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How to add a printer to Windows 10

Adding a printer to Windows 10 is simple, although the process for wired devices will be different from wireless devices.

Note: Since Windows 10 supports most printers, you probably won't need to install special software for your device.

How to add a printer to Windows 10 via wireless connection (WiFi, Bluetooth)

A network printer connects through a local network, such as Bluetooth or WiFi. Before you connect your computer to the printer, make sure the printer is turned on, and that the printer is connected to the same network as your computer.

Note: You may need admin permission to install a shared printer, such as one on a company intranet.

1. Go to Start > Settings.

2. Select Devices.

Select Devices
Select Devices

3. Select Printers & Scanners.

4. Select Add Printer or Scanner.

Select Add Printer or Scanner
Select Add Printer or Scanner

5. Wait while Windows 10 searches for nearby printers.

6. Select the name of the printer you want to add, then follow the onscreen instructions to install the printer on your computer.

7. If the printer you want to use does not appear in the list of available printers, select it The printer that I want isn't listed.

Select The printer that I want isn't listed if the printer does not appear
Select The printer that I want isn't listed if the printer does not appear

8. Select the option that corresponds to your printer and press Next.

Select the option that corresponds to your printer
Select the option that corresponds to your printer

9. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the printer.

How to add a printer to Windows 10 via cable

When you set up a new local printer, connect the power cord as well as the USB cord to the computer. Connecting the cable usually automatically starts the driver installation. If prompted, you will need to download and install specialized printer software and drivers. Then you can add it to your computer.

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1. Enter printers into the box Windows Search.

2. Select Printers & Scanners belong System Settings in the search results list.

Select Printers & Scanners in System Settings
Select Printers & Scanners in System Settings

3. Select Add printers or scanners. Wait while Windows 10 searches for nearby printers.

Select Add printers or scanners
Select Add printers or scanners

4. Select the printer's name. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer on your computer.

How to add a Bluetooth printer to Windows 10

Adding a Bluetooth printer requires you to pair the device like you would any other Bluetooth device. You should also check whether the communication port or COM port that appears on Windows is the same as the port on the print driver. Here's how to connect your Bluetooth printer in Windows 10.

1. Go to Start > Settings > Bluetooth and Other Devices. Make sure the Bluetooth toggle switch is turned on.

2. Click Add Bluetooth or other device.

Click Add Bluetooth or other device
Click Add Bluetooth or other device

3. Then select Bluetooth as the device type to add. Windows will show you a list of Bluetooth devices it has detected. Select the Bluetooth printer from the list by clicking Ready to Pair.

4. Pair your computer and printer. Some devices will pair automatically if the printer doesn't ask for a PIN. If not, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth printer on your computer when prompted. Click Connect. If your printer has a user display, you may also be asked to enter a PIN on the printer. Follow the on-screen instructions on both devices to confirm the connection.

5. Check the COM port in Device Manager. Go Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices & Printers. Right click on the Bluetooth printer and select Properties. In tab Servicesyou can see the COM port used by the printer.

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6. Install the print driver with the appropriate COM port. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the print driver. In tab Ports of the printer driver installation window, make sure that the port in Windows Device Manager is the port that you set up with the print driver. For example, if you have COM3 in Device Manager, check the box COM3 during installation.

7. Test print. Make sure your printer is connected by testing it.

Windows 10 cannot find local printer

If Windows 10 cannot recognize a printer connected by USB cable, try these troubleshooting steps.

Tips: Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. Using a hub or docking station may prevent a stable connection.

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Turn off the printer.

3. Restart the computer.

4. After the computer restarts, log back into Windows and then turn on the printer.

5. Try to install the printer. If Windows still doesn't recognize the printer, continue troubleshooting.

6. Disconnect the USB cable from both the printer and the computer.

7. Reconnect the cable, making sure it is properly connected to both devices.

8. Try to install the printer. If Windows still doesn't recognize the printer, continue troubleshooting.

9. Plug the USB cord into another USB port on the computer.

10. If Windows still does not recognize the printer, try using a different USB cable, as a damaged cable will prevent you from connecting the printer to your computer properly.

Some questions related to printer installation on Windows

Can't find the printer, what should I do?

Usually, you just need to wait a bit for Windows to find the printer you need to connect to. However, in case you wait a long time and still don't see the printer, you can check the connection ports for the printer connected by cable. With a wireless printer, you can check your network and network connection settings for problems.

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Alternatively, you can also connect the printer manually by clicking The printer that i want isn't listed and then following the steps on the screen.

How to install printer driver?

Each printer will have a different driver and if the wrong printer driver will not work as expected. To install a printer driver, you need to know the operating system you are installing on your computer, the type of printer you are using, then search and download the appropriate driver and proceed with the installation.

What should I do if I don't see the printer displayed in Devices and Printers?

In this case you can try one of the following:

  • Manually re-add the printer.
  • Reinstall the printer driver.
  • Consider reinstalling the Windows operating system.

Above is information, tips and instructions related to installing printers on Windows computers. If you encounter printer connection error 0x0000011b, please refer to the solution in the article below:

Wishing you successful connection to the printer!

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