Add a local printer

1. Connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable and turn it on.
2. Open the Settings app from the Start menu.
3. Click Devices.
4. Click Add a printer or scanner.
5. If Windows detects your printer, click on the name of the printer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation.

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How do I get my computer to recognize my wireless printer?

Here’s how:

1. Open Windows search by pressing Windows Key + Q.
2. Type in “printer.”
3. Select Printers & Scanners.
4. Hit Add a printer or scanner. Source: Windows Central.
5. Choose The printer that I want isn’t listed.
6. Select Add a Bluetooth, wireless or network discoverable printer.
7. Choose the connected printer.

Why is my printer not connecting to my computer?

First, try restarting your computer, printer and wireless router. If not, your printer is not connected to any network at this time. Ensure your wireless router is turned on and functioning properly. You may need to connect your printer to your network again.

How do I get my printer back online with my computer?

Go to the Start icon on the bottom left of your screen then choose Control Panel and then Devices and Printers. Right click the printer in question and select “See what’s printing”. From the window that opens choose “Printer” from the menu bar at the top. Select “Use Printer Online” from the drop down menu.

What do I do to reconnect my printer to my computer it is not showing up?

What can I do if the printer is not connecting to the PC?

1. Check if your printer is an Unspecified device and update the drivers.
2. Uninstall and reinstall your printer.
3. Temporarily disable your antivirus security software.
4. Check Default printer settings.
5. Perform a Windows Update.
6. Clear spooler files and restart spooler service.

How do I make my printer discoverable?

Go to the Start menu and click Settings, Devices, then Printers & scanners. Select Add a printer or scanner and wait for your printer to appear in the list, then select it and hit Add device. If Windows doesn’t find your printer, select The printer that I want isn’t listed and follow the instructions.

Why won’t my laptop recognize my printer?

Start by verifying that your USB cable is securely connected both to your laptop and your printer. Verify that the printer is turned on and that its status lights indicate that it is ready to print. If it doesn’t, click “Add Device” and choose your printer on the list to install it.

Why is my printer offline when it’s connected to WIFI?

Your printer might appear offline if it can’t communicate with your PC. Check to make sure the printer is turned on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your PC. Your printer’s built-in menu should show which network it’s connected to, or check your printer’s manual for more info.

What to do if printer is not responding?

How do I fix my printer, not responding? (Windows)

1. Make your printer the default option. Click on the Start button and then go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners.
2. Clear Print queue.
3. Restart Print Spooler Service.
4. Re-Add your printer to your PC.
5. Restart your Windows PC.

Why is my HP printer not connected?

Check the printer connection status: Make sure the wireless signal is on, and the printer is connected to the same network as your computer or mobile device. If your printer has a light next to a Wireless icon or button, make sure the light is on. If it is off or blinks the printer is disconnected from the network.

Why is my HP printer connected but not printing?

Make sure your devices are properly connected with each other, and the network or the cable you use to connect these devices is normal. You can also try restarting your HP printer. Turn it off completely and unplug the power cord, leave it for a couple of minutes, and then plug the cord back and power on the printer. 6