How to Add the Printer Token to the MachShip Printing Application

How to Add the Printer Token to the MachShip Printing Application

Once the internal MachShip Printer and Printer Configuration is set up, you will need to assign the token to the MachShip Printing Application. This token will allow for the connection between MachShip and the printer. The token is located in the Printers Grid on the Printer page. 

  • Go to Admin and Other Options.

  • Under the Advanced section select Printers.

  • Search for the Printer in the Printer Grid.

  • Open up the MachShip Printing Application.

    • If the application has not been closed then it will be running in the system tray. Click on the following icon to be able to open the MachShip App:



    • If the application did not appear on the screen, double-click the desktop icon instead for the MachShip App to load.


  • Enter the Token in the Printer Token Box for the assigned printer.

If the correct token has been used, the status flag will go to a green tick as below:


The connection has been established. 


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