Installing the Shortcuts.com Coupons Printer

FAQs

• What is the Coupon Printer?
• Is installing a printer safe?
• How do I install the Coupon Printer?
• Why am I being asked to download Java?
• Which versions of Java are supported?
• Which operating systems are not supported by Shortcuts.com?
• Why am I being asked to trust our download?
• Once I install my printer can I print them immediately?

What is the Coupon Printer?

The Coupon Printer is a small Java application that enables you to print Shortcuts.com’s coupons directly to your printer. The Coupon Printer allows for high-quality coupons that will scan at your local store's register.

Is installing a printer safe?

The Coupon Printer is safe to install. Installing the Coupon Printer will not expose your computer to any virus, spyware, adware or computer conflict. Protection software leaders like Symantec, McAfee and Trend Micro all recognize our product as safe and secure. Installation of the SmartSource Coupon Printer is required in order for our coupons to print.

How do I install the Coupon Printer?

Just select the coupons you want and click the Print Now button. You'll be automatically prompted to activate Shortcuts Coupon Printer if you need to. There will be onscreen instructions specific to the system and browser you're using. But in general, the download will begin after you click an activate button and will only take a few seconds. Your coupons will start to print when installation is complete.

Why am I being asked to download Java?

The Coupon Printer is a small Java application that enables you to print Shortcuts coupons directly to your printer.

Downloading the Coupon Printer is part of the printing process. It cannot be emailed and installed separately.

Which versions of Java are supported?

You must have Java version 1.5 or above installed. With Firefox 3.6 you must have Java version 1.6 or greater.

Which operating systems are not supported by Shortcuts.com?

Windows 2000, CompuServe, Linux and WebTV systems are not supported. Shortcuts does not support printing using the AOL browser via AOL's dial-up service; however, you can use Internet Explorer or Firefox if AOL is your ISP. Shortcuts currently has partial support for the Windows 7 OS. Shortcuts is aware of a few restrictions and are working to be fully compatible shortly.

Why am I being asked to trust our download?

Depending on your browser's security levels, you may also be asked to "trust" our download.

Once I install my printer can I print them immediately?

Factors such as computer memory, internet connection speed and printer type all affect how long it takes for a coupon to start printing. Printing should begin within 60 seconds. You can verify that the data is spooling to your printer by viewing its status in your print queue.

For additional help, visit Shortcuts.com/help. For printing issues, see Troubleshooting Shortcuts.com Coupon Printer.

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