar.

You will then be prompted to choose a location where you would like to save the file.

GreenPrint does not have a PDF viewing feature. To view PDF files you will need to download the free Adobe Acrobat from www.adobe.com.

GreenPrint Logic & Preferences

You can customize many aspects of GreenPrint through the GreenPrint configuration window. You can launch the configuration tool from the Start Menu > All Programs > GreenPrint > GreenPrint Configuration or from the GreenPrint preview window by selecting Tools > GreenPrint Configuration.

The GreenPrint Preview Tab lets you set when you want the preview to appear. You can have it only appear when GreenPrint detects waste, every time you print, or simply display a warning when GreenPrint has detected waste in your print job.

The GreenPrint Logic Tab allows you to tailor the filters that detect unnecessary pages.

The Printers Tab allows you to select the default printer to which GreenPrint sends print jobs. In the Enterprise version it allows you to designate a printer for using recycled paper.

The Reports Tab allows you to set the cost of printing on a per printer basis.

On this tab you can set the cost per page for each printer you use. This cost includes both paper and ink (the default cost is $.06 per page). Enterprise users can also set the details of a central network reporting server that will collate the results from all network print users.

Known Issues

Analyzing Window Hang: GreenPrint can get stuck when analyzing a document to display in the preview. To get rid of the window, hit Ctrl+Alt+Del, which will open the task manager. Click on the "Processes" tab and sort by image name. Then select AnalyseWnd.exe and click on "End Process."

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GreenPrint Crashes on Install: GreenPrint requires the Microsoft .NET 2.0 Framework, which can be downloaded from Microsoft here.

Flash Performance Issue: In pages with large flash elements the time to preview can take longer than expected. (This is due to the conversion of the swf to bmp then to PS). We are aware of this issue and are working hard to reduce the time taken.

FAQ

How do I get rid of GreenPrint's analyzing window when it freezes on my screen?

To exit out of the analyzing window, hit Ctrl+Alt+Del, which will open the task manager. Then click on the "Processes" tab and sort by image name. Select AnalyseWnd.exe and click on "End Process."

I purchased a GreenPrint Home license prior to January 28th, 2008. What is the difference between my paid version, the World Edition, and the Home Premium Edition?

We are very thankful to our current users of GreenPrint. In order to reach as many users as possible, and to have the greatest environmental impact, we now offer a free, advertising based version of GreenPrint called the World Edition. Your copy of GreenPrint is still valid and valuable, and is now called GreenPrint Home Premium.

The primary differences between the GreenPrint you know and love and the World Edition are advertising and functionality. Please click here for a full comparison of the two products.

Do you have a Mac version?

Unfortunately, we don't currently have a Mac version of GreenPrint. We are working very hard to make one available in 2008. However, our environmental font, EverGreen, is Mac compatible and can reduce paper use by 15-20%.

How do I use GreenPrint?

For a brief tutorial of how to use GreenPrint, click here (it will take a minute to load).

After you install the software, simply print as you normally would from any document. You will notice that instead of your regular default printer being listed on the pull-down menu when you hit print, GreenPrint will be listed as the printer. Once you hit "ok" as you normally would, the GreenPrint print preview, GreenView, will be loaded. You'll then be able to see all the pages in the print job on the screen, with pages that appear to be waste highlighted in red. To remove a page, simply double click on it. To re-add a page, simply double click on it again. When you are happy with the pages being printed, you can then click "print" in the top left. The pages will then be printed out on the printer listed on the top right pull-down menu on the preview. (The printer listed automatically will be the default printer you selected during installation).

 

How do I save a document as a PDF?

There are three different ways to PDF:

1. The easiest way to PDF is to select "print" from the file menu on the document you want to save as a PDF. When the print window appears with "GreenPrint" listed as the printer, click "ok" which will bring you to GreenView, GreenPrint's print preview. You'll then be able to see the document in full and eliminate any pages you don't want included in the PDF by double clicking on them. Then click on the PDF button in the top left, and a window will appear that will allow you to select where you want to save the PDF.



2. If you would like to skip the first couple of steps and the print preview, you can select "print" from the file menu and then select "GreenPrint PDF" as the printer on the pull-down menu rather than leaving it as "GreenPrint". Once you hit "ok" a window will appear that will allow you to select where you want to save the PDF.



3. There is also a GreenPrint Icon button at the top of Internet Explorer that looks like this:

When you click on it, it takes you right to GreenView, GreenPrint's print preview. You'll then be able to see the document in full and eliminate any pages you don't want included in the PDF by double clicking on them. Then click on the PDF button in the top left, and a window will appear that will allow you to select where you want to save the PDF

I would like to see how many pages I have saved using GreenPrint. How can I do that?

There are two ways to see how many pages and money you have saved. You can click on the GreenPrint icon in the system tray on the task bar in the bottom right hand corner of your screen.

If you right click on the icon, you can select "GreenPrint Report" to view more detailed reporting options.

You can also get to reports through the Start menu. Go to the Start menu > All Programs > GreenPrint, GreenPrint Report will be one of the options.

Do you have an educational discount?

Yes. We offer a 50% discount on the Enterprise Edition for educational institutions and environmental non-profits. For more information, please contact sales@printgreener.com.

How do I buy multiple licenses of GreenPrint?

From the shopping cart you can alter the quantity of licenses you would like to purchase. If you are interested in multiple copies of the Enterprise Edition, please email sales@printgreener.com.

What are the major differences between the World, Home Premium, and Enterprise editions?

Click here to see our product comparison chart.

