Do You Need a Printer?
| Use Case | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| High volume kitchen | Yes - printed tickets are faster |
| Low volume / single operator | Optional - use the dashboard |
| Multiple prep stations | Yes - with split printing |
| POS integration | Often not needed - orders go directly to POS |
Supported Printers
storekit works with Star Micronics cloud-enabled thermal printers using CloudPRNT technology. Popular models include:- Star TSP143IV (Ethernet/Wi-Fi)
- Star TSP654II (Ethernet)
- Star mC-Print3 (Ethernet/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth)
Setting Up a Printer
1
Connect the Printer
Connect your printer to your network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and power it on. The printer needs internet access to receive orders from storekit.
2
Add Printer in Dashboard
Go to Store Settings > Printing and click Add Printer.
3
Enter Printer Details
Enter your printer’s MAC address (found on a label on the printer) and give it a descriptive name (e.g., “Kitchen Printer”, “Bar Printer”).
4
Configure Settings
Set print options:
- Paper width (80mm is standard for receipts)
- Number of copies per order
- Auto-print or manual print
5
Test Print
Click Test Print to verify the connection and check the output format.
What Prints
Order tickets include:- Order number
- Customer name and contact details
- Fulfillment type (Pickup, Delivery, Dine-in) and requested time
- Table number (for dine-in orders)
- Items with modifiers and special instructions
- Order notes
- Payment status
Auto Print vs Manual Print
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Auto print | Tickets print automatically when orders are placed |
| Manual print | Print tickets on-demand from the dashboard |
Split Printing
If you have multiple prep stations (e.g., kitchen and bar), set up split printing:- Add multiple printers with descriptive names
- Assign menu categories to each printer
- Orders automatically split by category
- Kitchen printer → Food categories
- Bar printer → Drinks categories
Fallback Printing
Configure a backup printer in case your primary printer goes offline:- Add a secondary printer
- Set it as the fallback for your primary printer
- If the primary fails, orders automatically route to the fallback
Troubleshooting
Printer Not Connecting
- Check the printer is powered on and connected to the network
- Verify the MAC address is entered correctly
- Ensure the printer has internet access (not just local network)
- Check your router/firewall isn’t blocking outbound connections
Orders Not Printing
- Verify the printer is set as active in settings
- Check the printer has paper and no error lights
- Send a test print from the dashboard
- Check if orders are going to a different printer (if using split printing)