How to Print a MediaMiner Story from a PDF

To print a MediaMiner story for personal reading, download the complete story as a PDF with WP Downloader. You can then open the file on your phone or computer and use the usual print controls.

PDF keeps a fixed page layout, which makes it suitable for printing. You can print the story at home or take the file to a print shop, provided the printed copy is for your personal use only.

Download the MediaMiner story as a PDF

WP Downloader is a free web tool and does not require an app or browser extension. You also do not need a MediaMiner account.

Find the MediaMiner story you want to print.
Copy its full story URL. It should follow this general format:

https://www.mediaminer.org/fanfic/s/category-name/story-title/123456

Open the MediaMiner downloader.
Paste the story URL into the box.
Choose PDF as the download format.
Sign in with Discord when prompted. PDF downloads require a free Discord sign-in.
Choose whether to include the story’s images.
Download the finished PDF to your device.

WP Downloader downloads the whole MediaMiner story. It does not download individual chapters or story lists from this site. For a broader walkthrough, see how to download MediaMiner stories.

Support for MediaMiner and the other fiction archives was ported from FanFicFare, the open-source fanfiction downloader.

Check the PDF before printing

Open the PDF and review a few pages before printing. Make sure the text is visible, the pages are in the expected order, and any images you chose to include are present.

Check the total page count as well. Long stories can produce large PDFs, so the length may help you decide whether to print the whole story at once or choose a smaller page range.

If the story gets new chapters later, download it again. WP Downloader cannot update an existing EPUB or PDF with new chapters.

Print from a computer

Open the PDF in your usual PDF reader or web browser, then use its print command. You will usually find it under a printer icon or in the app’s menu.

In the print window:

Select your printer.
Choose all pages or enter a specific page range.
Set the number of copies.
Review the available paper, orientation, color, and scaling settings.
Check the print preview.
Start printing when the preview looks right.

For a long story, you may want to print a small test section first to check the text and page layout.

Print from a phone or tablet

Save the PDF somewhere you can open it on your device. Open it in a PDF reader, browser, or file app that can access your device’s printing feature.

Look for the print option in the app’s menu or sharing controls. Select an available printer, review the page range and other settings, then confirm the print job.

Button names vary by device and app. If you cannot find a print option, try opening the PDF in another app or move it to a computer.

Use a print shop

You can also take the PDF to a print shop. Save it somewhere you can access when placing the order, then tell the shop which pages you want printed and how many personal copies you need.

Check the page count before ordering, especially for a long story. Paper, color, and finishing options vary by shop.

Print MediaMiner stories for your own personal use only. Do not sell or distribute the copies.

FAQ

Do I need a MediaMiner account to download a story?

No. MediaMiner downloads do not require a MediaMiner sign-in. Paste the story link into WP Downloader to begin.

Why should I use PDF for printing?

PDF keeps a fixed page layout, which suits printing. PDF downloads require a free Discord sign-in.

Can I print only one chapter?

WP Downloader downloads the complete MediaMiner story rather than individual chapters. Once you have the PDF, you can use the print controls to select the pages you want on paper.

Can I include story images in the printed copy?

Yes. Choose the option to include the story’s images before creating the PDF, then check that they appear in the file before printing.

Can I sell or share printed copies?

No. Printed copies are for your personal use only. Do not sell or distribute them.