How do I purchase a copy of the Enterprise Edition?

Enterprise licenses can be purchased on our buy page at https://printgreener.com/buy.php

For Enterprise trial and sales questions, please email sales@printgreener.com

Is GreenPrint transferable onto a new computer?

Absolutely. As long as you uninstall GreenPrint from the previous computer, you can use the license on the new computer. At the moment, the new computer must either run Vista, Windows XP or Windows 2000.

Is there a volume price discount?

There is a discount on the Enterprise Edition for multiple licenses. Please contact sales@printgreener.com for a quote.

I bought a license but when I go to register it, it says the key is invalid. Why?

The easiest and most accurate way to enter the license key is to COPY and PASTE it into the registration field. Please make sure there are no spaces before the first character or after the last. Any extra spaces or additional characters will result in an invalid key message.

Will GreenPrint work with Vista?

Yes as of V1.1.8, GreenPrint works great with Vista (32 bit versions only). If you have a paid version of GreenPrint lower than 1.1.8, click here to update to our most recent, Vista compatible version.

Does the $70 Enterprise Edition cover all the computers in my office?

The Enterprise Edition is $70 per license. You need one license for every computer in your organization on which you want to run GreenPrint.

I have a laptop and a desktop. Do I need two copies of GreenPrint?

Yes. GreenPrint licenses are only valid for one computer.

How can I give GreenPrint as a present?

There is a GreenPrint + CD option, which will allow you to give the GreenPrint CD as a gift. You will be charged an additional $5 for the CD plus shipping. Click here to go to our secure shopping cart.

Can I get a trial copy of the Enterprise version?

Yes. Please contact sales@printgreener.com and they will arrange a trial for you.

Can I get a physical CD with the software on it?

A CD is not needed to run the software because it can be downloaded directly from the website. However, if you would like a hard copy of the software, select GreenPrint + CD during the purchase process. You will be charged an additional $5 for the CD plus shipping. Click here to go to our secure shopping cart.

How do I enable the duplex printing feature on my printer?

You can set duplex printing as your default for your physical printer from the Start menu -> Control Panel -> Printers -> Your Printer -> Printing Preferences -> Advanced -> Duplex Printing.

To set duplex printing on an individual print job basis, first send the document to GreenPrint, then going to File -> Printer Properties -> Advanced -> Duplex Printing.

If you are still having trouble with duplexing after trying the methods above, you may need to go to the Start menu -> All Programs -> GreenPrint -> GreenPrint Configuration -> GreenPrint Logic -> and check the box next to “Check that duplex printing is enabled”.

Can GreenPrint print envelopes?

We hope to have an automatic setting available for envelope printing soon. In the meantime, you’ll need to set the paper size and media type in GreenPrint before hitting print.

1. Before sending your envelope to print to GreenPrint check that File > Page Setup > Paper > Paper Size > is set to Envelopes. Then press Print.
2. In the GreenPrint preview, go to File > Printer Properties. Change “Paper Size” to “Com-10” and “Media Type” to “Envelopes”
3. Press “Apply”, press “OK”
4. Press “Print”. Your envelope should print normally.

How do I update to the newest version of GreenPrint?

All version 1 updates are free and can be downloaded at anytime from our website.

If you have GreenPrint v.1.0.8 or higher installed, you will be alerted automatically when a new version is available. You can check to see what version you currently have by opening the GreenPrint preview, selecting Help > About GreenPrint or from the System Tray Icon > Right Click > About GreenPrint.

If you're running a version lower than 1.0.8, it is recommended that you upgrade as soon as possible. Click here to download the latest version. Save the installer to your desktop, then double click on it to start the update. It will automatically replace the older version that you currently have.

The product is easy to use. I don't have any questions. Is that ok?

We've referred this one to a team of monkeys who are looking into it and we'll get back to you shortly.

Can I remove multiple pages at one time?

Yes. To remove multiple pages at one time you can click and drag to select a group of pages. Then right click and select "Remove Pages" or "Remove Images".

I've purchased EverGreen, now how do I use it?

EverGreen should have downloaded automatically after your purchase. If it did not, or you can't find it, please send us an email at support@printgreener.com. For answers to more FAQs about EverGreen, please visit www.printgreener.com/evergreen.html

What are the differences between GreenPrint World and GreenPrint Home Premium?

Click here to see our product comparison chart.

How much does GreenPrint World cost?

$0. GreenPrint World is completely free for home users.

Can I use GreenPrint World in my office?

GreenPrint World is available for non-commerical use only. If you would like to use GreenPrint in your office, please consider our Enterprise or Home Premium Edition.

Why does GreenPrint World need to connect to the internet?

In order to provide you with GreenPrint World for free, we have integrated advertising into the analyzing bar and preview. GreenPrint must be able to connect to the internet at least once every 14 days in order to access the ad server. This does not present a security risk for your computer, however, you many need to disable your firewall or anti-virus program in order for GreenPrint to work properly.

Is there a way to shut off the ads in the preview?

No. In order for us to be able to provide GreenPrint World to you at no cost, the ads must be viewable while you are using the program. If you'd prefer a version of the software without advertising, please purchase a license for GreenPrint Home Premium on our secure Buy page.

Is there technical support available for GreenPrint World?

No. Unfortunately we are not able to offer support to users of GreenPrint World. We will do our best to keep this FAQ up to date with pertinent technical information.

How do upgrade from GreenPrint World to GreenPrint Home Premium?

To upgrade you will need to purchase a license for the Home Premium Edition on our secure Buy page.