HP Printers Troubleshooting Guide

Posted on 18 January, 2023 by Steven Hagerty

When you discover that your HP printer has suddenly stopped working, you are in the middle of a crucial printing task. Unless you are a zen monk, you will probably be extremely frustrated when you run into this problem. If so, you've come to the right place if you're looking for some simple fixes. This blog will provide some easy-to-follow instructions for fixing the HP printer, not the printing problem, using the “HP Printers Troubleshooting Guide”.

 

Why is the HP printer not printing Properly?

 

Either a software bug or a hardware flaw could be to blame for the HP Printer Not Printing error. It is essential to identify the problem's root cause first.

 

Spooler Print Services

 

To find the print spooler, just press Windows+R or open the run prompt, type "services MSC," and then press Enter. Check to see if this service is active. If the services are disabled or have ceased to function. Just double-click it, choose automatic, and select Start.

 

Make your printer the default device.

 

Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers by clicking Start. Check to see if your HP printer is listed before using it. A green checkmark next to it indicates that it is the default setting.

 

If not, simply right-click on it and click Set as Default & if the printer isn’t mentioned, you could add your printer through the Add Printer option.

 

Confirm Compatibility

 

A compatible connection between the printer and the system must be established. Usually, a compatibility problem can arise when the printer or Windows version is old.

 

To solve these problems, go to the website and download the most recent HP Printer drivers.

 

Update Drivers

 

Out-of-date drivers could be another reason to cause this issue. Visit Device Manager > Printer > Right-click and select update driver software.

 

The updated drivers resolve these kinds of glitches. If the issue persists, it is recommended to uninstall the driver and re-install it.

 

If you're still having problems, check out “HP Printers Troubleshooting” and try fixing your own domestic hp printer problems.

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