10 Tips to Save Money on Assignment Printing

Stop Overpaying for Printouts

If you are printing assignments at your college xerox shop, you are probably paying 3-5x more than you need to. Here are 10 proven ways to cut your printing costs.

1. Print Online Instead of Locally

Local shops charge ₹1-3 per page. Online printing starts at ₹0.35/page — that is an instant 50-80% saving.

2. Use B&W for Text Pages

Only use color printing (₹1/page) for pages with charts, graphs, or images. Keep text-only pages in B&W (₹0.35/page).

3. Order in Bulk

The more pages in a single order, the lower your per-page cost. Save up multiple assignments and print them together.

4. Combine Orders with Classmates

Pool your assignments with friends. A single large order costs less per page than multiple small ones.

5. Use Double-Sided Printing for Drafts

Double-sided printing uses half the paper. Use it for draft copies and personal references.

6. Choose Spiral Binding over Soft Cover

Spiral binding (₹40) is ₹20 cheaper than soft cover (₹60) per copy. For assignments, spiral works perfectly.

7. Standard 75 GSM Paper for Assignments

Unless your professor requires premium paper, 75 GSM is perfectly fine for assignments and saves on shipping weight.

8. Avoid Rush Orders When Possible

Plan ahead and use standard delivery (2-7 days) instead of express. Standard delivery is often free on larger orders.

9. Check for Seasonal Discounts

End-of-semester printing often comes with bulk deals. Check for offers during exam season.

10. Review Before You Print

The most expensive page is one you have to reprint. Always proofread and check formatting before ordering.

The Math

| Scenario | Local Shop | Online Printing | Savings | |---|---|---|---| | 50-page assignment | ₹100 | ₹57.50 | 42% | | 200-page project (5 copies) | ₹2,000 | ₹550 | 72% | | Semester bundle (1000 pages) | ₹2,000 | ₹475 | 76% |