Printing Multiple Copies Using the Collate Feature

The Collate feature determines whether multiple copies print as complete document sets (1,2,3 • 1,2,3) or grouped by page (1,1,1 • 2,2,2). After selecting your collate and stapling preferences, print the document and release it using the Pharos Print app.

Introduction

The Collate setting controls the order in which multiple copies of a multi-page document are printed. This is useful when printing packets, handouts, or documents that need to stay in page order.

Instructions

Print a Collated Document

1. Open the Word document you want to print.

2. Select File > Print.
3. Under Settings, choose the number of copies you would like to print.
4. Select the desired Collate option:

Collated

Example: 1,2,3 • 1,2,3 • 1,2,3

• Prints complete document sets in order.
• Ideal when each copy should remain together as a finished document.

Uncollated

Example: 1,1,1 • 2,2,2 • 3,3,3

• Prints all copies of page 1 first, then all copies of page 2, and so on.
• Useful when pages will be sorted or assembled later.

Optional: Select Stapling Preferences

If your printer supports stapling:

1. Open Printer Properties or Finishing Options from the Print menu.
2. Choose whether you would like the document stapled.
3. Select the desired stapling position (for example, top-left corner or dual stapling).

Print and Release Your Job

1. Review your print settings and select Print.
2. Go to a supported printer.
3. Open the Pharos Print app and use either:
   • The QR code scanner/camera feature, or
   • Your release passcode
4. Release your print job from the printer.