Printers
How to add a printer
Beginnerprinterhardware
3 views 0 found this helpful Last updated July 23, 2026
Problem
I need to add a new printer to my computer.
Symptoms
The printer you want to use doesn't appear in your printer list yet, or you have a new network printer to connect.
Solution
Add the printer through Windows Settings - Windows can usually detect it automatically, or you can add it manually by network address.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1Open Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
- 2Click "Add device" and wait for Windows to search for nearby printers.
- 3If your printer appears in the list, click Add device next to it and follow the prompts.
- 4If it doesn't appear, click "Add manually" and choose the option to add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth printer.
- 5Enter the printer's IP address or hostname if prompted - ask IT if you don't know it.
- 6Once added, select the printer, click Manage, and print a test page to confirm it works.
- 7Contact IT if the printer still doesn't appear or the test page fails to print.
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