Example Florist iPad POS Hardware Setup

Our Floranext florist Point of Sale App can be used with all models of iPads (iPad, Mini, Air, Pro).

The ideal hardware configuration with Floranext's florist iPad POS requires a combination of cash drawer, receipt printer, iPad stand, and credit card reader (this is optional because you can always type in the credit card number manually). Below is our Recommended combination.

Star TSP100iii USB receipt printer: Star models have a USB model that allows the iPad to be plugged directly into the printer to use as a power source
Star CD3-1616 cash drawer: The receipt printer connects to your cash drawer and pops the drawer on receipt printout
Stripe M2 Reader
iPad swivel stand: No specific stand is required for Floranext, but we like the stands from Heckler and Yohann.

You may also like to add a wireless keyboard for faster typing, but it is certainly not required. Any Bluetooth keyboard (including those available from Apple) can be connected to the iPad. Please read below for more info on recommended Hardward

Credit Card Readers

If you are unsure which method of integrated credit card processing you are using, please send us a Support Ticket to confirm.

Stripe

You may connect with Stripe processing and key your customers directly into the Floranext POS, and also allow customers to easily checkout of your Floranext website.

If you are working with the Floranext POS Advanced iPad app you may connect to a Stripe M2 Reader which will allow you to dip and swipe credit cards to process from the Floranext app through your Stripe account.

The Stripe M2 reader can be purchased from your Stripe admin console.

Receipt Printers

The Floranext POS app easily captures a signature for credit card sales and seamlessly emails receipts to customers upon request. If printing receipts isn't common for your shop, you may choose to forgo having a dedicated receipt printer and just print receipts on plain letter paper for the seldom occasion it is needed. Choose a receipt printing method that fits your shop best.

The Floranext POS iPad app supports 80mm printer paper.

Print Receipts on Receipt Printer

(with optional cash drawer)

Prints on small, receipt paper
Print receipts automatically for cash sales from App
Cash drawer connects to the receipt printer to automatically open for cash sales
Good for shops who print receipts frequently
Available with a USB/lightning connection, Bluetooth connection to iPad

Where to purchase?

Purchase the Star TSP 100 Series, USB

from or your favorite retailer

***Note: You will need: Lighting cable included with your Apple iPad NOT INCLUDED***

If the mobility of the iPad is important, get a Bluetooth-type TSP 100 Series (Model 143) so cable connection is not necessary.

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Print Receipts on Standard Paper

Print on letter-sized paper from standard printer

Cash drawer not available
No need for a separate receipt printer
Automatic receipt printing not available
Good for shops with few walk-in customers or only printing a few receipts per month

Ticket and Order Printers

Printing Florist Tickets

Easily print tickets by connecting your Wifi-ready printer to the same Wifi network your iPad is connected. Must have Wifi!

The recommended Ticket Printer is the HP OfficeJet Pro 8210 Printer (other HP printers may work but have not been tested).

This printer fits the legal-sized ticket paper in it's tray and connects via Wifi for fast ticket printing. Available for purchase on HP.com or from your favorite retailer.

To print, troubleshoot printer issues, and set up a printer on a wireless network, you will need to download the HP Smart app.

How to Set Up a Wireless HP Printer from an iPad or iPhone | HP Printers | HP

1. Go to 123.hp.com from a browser on your iPad and install the HP Smart app.

2. Make sure your mobile device is connected to your wireless network.

3. Open the app, and then add your printer.

If your printer displays, continue to the next step.
If your printer does not display, tap the Plus signto select a printer from the list of found printers or set up a new one, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

4. Within the HP Smart app, set the Paper Size to legal by going to Preferences> Tray and Paper> Set to Legal> Apply.

Note: If you see a setting that says " Override A4 Letter" that's enabled, you have to disable it.

5. Within the Floranext iPad app go to Settings> Hardware> Ticket Printer> Select a printer.

If you already have a ticket printer, it may work with the Floranext POS app. Click to learn more. Common reasons your current 2-tray printer may not work with the app could be that your printer is not Wifi-ready or complications with the tray selection.

Printing Work Orders

Any Wifi-ready printer should be able to print work orders on standard paper from the app.

iPad Stands

There are a variety of to elegantly display your iPad. Be sure look for a stand that swivels if you will be asking customers for signatures!