How to Use the Sawgrass Print Manager

[@nancycole2891]

Just got my Sawgrass 500. Your videos are my "go to" to learn how to use my machines.

[@pamgeorge3835]

Thank you so much! My Sawgrass is supposed to arrive today! On to your next video.

[@AngieHolden]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@hillbilln9608]

Thank God I found you, Angie! I just got my new Sawgrass and had no idea how to use it. Thank you 😊

[@AngieHolden]

Welcome!!

[@anneosborn475]

This!!! video helped me figure out the 'glitch' in my tumbler design sizing. I am so thrilled! I had the correct dimensions when I was designing or downloading but they weren't pulling through correctly when printing.

[@AngieHolden]

Glad I could help!

[@annrosie1803]

Fab! I've had my printer for months and didn't know most of these things. Thank you.

[@jemmy2323]

This really helps me do some things I was stumped on. Thank you for keeping everything so clear and concise.

[@victoriakelly699]

Angie,I love you tutorial and I'm ready to get a sawgrass printer and with you video ,I think I can do it,i've been sublimating for a year now and I'm ready to upgrade printer,Thank you

[@AngieHolden]

You can do it!

[@pottieann]

What an awesome job! This is the info I was looking for! I can fumble my way through printing with sawgrass printer but now I know exactly how to use it, thanks to you!

[@AngieHolden]

Happy to help!

[@relaxingmusicwithalisonjay9074]

Angie, I am new to sublimation and your channel is my 'go to' training centre! You are so clear and easy to understand. Thank you xxx

[@AngieHolden]

So glad you like it!

[@lizpuertorico5968]

Thank you so much,ink and paper is expensive now i know how to use print manger and google docs for printing thank you 😊

[@AngieHolden]

My pleasure 😊

[@debfr]

You came at the right time for me, yay. I’ve just purchased Sawgrass! Thank you for sharing, super helpful 🤗🥰

[@AngieHolden]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jenniferharmonywalker8902]

can't wait to setup ,my new sawgrass and finally use it thanks for sharing!!

[@AngieHolden]

Have fun!

[@DarylJAction]

Thank you for sharing this precious, important and informative information.

[@churpina]

Wow! This video is so spot on! So much useful information! Thank you :)

[@tamariwatkins4454]

Loved your video Angie!!! Well done once again!

[@AngieHolden]

Thanks!

[@LisaVornhagen]

That was great! Very interesting and easy to follow. It will be very helpful if I can ever buy a Sawgrass.

[@mrsdizi1234]

What could be the reason when I select the see more I do not have print manager as an option. I have the sawgrass 500 and PM shows at the bottom but not in the show more only has sawgrass 500 Thank you sorry confusing. Google Docs.

[@raedeenchambers8721]

Hi Angie My struggle with my Epson F170 is getting a true black. Does Sawgrass Print Manager solve this issue? As well,I am not able to find the bundle. Thank you

[@AngieHolden]

Sawgrass Print Manager only works with a Sawgrass printer. Are you pressing what you print to 100% white polyester fabric to see the true color?

[@raedeenchambers8721]

@@AngieHolden yes,I am considering buying a Sawgrass. I am printing to 100% poly and getting a green hint.

[@AngieHolden]

A green black is generally underpressed. So more time or temperature.

[@wendyvalerie6624]

Thank you for such a thotough tutoriel. Please How can I have the 3d animation button to show and funtion in creative studio

[@AngieHolden]

Sorry not sure.

[@raymondmaher1388]

I knew i could rely on you to explain my new sawgrass before i try to use it...

[@AngieHolden]

YESSSS!!

[@nourakreates]

Thank you for this tutorial 💕 💖

[@barbaramurchison1603]

I found this very helpful. So when I right click on the PM icon at the bottom of the page it only brings up printer settings and not print mate, any idea why or what I need to do to get print manager to open with the right click?

[@AngieHolden]

Right click then I think there is a print manager option you can pick. I haven't used print manager in a while!

