How to charge a project / account for copies with PaperCut

Issue/Question

• How can I charge my department for the copies I make?

Environment

Some departments require staff to select specific project codes or accounts for printing and copying. This is common with shared printers. The process works on any PaperCut-controlled multi-function device (MFD).

Resolution

To charge a department for copies, ensure you have permission to access the specific account. If not, submit an online request.

Steps to Charge a Department:

1. Log in to the Printer:
   • Tap your ID or sign in to the PaperCut interface on the MFD.
2. Access Device Functions:
   • ​Tap “Device Functions” on the touch screen 
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3. Select Account:
   • If you have access to project codes, select the account you want to charge.
   • If not, tap “Use personal account.”
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4. Make Copies:
   • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Copy as usual. The job will be charged to the selected departmen  

If you need further assistance, please contact the Bowdoin College Service Desk