check before: 2024-10-01
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps, Universal Print
Platform:
Mac, mobile, Online, US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Universal Print's Pull Print queues feature allows admins to configure virtual printer queues and map registered printers to them. The feature simplifies the user experience by enabling secure print job release at any nearby printer. Public Preview starts in late November 2024, and General Availability begins in late June 2025. No impact on existing use is expected. Admins should prepare test printers and ensure the Microsoft 365 mobile app is installed and configured.
Details:
Updated July 8, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs.
Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937.
[When this will happen:]
Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October).
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late June 2025 (previously late May) and expect to complete by early July 2025 (previously late July).
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General Availability, Preview
Created:
2024-09-24
updated:
2025-07-09
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Impact
Without proper preparation, users may face confusion and frustration if they are not aware of the new Pull Print queues feature, leading to difficulties in releasing print jobs at nearby printers.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/universal-print/fundamentals/universal-print-qrcode, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=395937
Admin Operational Impact
If admins do not prepare test printers and ensure the Microsoft 365 mobile app is configured, they may encounter operational disruptions and increased support requests from users struggling with the new system.
- roles: IT Administrators, Help Desk Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/universal-print/fundamentals/universal-print-qrcode, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=395937
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-07-09 | MC Messages | Updated June 13, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late June 2025 (previously late May) and expect to complete by late July 2025 (previously late June). | Updated July 8, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late June 2025 (previously late May) and expect to complete by early July 2025 (previously late July). |
| 2025-07-09 | MC Last Updated | 06/13/2025 20:45:16 | 2025-07-08T20:43:58Z |
| 2025-07-09 | MC Summary | Universal Print's Pull Print queues feature allows admins to configure virtual printer queues for simplified user experience. The timeline has been updated: Public Preview starts late November 2024, General Availability begins late June 2025. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers and ensuring the Microsoft 365 app is installed on mobile devices. | Universal Print's Pull Print queues feature allows admins to configure virtual printer queues and map registered printers to them. The feature simplifies the user experience by enabling secure print job release at any nearby printer. Public Preview starts in late November 2024, and General Availability begins in late June 2025. No impact on existing use is expected. Admins should prepare test printers and ensure the Microsoft 365 mobile app is installed and configured. |
| 2025-06-14 | MC Messages | Updated February 12, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late May 2025 (previously late January) and expect to complete by late June 2025 (previously late February). | Updated June 13, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late June 2025 (previously late May) and expect to complete by late July 2025 (previously late June). |
| 2025-06-14 | MC Last Updated | 02/12/2025 17:08:44 | 2025-06-13T20:45:16Z |
| 2025-06-14 | MC Summary | The updated Universal Print feature introduces Pull Print queues, allowing users to print to any registered printer via virtual queues. It's paired with Secure release with QR code, with more options to come. Rollout begins late November 2024, with full availability by late June 2025. No impact is expected on current Universal Print usage. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers and installing the Microsoft 365 app. Associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. | Universal Print's Pull Print queues feature allows admins to configure virtual printer queues for simplified user experience. The timeline has been updated: Public Preview starts late November 2024, General Availability begins late June 2025. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers and ensuring the Microsoft 365 app is installed on mobile devices. |
| 2025-02-13 | MC Last Updated | 10/16/2024 00:58:57 | 2025-02-12T17:08:44Z |
| 2025-02-13 | MC Messages | Updated October 15, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late January 2025 and expect to complete by late February 2025. | Updated February 12, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late May 2025 (previously late January) and expect to complete by late June 2025 (previously late February). |
| 2025-02-13 | MC End Time | 04/07/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-08-04T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-02-13 | MC Summary | The updated Universal Print feature introduces Pull Print queues, allowing users to print to any registered printer via virtual queues. It's paired with Secure release with QR code, with more options to come. Rollout begins late November 2024, with full availability by late February 2025. No impact is expected on current Universal Print usage. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers and installing the Microsoft 365 app. Associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. | The updated Universal Print feature introduces Pull Print queues, allowing users to print to any registered printer via virtual queues. It's paired with Secure release with QR code, with more options to come. Rollout begins late November 2024, with full availability by late June 2025. No impact is expected on current Universal Print usage. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers and installing the Microsoft 365 app. Associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Messages | The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs.
Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out early October 2024 and expect to complete by late October 2024. General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late January 2025 and expect to complete by late February 2025. | Updated October 15, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Universal Print anywhere feature offers customers Pull Print queue functionality through Microsoft Universal Print. This feature allows admins to configure one or more virtual printer queues and map any number of registered printers in Universal Print to these virtual printer queues. The goal is to simplify the end-user's experience as the user only needs to know the one printer for their region/location and can walk up to any physical printer near them to securely release their print jobs. Universal Print anywhere is initially paired with the Secure release with QR code functionality. Additional secure release options will be made available in the future. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: We will begin rolling out late November 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late October). General Availability (Worldwide, GCC High, GCC): We plan to begin rolling out late January 2025 and expect to complete by late February 2025. |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Title | Universal Print: Pull Print queues | (Updated) Universal Print: Pull Print queues |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Last Updated | 09/24/2024 02:14:26 | 2024-10-16T00:58:57Z |
| 2024-10-16 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Summary | The Universal Print feature now includes Pull Print queues, allowing admins to create virtual printer queues linked to multiple printers. This simplifies printing for users, who only need to know one printer for their location. It pairs with QR code secure release, with more options coming soon. Rollout begins October 2024, with full availability by February 2025. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers with QR code release and installing the Microsoft 365 app on mobile devices. No impact on current Universal Print usage is expected. Roadmap ID 395937. | The updated Universal Print feature introduces Pull Print queues, allowing users to print to any registered printer via virtual queues. It's paired with Secure release with QR code, with more options to come. Rollout begins late November 2024, with full availability by late February 2025. No impact is expected on current Universal Print usage. Admins should prepare by setting up test printers and installing the Microsoft 365 app. Associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 395937. |
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