[@bbandsue222]

Hi, I have a sawgrass 500 printer…I can’t seem to get my tumbler wraps the right size without having to trim away parts of them. Every time I change the size in print manager it still doesn’t print the correct size. I don’t know what to do to correct it. I recently had a special png tumbler wrap made, but unfortunately I can’t trim it because of the lettering running down the sides and they have to line up. Is it possible for you to tell me what I’m doing wrong so I can resize the wrap. Thank you in advance! 😊

[@AngieHolden]

My guess would be in printer manager making sure your size is the same as you want it to be as I show here on the tab where you can alter it.

[@halleyniles3089]

im having the same trouble, i try and make my design into landscape and when i get to print manager preview its rightside up again

[@SwoosieQ5417]

Yes!! I received my sawgrass last week and haven’t really played around with it yet. This is by far the best video I’ve seen!!! Thank you for sharing 🫶🏻

[@AngieHolden]

Yay! Happy to help!

[@JuliePettyjohn]

Thanks. Helpful. I bought a Sawgrass 1000 from an individual and was worried about setting up things and if I could get print manager as a used machine. I got it installed. Still can't figure out if I can get Creative Studio. Nice to know Print Manager works so well with other programs in case I cannot.

[@AngieHolden]

You should be able to get Creative Studio as well without issue.

[@daniellecollins4069]

Tons of great info thank you! Question- do you know why sawgrass print manager doesn’t show as an option in my printers list drop-down menu when I go to print? Only the sg1000 itself is there but no print manager.

[@AngieHolden]

It definitely should. Maybe try uninstalling and reinstalling it?

[@halleyniles3089]

Angie, how do i get print manager to keep my design in landscape when i move it over to print manager for tumblers and try to print it so it will fit it flips it back to stright up and down and not sideways like i transfered it over there

[@AngieHolden]

I have not used print manager in a while as I switched to their new program. Try playing with the settings and making sure it is not resizing the image.

[@lisacollodi2776]

This is great. So I do have a question. When I send to printer I only have the option of sawgrass1000 the print manager doesn’t show up this is from Cricut design space. Help please. Love your tutorials

[@AngieHolden]

It should show up as an option in your printers. Try reinstalling the printer.

[@amberholifield7656]

Thank you so much for the video!! My question is- the lock ratio on print manager. Is there anyway to unlock it? My measurements are right in creative studio, but then when I send to print, it changes the size. And won’t let me adjust it back to what it’s supposed to be

[@AngieHolden]

Try that first screen and the check boxes for preserving the layout. One of those may be wrong.

[@velvetjohnson529]

I have a problem with my sawgrass 1000 printer. It gives me and alert to change tray 1 settings to custom size IJ Plain. I don't see that anywhere

[@AngieHolden]

Sounds like your printer settings do not match your computer settings. You should be able to change the printer settings on the printer.

[@RachelDoyle-d1f]

Hi Angie!! Your videos are always super helpful!! However, I am struggling with what to use in the print manage for paper bags under material.

[@AngieHolden]

I have not sublimated on paper so not sure. Maybe try the vinyl option?

[@alanys23]

Why I can't put measurements on my print manager 😢 try to put 10.2 by 9.6 and won't let me 😢

[@AngieHolden]

Is that too large for your printer? If it will not fit on the paper, it will not let you add it.

[@belyndamcmullen5583]

I love watching your video's! I want to purchase a Seagrass 500, my question will this printer be able to take the etc film? I have an Epson 2860 and the printer will not take the sub paper, I have used all hacks that I can find, it keeps running the paper straight thru with no image. Am I doing something wrong? My concern is the saw grass printer taking up the dtc transfer film using the hack will I have the same problems as in the epson. Thank you for your advice. Belynda

[@AngieHolden]

I have not used DTF film at all so I do not know.

[@Mamawtesa]

I’m making luggage tags. When I create more than one on my page, it puts them too close together so I cannot center it on my blank. How can I create space between them please? Thank you

[@AngieHolden]

There is a spacing option where you can type in a number and also a checkbox to center on page. Both of those should help.

