Download and Extract the Software
The agent is fully portable — no administrator installer required.
- Log in to your Vendor Dashboard at scan2print.hostgeeks.in/vendor.html.
- Click on Desktop Print Agent in the left sidebar navigation menu.
- Click the prominent blue button: "Download Desktop Agent (.zip)".
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Once downloaded, right-click the zip file (
Scan2Print_Desktop_Agent_Release.zip) and select "Extract All...". -
Extract the folder to your preferred location, for example:
C:\Scan2Print_Desktop_Agent\or your Counter Desktop.
Launch & Token Verification
The agent links securely to your shop via a unique secret agent token.
Open the extracted folder and double-click Scan2Print_Desktop_Agent.exe.
Pre-Configured Token
When you download the package while logged in, your Agent Token (agt_xxxxxxxxxxxx) is already bundled inside. The application connects immediately and the status pill turns ONLINE.
If you ever need to manually re-enter or update your token, click the ⚙️ Settings icon in the Desktop Agent window and paste your token from the Vendor Dashboard.
Set Up Printers & Smart Multi-Routing
Route customer orders automatically based on document colors and paper sizes.
Scan2Print supports both Single Default Printer setups and Smart Multi-Printer Routing.
Recommended if you use one primary all-in-one printer. All incoming documents are spooled to this selected device regardless of whether they are color or B&W.
Recommended for high-volume shops using separate printers for cost efficiency and speed (e.g. fast laser for B&W and ink-tank for photos).
| Category | Trigger Condition | Typical Hardware | Assigned Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 📄 Black & White | print_type == 'bw' | Canon MF244dw, HP LaserJet | B&W Laser Printer |
| 🎨 Color Documents | print_type == 'color' | Epson L4160, Brother Tank | Color Inkjet Printer |
| 🖼️ Photos / Passports | size in (4x6, 5x7, Passport) | Canon G2000, Epson L805 | Photo Tank Printer |
How to Configure in Software:
- Click the ⚙️ Settings icon in the top header bar of the Desktop Agent.
- Click on the 🖨️ Multi-Printer Routing tab.
- Toggle Smart Multi-Printer Routing to ON.
- Select your physical Windows printers from the dropdown menus for B&W, Color, and Photo.
- Click "Save & Apply Settings".
Zero-Click Printing vs Manual Mode
Control how orders are processed when customers complete payment.
When a customer pays via UPI QR code, the order is spooled silently and instantly to the designated physical printer without requiring the shopkeeper to click any buttons.
Orders arrive in your Live Queue. The shopkeeper inspects the page count, rate, and customer note, then clicks "Accept & Print" to send the job to hardware.
Every printed PDF is automatically saved locally in your spool folder (by default: Downloads\Scan2Print_Printed_Output). You can click the folder icon on the desktop agent anytime to reprint or view customer documents.
Daily Routine & System Tray
Keep counter operations running smooth throughout business hours.
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Minimize to System Tray Clicking the window minimize or close button shrinks the agent into your Windows taskbar system tray (near the clock). It keeps polling in the background without cluttering your screen.
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Start on Windows Boot In Settings, turn ON "Start on Windows Boot" so whenever your countertop computer powers on in the morning, the agent starts automatically.
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Audible Chime Alerts Whenever a new customer uploads and pays for an order, the agent plays a distinctive notification chime so you can collect sheets immediately.
Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common countertop printing scenarios.
Why does the agent show "Offline" in the window?
Verify your internet connection and check that the Server API URL in Settings is set to https://scan2print.hostgeeks.in/api/index.php. Also verify that your Agent Token matches the token displayed in your Vendor Dashboard under Desktop Print Agent.
Can I test print without waiting for a customer order?
Yes! In the Desktop Agent window, click the blue "🖨️ Test Print" button in the top bar. It will generate and print a branded diagnostic page directly to your selected printer to confirm hardware connectivity.
What happens if my printer runs out of paper or ink?
Windows Print Spooler holds the job in queue. Once paper is loaded, printing resumes automatically. All original documents remain safely saved in your local spool folder and in your vendor cloud queue.
Can I run multiple desktop agents on different counter PCs?
Yes! Multiple computers in the same shop can run the desktop agent using the same shop token. They will process and balance incoming orders seamlessly.
Ready to Start Zero-Click Printing?
Download the software, unzip it on your counter computer, and streamline your shop operations today.