Connect to Your Printer

1. Click on the Apple symbol on the top, left-hand corner. Then, click System Preferences.
2. Click on the Printers Scanners icon.
3. Click the plus “+” sign to add the printer. (
4. A new window will open.
5. Add the printer to your computer and it should appear in your printers list once configured.

Why can’t I connect my printer to my Mac?

If you’re using a network printer or a printer connected to your Mac, make sure you have the latest version of the software for the printer. If you still have problems, try a different version of printer software. Try deleting it and setting up your printer again. If you still can’t print, reset the printing system.

How do you add a printer on a Mac?

How to Connect a Wireless Printer to Mac

1. Click the Apple icon in the top-left corner your screen.
2. Go to System Preferences.
3. Click on Printers and Scanners.
4. Click the + sign below the list of printers.
5. Select the printer you would like to add.
6. Choose the printer’s software or driver in the Use field.
7. Finally, click Add.

How do I get my Mac to recognize my HP printer?

Click the Apple icon, click System Preferences, and then click Printers & Scanners, Print and Scan, or Print and Fax. Click the Plus sign. Select your printer from the list. Click the Use or Print Using field, select AirPrint from the drop-down, and then click Add.

Why is my computer not finding my printer?

Restart the printer and try again. Unplug the printer from an outlet. You can plug it back in again to see if it works this time. Check if the printer is properly set up or connected to your computer’s system.

Why can’t My computer find my wireless printer?

Run the printer troubleshooter. If your computer can’t detect your wireless printer, you can also try to fix the problem by running the built-in printer troubleshooter. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshooter >run the printer troubleshooter.

How do I find Printers on my Mac?

Add the printer to your list of available printers: Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Printers & Scanners. If you don’t see your printer listed on the left, click the Add button at the bottom of the list. A dialog appears listing printers on your local network.

How do you print on Macbook?

How to Print on a Mac

1. Open the document or web page you want to print on your Mac.
2. Then click File in the Apple Menu Bar.
3. Next, click Print at the bottom of the drop-down menu.
4. Then choose your printer from the pop-up window.
5. Next, select the number of copies and pages.
6. Finally, click Print.

How can I connect my printer to my laptop?

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.