Most people only need an A4 printer for everyday documents. Choose an A3 or A3+ printer if you need to print posters, presentations, artwork or larger documents.

Ink cartridges are used in inkjet printers, while toner cartridges are used in laser printers. Inkjet printers are generally better for photos and occasional colour printing, while laser printers are often better for regular black-and-white document printing.

Page yield is the approximate number of pages an ink cartridge, ink bottle or toner cartridge can print before it needs replacing. It is a useful way to compare running costs, although actual results vary depending on what you print.

Yes, many wireless printers support mobile printing through services such as Apple AirPrint and Mopria. You can usually print directly from a compatible smartphone or tablet over Wi‑Fi.

An automatic document feeder, or ADF, lets you scan or copy several pages at once without placing each sheet on the scanner glass. It is useful for multi-page documents, forms and contracts.

Duplex printing means a printer can print on both sides of a sheet automatically. This can save paper and is useful for reports, documents and schoolwork.

Yes, many inkjet and all-in-one printers can print photos, especially if they support glossy photo paper and borderless printing. If you print photos regularly, a dedicated photo printer may offer better results and convenience.

If you only print letters, invoices, forms or schoolwork, a mono printer may be enough. If you print photos, presentations, charts, artwork or colourful documents, choose a colour printer.

An ink tank printer uses refillable ink reservoirs instead of traditional cartridges. It can be a cost-effective choice for people who print regularly, as refill bottles often provide a much higher page yield than standard cartridges.

An all-in-one printer combines printing, scanning and copying in one device. Some models also include fax functionality and an automatic document feeder for handling multi-page documents.