How to Install Tape in a P-Touch Label Maker
Mia Cox
Updated on March 12, 2026
The P-touch Label maker is a convenient way to categorize and customize your entire home, office or any other project. The machine has a built-in QWERTY keyboard for easy typing and prints on an adhesive label that is ready for use. The label maker uses thermal technology, which eliminates the need for ink.
There are a wide variety of label types you can buy depending on what colors you like. The portable machine is powered by AA batteries.
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Turn off the label maker before installing the tape.
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Press the part marked as "<<" and lift the cassette cover.
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Position the tape into the slot. Make sure to feed the end of the tape under the tape guides.
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Check that the lever is up before closing the cover; the cover will not close if the lever is pressed down.
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Close the cassette cover.
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Press the power key to turn on the device. If using an AC adapter, plug the adapter into the wall then press the power key.
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Type a sample to test if your installation was successful.
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- The P-touch Label maker is a convenient way to categorize and customize your entire home, office or any other project.
- The machine has a built-in QWERTY keyboard for easy typing and prints on an adhesive label that is ready for use.
- Make sure to feed the end of the tape under the tape guides.