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  • Your Home Office, Simplified: Brother Work Smart

    Built for homes and home offices that juggle school projects, invoices, and everyday tasks, Brother Work Smart wireless color inkjet all-in-ones put professional results within easy reach. Each compact device combines print, copy, and scan to streamline your workflow, with productivity features like Automatic Duplex (2-sided) Printing and an Automatic Document Feeder, helping you move through pages efficiently while saving paper and time.

    Seamless connectivity means you can set up on your wireless network or plug in via USB, then manage jobs on the go with the Brother Mobile Connect app for quick printing, scanning, and device management from virtually anywhere. Cloud App Connections let you print from and scan to popular services such as Google Drive or Dropbox directly from the intuitive 1.8" color display on select models, so documents are where you need them, when you need them.

    Enjoy worry-free supplies with the Refresh EZ Print Subscription: Brother’s Smart Ordering technology monitors usage and automatically delivers Brother Genuine ink before you run out, while Page Gauge provides a clear estimate of pages remaining to keep projects on track. Finally, count on reliable print quality and fast output (up to 16 ppm on select models) by choosing Brother Genuine Ink, the brand recommended for consistent, high-quality performance with your printer.

  • How do Brother Work Smart printers prevent me from running out of ink, and what is the benefit of the Refresh EZ Print Subscription?

    Work Smart printers help you stay ahead of ink needs in two ways. First, Page Gauge shows a visual, numerical estimate of how many pages you can still print so you can plan refills before a project begins. Second, the Refresh EZ Print Subscription is Brother’s smart ink & toner service that uses exclusive Smart Ordering printer technology to monitor usage and ship Brother Genuine supplies to your door before you need them, with FREE shipping included.

  • What is the best printer for office work?

    • Best value for everyday tasks: Brother MFC-J1260W — compact AIO with 150-sheet paper tray, up to 16/9 ppm (BK/CLR), wireless or USB, and Brother Mobile Connect with Page Gauge for ink monitoring. Ideal for light-to-moderate printing where duplexing/ADF aren’t must-haves.

    • Best overall for productivity: Brother MFC-J1360DW — adds Automatic Duplex (2-sided) Printing, a 20-sheet ADF, 1.8" colour display with Cloud App Connections, plus wireless/USB and the same Mobile Connect + Page Gauge advantages. A strong fit for routine multi-page jobs.

    • Best for touch-driven, cloud-centric workflows: Brother MFC-J1410DW — upgrades to a 2.7" colour touchscreen, auto duplex printing, 20-sheet single-sided ADF, Cloud App Connections, wireless/USB, and Mobile Connect + Page Gauge. Designed for frequent scan-to/print-from-cloud use.

  • What are the connectivity options available on the Work Smart printers, and how can I print from my phone?

    Work Smart printers connect the way you do. Models equipped with Dual Band Wireless (802.11 b/g/n at 2.4GHz and 802.11 a/n at 5GHz) and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cover both network and direct-connect scenarios. For mobile, simply install Brother Mobile Connect to complete guided setup and then print, copy, scan, and manage your device from virtually anywhere. Standards like AirPrint, Mopria, and Wi-Fi Direct ensure broad compatibility. Many Work Smart models also feature Cloud App Connections accessible from a 1.8" color display, so you can print from or scan to Google Drive™, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, and more—no PC required. Note: a wireless connection and the free app download are needed for mobile printing.

  • How do I get my Brother printer to connect to Wi-Fi?

    You can connect in two simple ways:

    • Download Brother Mobile Connect (iOS/Android), power on your printer, and follow the in-app steps to join your home Wi-Fi. The app also lets you print, scan, copy, check Page Gauge, and manage the device from your phone. (Wireless connection and free app download required.)

    • On-printer Wi-Fi setup (panel method): From the printer’s menu, open Network/Wi-Fi, enable WLAN, select your SSID, and enter your Wi-Fi password to connect. (Menu wording may vary slightly by model.)


    No router? Use Wi-Fi Direct.
    On supported Work Smart models, enable Wi-Fi Direct and connect your phone directly to the printer, then print with Mobile Connect, AirPrint®, or Mopria®.

    Mobile standards and cloud use: These Work Smart printers support mobile printing standards such as AirPrint® and Mopria®, and (on applicable models) let you print/scan to Cloud App Connections right from the 1.8" or 2.7" display.

    If you run into issues, recheck your Wi-Fi password and distance to the router, then retry via the app or the network menu. For step-by-step device-specific guidance, see Brother support.

Inkvestment



  • What is the difference between a standard Brother INKvestment printer and an INKvestment Tank printer?

    If your printing is moderate and occasional, the standard INKvestment printers with high-yield cartridges offer notable improvements over regular cartridges. These printers are ideal for home offices or small businesses where the printing volume isn’t too high, but quality and efficiency still matter.

    On the other hand, if you print frequently or in high volume, the INKvestment Tank models are the better choice. These printers use an internal ink tank system that holds more ink, significantly reducing the frequency of cartridge replacements. This system is designed to deliver a much lower cost per page, especially for color prints, making it ideal for businesses or individuals with high printing demands.

  • What’s the difference between Standard, High-Yield (XL) and Super High-Yield (XXL) cartridges?

    Here’s a helpful comparison table to guide you in choosing the right Brother ink cartridge based on your printing needs and frequency.

    If your printing is moderate and occasional, the standard INKvestment printers with high-yield cartridges offer notable improvements over regular cartridges. These printers are ideal for home offices or small businesses where the printing volume isn’t too high, but quality and efficiency still matter.

    On the other hand, if you print frequently or in high volume, the INKvestment Tank models are the better choice. These printers use an internal ink tank system that holds more ink, significantly reducing the frequency of cartridge replacements. This system is designed to deliver a much lower cost per page, especially for color prints, making it ideal for businesses or individuals with high printing demands.

  • Quelle est la différence entre une imprimante Brother INKvestment standard et une imprimante INKvestment Tank ?

    Si votre utilisation d'impression est modérée et occasionnelle, les imprimantes INKvestment standard avec des cartouches à haut rendement offrent des améliorations notables par rapport aux cartouches régulières. Ces imprimantes sont idéales pour les bureaux à domicile ou les petites entreprises où le volume d'impression n'est pas trop élevé, mais où la qualité et l'efficacité comptent toujours.

    D'autre part, si vous imprimez fréquemment ou en grand volume, les modèles INKvestment Tank sont un meilleur choix. Ces imprimantes utilisent un système de réservoir d'encre interne qui contient plus d'encre, réduisant ainsi de manière significative la fréquence de remplacement des cartouches. Ce système est conçu pour offrir un coût par page beaucoup plus bas, en particulier pour les impressions en couleur, ce qui le rend idéal pour les entreprises ou les particuliers ayant de grandes exigences en matière d'impression.

  • Quelle est la différence entre les cartouches standard, haute capacité (XL) et super haute capacité (XXL) ?

    Voici un tableau comparatif utile pour vous aider à choisir la cartouche d'encre Brother qui convient à vos besoins d'impression et à la fréquence d'utilisation.

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