[@wileydog222]

Thank you for your informative videos, I have learned a lot from you! I am seriously considering a Sawgrass 500 but I am frequently away from home and am concerned about the nozzles drying out during my absence. Can the Sawgrass be programmed to do a test print once a week if power is left on? TY

[@AngieHolden]

A Sawgrass does its own maintenance as long as it is plugged in and on. You don't have to do anything.

[@wileydog222]

@@AngieHolden thank you ❤️

[@JuliePettyjohn]

Angie, it's me again, Julie. I got everything figured out to a point. However, I had an image that was wider, not so long. I wanted two copies to stack. I could see there was plenty of room on my tabloid page. However, when I added another copy, Print Manager put it on a separate page. Any suggestions? I tried it in Creative Studio and it wanted to upload only psd files. Mine was png. I will watch your CS video next. Just trying not to waste paper. Thanks, again.

[@AngieHolden]

You can put it in Creative Studio just upload in your gallery not as a design. It must think there is not room for some reason? Maybe the margins?

[@angelinaromeropeart389]

I installed my sawgrass printer a few days ago. I also installed the ink cartridges. Well after the ink ran it’s course ok the printer; was shocked to see that I got a low ink alert Went to print manager and ink is just about empty. Tried contacting the company and sent an email about my ink problem and I’m not getting a response. I had only printed a couple pages so it’s not like I’ve printer a ton. I need help for an explanation on why the ink is suddenly low after installation. Please help. I need an explanation

[@Alex_Abebe]

Thank you! This will come very helpful when I get my printer. If it’s not too much trouble, can you please share where you get the ladder shelf that’s behind you? I have 3 Cricut machines and that would be awesome for storage. Thank you!

[@AngieHolden]

I just ordered from Wayfair.

[@dongrutzius3916]

how do i adjust my black hues? some of my blacks turn out grey. if I'm printimg black, i want it as dark and full as it can get and i have variences with black prints. thanks in advance!

[@AngieHolden]

First, make sure you are telling the printer to print a TRUE black. Second, it may look grey on the print but may press black to a 100% white polyester cloth. Third, it could be your time/temperature/pressure of your press that is causing your colors to look off.

[@keenaduncan4374]

Do you have a video making a bigger size print with the sg500?

[@AngieHolden]

You can try piecing together prints. I did that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i52cnoZ5rMRlqJY

[@keenaduncan4374]

@@AngieHolden thank you

[@Amazing_Mich]

Thisssss 👏🏽 THAAAANK YOU!!!

[@mrs.m.humphrey1294]

How do I print on the full page 11x8 paper

[@AngieHolden]

Sawgrass printers have a margin so you can't print edge to edge.

[@Crazydoglady.]

How do I connect my sawgrass 500 to my android?

[@AngieHolden]

I don’t use my phone to print so I am not sure.

[@colleentrimberger3711]

I design my items in my silhouette studio when I import to this program is changes the size- I have wasted so much paper/ ink

[@AngieHolden]

The checkbox that says "preserve layout" should fix that.

[@rbabyjane2]

What if none of your options show under print for you to print from

[@AngieHolden]

Sounds like you didn't get the printer installed correctly. I would walk through those steps again.

[@patriciarychwalski5589]

On my Sawgrass printer the print manager it won’t change the type of paper it shows glitter

[@AngieHolden]

Paper type doesn't matter that much but I have never seen glitter as an option!

[@nicolebartscher3203]

Hi Angie. I have a sawgrass printer purchased about 4 weeks ago and purchased some sublimation content from you. I have an image that is in 4 or 5 different formats and sawgrass will not allow me to import it to print for sublimation help!

[@AngieHolden]

Can you tell me what format you are trying to print and what error it is giving you?

[@nicolebartscher3203]

@@AngieHolden ok I found the error of my way!! I rewatched your video. One last question, Is there any way to print bigger than an 8 1/2 x 11 or an 8 1/2 x 14 on the Sawgrass 500? Thank you

[@AngieHolden]

Maximum is 8 1/2 x 14 with that printer.

[@nicolebartscher3203]

@@AngieHolden thank you!

