This issue is typically caused due to bugs or corruption errors within the printer, generic glitches, outdated printer drivers, and incorrectly configured printer settings. We have compiled a list of troubleshooting techniques that have worked for several users, no matter what the cause might be. Proceed with the method that suits you the best!
Run the Printer Troubleshooter
When you encounter non-physical printer issues, the Windows printer troubleshooter can come in handy. You can’t use it to solve problems like paper jams, but it can fix problems with communications between your printer and computer. In the first step of running Printer Troubleshooter, the tool analyzes your situation and determines if any of the predetermined strategies can be applied. If an issue is identified during the scan, the troubleshooter will recommend an automatic fix. Hopefully, this will resolve the issue with minimal hassle. Here is how you can run the printer troubleshooter:
Add the Printer Again
The printer entry may also be glitched, resulting in this error message. Many affected users have reported success by adding the same printer again from the Printers & scanners window. The fix has not caused any conflicts – the only annoyance is your printer will appear twice in Printers & scanners. Follow these steps to add your printer again:
Update Printer Driver
The problem may occur if your printer driver is out of date or if you are using the wrong one. In case Windows Update fails to update the driver automatically, you can also download and install the driver manually. There may not be auto-updating software available from all manufacturers, so the easiest way to automatically update your printer’s drivers is to uninstall the current version and then find the latest version on the manufacturer’s website. Here is how you can update your printer driver manually:
Reinstall the Printer and its Packages
Since the issue can be with your printer itself, you can also try removing the printer and its files from your operating system and then reinstalling it from scratch. Follow the steps mentioned below to do so:
Make the Printer Sharable
As it turns out, you might also be facing the issue at hand if you try printing from a different computer and the targeted printer is not shared across a network. If this scenario is applicable, you can resolve the issue by making the printer shareable. Here is how you can do that:
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