Before you can make use of the Control Center 4, you need to know what Brother utilities Control Center is and the basic function. It would be handy too if you can learn how to download and install it so you can make use of its potential.
More about Control Center
The current software used by Brother today is Control Center 4. It is a type of software enabling users to access various kinds of printer functions, like photo print, scan, and also PC-fax (Personal Computer-fax). You should be able to access this software when you connect your personal computer (desktop PC) to your Brother machine.
The basic function of the Control Center is to provide you easy and also fast access. If you have the latest machines, then you use Control Center 4. But for older machines, it would be Control Center 3. What can you do with this software?
- You can choose whether to do File, OCR, Image, or Email
- You can copy scans and also pages. There are options of 4-in-1, 2-in-1, monochrome, and color
- You are able to use PhotoCapture Center that can print, open, save, or copy files from the computer
- With the computer, you are able to send scans and images
How to Download the Tool
Basically, here are the steps to download and install the software.
- Go to the official website to get the download link. You can also try the third party website, but you can’t really sure about the safety of the website. It’s safer to access the official website and get the link from there.
- Choose the printer model or operating system, and you will be directed to the right link
- Once you download the files, you can click on it (usually in .exe format) and you are good to go.
But before you proceed with the installation, there are several things to know:
- The driver can be downloaded and installed for Windows or Mac.
- However, Control Center 4 is basically a software for Windows, which means that it isn’t perfect for Mac OS. But if you are adamant to download it for your Mac, you can still do it. You just have to do these steps:
- Go to the official site to find the proper software for the Mac
- Choose the model and also Mac OS version
- Choose the scanner driver and you are good to go
The Brother utilities Control Center is designed to help users like you to enjoy easier operation and activities on your computer, so be sure to make use of it.