[@charmainmcdowell8037]

how do u get a printmate log in

[@AngieHolden]

When you buy a sawgrass printer you get access to their software.

[@malianichols2505]

Thank you Angie for this. My fiancé is going to get me a sublimation printer for my birthday which is at the end of the month. I know you have an Epson Echo Tank 4700 and I was wondering which one you like best - the Sawgrass or the Epson? I have seen other comparison videos on each and I thought I would ask your opinion. I am not sure how often I will be using it (daily, weekly, etc) and I understand that the Hipppo ink is cheaper than the sawgrass, Sawgrass has a self-cleaning option (not sure how often you have to clean the Epson) and etc. I value your opinion and if you have a moment to give me your opinion I would greatly appreciate it. I would like to make sure that we get the right one. Thank you again for all you do!

[@AngieHolden]

I am working on a big comparison video but wanted to use each printer before I release that. A converted Epson EcoTank has several issues that people run into. You need to print regularly or you will run into clogs. And there are often color issues. There is the Epson F170 that is more expensive and solves some of that but you do still need to print regularly. The Sawgrass does solve a ton of issues including the self-maintenance and included software but it is more expensive to start. I know the price of the EcoTank and ink is just too good to pass up for some people and it is not a bad option at all. You just have to go into it knowing there may be issues and headaches.

[@MakaylaWilliams-e1n]

Can you use sawgrass to print with an epson printer?

[@AngieHolden]

Not that I know of.

[@Vikefreaks]

Okay....You've convinced me that a Sawgrass SG500 (and with Siser ink/products) is the way to go! However, when I click on any of the three "affiliated links" above I'm not taken anywhere. Is it just me?

[@AngieHolden]

Sorry! I apparently missed this video when I was fixing old links. Fixed them now!

[@sillybilly74100]

Hi Angie, I’ve just watched your video (which was really helpful) and wondered if you could help with a question. I am using canva to create designs but it only downloads pngs in 72dpi. If I change the quality in print manager to 300 will this increase the quality? Thank you in advance 😊

[@AngieHolden]

You would need to download at 300 dpi. I think I have that option but I pay for Canva.

[@ticmike]

Im new to this and something is driving me insane!!! I create an image in photoshop in this example a mug design thats 19.5cm X 10cmso I create it and then hit print to send it to print manager, which it does, but when it gets to print manager its the wrong size, the original design size from photoshop is now a much bigger size. I want to keep designing in photoshop as I think its the best way to design and size but for the love of god and my own sanity, can anyone tell me how to fix this issue???

[@AngieHolden]

Click "preserve design from designer".

[@ticmike]

@@AngieHolden tried that, no joy

[@debi6511]

Can I print from Cricut?

[@AngieHolden]

Yes. You would send from Cricut to this Print Manager.

[@debi6511]

@@AngieHolden is there a trick to that? I tried for 2hours yesterday. Do I just use print manager?

[@AngieHolden]

Click print in Cricut Design Space and choose print manager from the printer drop down.

[@debi6511]

@@AngieHolden Thanks so much ! got it!!! Much appreciated !!

[@angelinaromeropeart389]

I just installed my sawgrass printer. After the ink cartridges were installed, all of a sudden I get an an alert that the ink is very low. I checked print manager for ink level and it’s very low. Not allowing me to print. I only printed 5 papers. The sawgrass ink is very expensive. I feel this is highway robbery for the newly installed ink to empty out so quick

[@AngieHolden]

I would contact Sawgrass directly with your concerns.

[@Maxluv]

I've had my SG 500 for almost 2 years using PM and still learned quite a few things that I didn't know about, for one how to change the default to polyester instead of metal that always comes up for me lol and never paid attention to the plus and minus.

[@AngieHolden]

Yay! Happy to help!

[@StoneHazeCraze]

Not for Australia again 😭

[@DavidBrubaker-u6g]

What is sawgrass tech support phone number I am not having any luck getting to talk to anyone

[@AngieHolden]

You have to use the ticketing system to schedule a call.