Managing Cloud Printers

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This manual explains how to set up and manage cloud printers for your osCommerce v4 website.


1) Use a service Google account

To work with printers in console mode, it is necessary to use the service Google account.

2) Accept printer invitations

Each cloud printer end user receives an invitation to use the printer, which they can accept or decline.

Invitations are sent after the user is granted general access at the following page:

Google Cloud Print Printers

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3) Connect the service account to the printer

You can connect the service account to the cloud printer by creating a group and granting access permissions.

1. Place the service account in a group and allow this group to use printer resources.

2. Manage groups at:

https://groups.google.com

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3. Create a new group and add the service account to it. You can also include end-user accounts in this group.

  • The group email typically has the format: @googlegroups.com

4. Grant this group access to the chosen cloud printer.


4) Connect printers to osCommerce v4

1. To connect the printers to osCommerce v4, upload the service account key file (file containing service account keys).

2. Then choose the required sales channel and click on the New Service button.

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3. Upload the service account key file.


5) Assign printers in the admin area

After the service is created, the Cloud Printers tab will appear.

1. Click Get Cloud Printers to retrieve the list of available printers.

2. Select the required printer and click Accept to assign it to the admin area of your website.