How to Use the FlashLabel Extension for Printing Shipping Labels

Step 1: Download the FlashLabel Extension

Begin by downloading the FlashLabel Extension from the Chrome Web Store. Navigate to the Chrome Web Store by visiting the following URL: chrome.google.com/webstore/category/extensions.

In the Chrome Web Store, use the search bar to find "FlashLabel". Select the "Flashlabel Extension" from the displayed search results.

[Visual Description: The screen shows the Chrome Web Store interface. On the left, categories like 'All', 'Recommended for you', 'Accessibility', 'Blogging', etc., are listed. The main area displays search results, with the "Flashlabel Extension" highlighted.]

Step 2: Add the Extension to Chrome

On the FlashLabel Extension's page within the Chrome Web Store, locate and click the "Add to Chrome" button. This action will initiate the installation process.

[Visual Description: The FlashLabel Extension page is shown, featuring the extension's name, rating, and a prominent "Add to Chrome" button.]

A confirmation pop-up will appear, detailing the permissions the extension requires. Review these permissions and confirm by clicking "Add extension" to proceed.

[Visual Description: A small pop-up window appears, indicating that the extension is being added and listing any necessary permissions. It may also show a message like "No access needed" or "These extensions don't need to see and change information on this site" for certain functionalities.]

Step 3: Add Flashlabel Printer

After the extension is installed, click the "Add FlashLabel Printer" button to configure your printer.

Follow the "Setting Printer" instructions:

• Insert your printer and click the "Add" button to access the device list.
• Select your specific printer from the list of available devices.

Next, open the file you intend to print.

Important Note: Please do not close the current web page after successfully adding the printer. If you close it, you may encounter issues selecting the printer later. Should you accidentally close the page, you can reopen it to add the printer again without losing progress.

[Visual Description: A modal dialog titled '"FlashLabel Extension" wants to connect' appears. It indicates a paired device, such as "Unknown device from Memory Corp. - Paired", and provides "Cancel" and "Connect" buttons.]

Step 4: Print the Label

Once your printer has been successfully added and connected, you are ready to print your label.

[Visual Description: A preview of a shipping label is displayed. It shows details for "PRIORITY MAIL 2-DAY™", including sender information (John Smith, 1234 BARNES RD, CARSON NV 30000), recipient information (DO NOT SHIP, 11 CAMPBELL AVE, CAMPBELL CA 95009), a USPS tracking number, and a "DO NOT SHIP" message.]

When the print dialog appears, ensure that "FlashLabel" is selected as the destination for printing.

[Visual Description: The system's print dialog is shown. The "Destination" field is set to "FlashLabel". Other settings like "Paper size" (e.g., ISO_4.00x6.00 inch) and "Scale" (e.g., Fit to printable area) are also visible.]

Adjust any necessary print settings, such as paper size or scale, and then click the "Print" button to finalize the process.