Technology
Tech Help at the Library
The library offers group technology workshops as well as one-on-one technology tutoring by appointment. Tech workshops and tech tutoring sessions are available to West Bloomfield library cardholders. Tech tutoring sessions can cover a variety of topics, including questions about devices, email, the internet, common software or websites, Microsoft Office and Google products, cloud storage and file management, and library eResources and eMedia. Library staff cannot assist with all types of technology questions. If you have questions about what the library can assist with, please contact us. You can schedule a tech tutoring session or sign up for a workshop online or by contacting the Adult Information Desk at (248) 232-2290.
Website Tutorials
Looking to make the most of the library’s website? Visit the library’s YouTube page for step-by-step instructions and tips on website features.
Technology Available at the Library
Computers
Both library branches have Windows computers with internet access and popular software like Microsoft Office. There is no time limit on the computers. The Main Library has an accessible workstation with a magnified keyboard, Dragon Naturally Speaking and JAWS software, and a Kurzweil scanner.
Due to limited space, computers at the Westacres Branch are limited to West Bloomfield library cardholders. Computers at the Main Library are accessible to anyone with a library card in our system.
Wifi
Wireless internet access is available throughout both library branches. To connect, look for “wblibrary” and connect your device, then open your web browser to accept the internet access policy.
Hotspot Kits
Hotspots are available to check out with a West Bloomfield library card. You can use a hotspot to connect to the internet almost anywhere inside the United States. Check out the coverage map, or request a hotspot.
Printing, Scanning, & Faxing
Printing and photocopying is available at both library branches. Effective November 25, 2025, prints and photocopies are 10 cents per page for black and white and color. Printers accept coins, dollar bills, credit and debit cards, and tap-to-pay. Scanning and faxing is available at both library branches at no charge.
Wireless Printing
Follow these steps to print from your laptop or mobile device.
- Make sure you have the documents to be printed saved onto your device.
- Click the button below to go to the wireless printing portal. If you’re a first time user, click on first time user and enter your library card number and email address, then click submit. If you’re a returning user, enter your library card or email address and click login.
- Click on select a file to upload to add your documents. When done choosing a document, click upload.
- At the library, go to any print kiosk to pay for and print your documents. Your uploaded files will remain stored for 7 days. If they are not printed during that time, they will be deleted.
Conversion Station
Preserve your memories in modern digital formats for easy access and longevity! The conversion station can convert a variety of legacy media formats:
- VHS to DVD
- VHS to MP4 (digital video file)
- 35mm, 126, 110, Super 8, and 8mm film negatives and slides to JPEGs
How does the station work?
The station is available at the Main Library on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly recommend contacting the library ahead of time to ensure that the station is available. Please note that VHS will convert in real time; if your VHS tape is two hours long, it will take two hours to convert.
The station is self-serve. Instructions are available at the station. If you’d like assistance converting your media, please contact the library ahead of time to ensure a Digital Services staff member will be available during your visit to help you get started. The best way to ensure that you receive one-on-one assistance is to call ahead to confirm staff availability or make a tech tutoring appointment. To make a tech tutoring appointment, contact the Main Library adult information desk at (248) 232-2290 (West Bloomfield library card required).
What do I need to bring?
You must bring your own storage. The library does not provide storage.
- To convert VHS to digital, bring a brand new or completely empty flash drive. We recommend a flash drive with at least 100 GB of storage available. If you do not have enough space available on your flash drive, you will not be able to save your video to it and your work will be lost.
- To convert VHS to DVD, bring a brand new or completely empty flash drive, AND a blank DVD. We recommend a flash drive with at least 100 GB of storage available. If you do not have enough space available on your flash drive, you will not be able to save your video to it and your work will be lost.
- To convert film negatives or slides, bring a brand new or empty SD card, and a brand new or empty flash drive. You can also bring a microSD card with an SD card converter.
