Then in the General tab click on the Print Test Page button. Right-click your printer and select Properties. You can test your printer configuration by printing a test page. If you have more than one printer installed (such as several network printers) make sure you have selected the right printer as your default printer (right-click on the printer you want to use and select Set as Default Printer). If it says Offline, right-click on it and select Use Printer Online. Go to Start, Printers and Faxes.įind the printer you want to use and make sure it says Ready underneath it. If you still can’t print, check to make sure the printer is not set to offline mode. Next, check to make sure the printer cable is properly connected to both the computer and the printer. You may also want to check that it has ink if you are using an inkjet printer.

First, make sure the printer is on and has paper in the tray. As with most computer problems, you should begin with the easiest solutions before moving on to more advanced troubleshooting steps.

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