📖 Service Description

The Printing Service is a support facility provided by the library to assist students, faculty, and staff in producing printed academic documents. This includes assignments, research papers, reports, projects, and other educational materials.

The service is strictly intended for academic use only and is managed by library personnel to ensure proper use of equipment, cost efficiency, and fair access for all users.

📌 Services Offered

• Black & White Printing: Standard document printing for text-based materials.
• Color Printing: For presentations, charts, and visual reports.
• Short & Long Bond Paper: Flexible page size options.
• File Printing Support: Word, PDF, Excel, and PowerPoint formats.
• Multi-page Printing: Bulk document printing for reports and theses.

🧭 Printing Process Workflow

1. Prepare your file in a readable format (PDF is recommended).
2. Save your file on a USB drive or cloud storage (Google Drive, email, etc.).
3. Submit the file to the library printing station or staff.
4. Specify printing options:
   • Number of copies
   • Page range
   • Color or black & white
   • Paper size (Short or Long)
5. Staff will review the file for errors before printing.
6. Proceed to payment before printing starts.
7. Collect printed documents and verify completeness.

💸 Printing Rates

• Black & White Printing: ₱2.00 per page
• Color Printing: ₱5.00 per page
• Double-sided printing (if available): Same rate applies per side

Rates are subject to change depending on operational costs and library management approval.

⚠️ Printing Rules and Regulations

• Printing is strictly for academic and research purposes only.
• Users must review documents carefully before submission to avoid errors.
• The library is not responsible for mistakes in user-submitted files.
• Unauthorized printing of non-academic materials is prohibited.
• Bulk printing may be scheduled during peak hours.
• Respect staff instructions at all times.

📊 Service Limitations

• Maximum 20–30 pages per transaction during peak hours.
• Large printing jobs may require waiting time or scheduling.
• Printing service may be temporarily unavailable during maintenance.
• Priority is given to urgent academic requirements.

👤 User Responsibilities

• Ensure files are free from viruses before submission.
• Check formatting before printing.
• Follow queueing system during busy hours.
• Pay correct fees and request official receipt if needed.
• Respect library equipment and staff instructions.

🛠️ Common Issues and Support

• File not opening: Convert to PDF and resubmit.
• Missing pages: Verify page range before printing.
• Low quality print: Ensure file resolution is high.
• Payment issues: Report immediately to staff.

⏰ Operating Hours

• Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Cut-off: 30 minutes before closing time

📞 Printing Support Contact

• Email: printing@nvac.edu.ph
• Phone: (000) 123-4567
• Location: Library Service Counter