- Select the Start button, then select Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Open Printers & scanners settings.
- Select Add a printer or scanner. Wait for it to find nearby printers, then choose the one you want to use, and select Add device.
Why is my wireless printer not connecting?
Make sure it's connected to WiFi. Use a USB cable to connect and see if it works again. Move your printer to where it gets the best WiFi signal without interference. ... In this case, reconnect your device to the network, reconfigure security settings to include printers, and/or install updated drivers.Oct 17, 2019
How do I connect a printer wirelessly?
- Step 1: Locate your settings. Once turned on and ready for configuration, you'll need to connect the printer to your home WiFi. ...
- Step 2: Link your WiFi network. ...
- Step 3: Complete connectivity. ...
- Step 4: Locate your printer settings. ...
- Step 5: Connect the printer to the computer.
How do I get my computer to recognize my printer?
- Connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable and turn it on.
- Open the Settings app from the Start menu.
- Click Devices.
- Click Add a printer or scanner.
- If Windows detects your printer, click on the name of the printer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation.