How To Add A Printer On Windows

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This quick step guide will show you how to add a printer on a Windows machine.

  • Make sure your printer is properly connected to your computer, either via USB cable, Wi-Fi, or Ethernet.  In the search bar on the bottom left (bottom middle in Windows 11), type “printers and scanners”.

  • In the new window click on “add a printer or scanner”

If your printer cannot be found, follow these steps:

  • Make a note of your printer make and model.
  • Visit the vendor website by typing your printer model in your browser.
  • Download the latest drivers, this option will automatically detect any compatible printer.

 

  • To make sure everything is working correctly, try printing a test page. If a network printer you can manually add the printer using the printer IP address

  • Enter the printer IP address and add the correct driver

 

If you encounter any issues, please contact Computer Care Support for assistance.