How do I get my computer to recognize my wireless printer?

Go to the Start menu and click Settings, Devices, then Printers & scanners. Select Add a printer or scanner and wait for your printer to appear in the list, then select it and hit Add device. If Windows doesn't find your printer, select The printer that I want isn't listed and follow the instructions.
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Why is my computer not detecting my wireless printer?

If your computer can't detect your wireless printer, you can also try to fix the problem by running the built-in printer troubleshooter. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshooter >run the printer troubleshooter.
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How do I reconnect my printer to my computer wirelessly?

How to connect a printer via wireless network
  1. Step 1: Locate your settings. Once turned on and ready for configuration, you'll need to connect the printer to your home WiFi. ...
  2. Step 2: Link your WiFi network. ...
  3. Step 3: Complete connectivity. ...
  4. Step 4: Locate your printer settings. ...
  5. Step 5: Connect the printer to the computer.
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How do I get my computer to recognize my printer?

Add a local printer
  1. Connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable and turn it on.
  2. Open the Settings app from the Start menu.
  3. Click Devices.
  4. Click Add a printer or scanner.
  5. If Windows detects your printer, click on the name of the printer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation.
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How do you add a printer that isn't showing up?

Select Start, type Control Panel, and then press Enter. In Control Panel, select the View Devices and Printers item. Select Add Printer at the top of the window. After the wizard started, select The printer that I want isn't listed.
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Why does my printer not show up in devices and Printers?

If you find that the Printer icon is not showing in your Desktop, Control Panel, Devices and Printers, then you may have to tweak the Windows Registry. You will have to follow the same procedure as you did to list the Printers using the same printer driver separately.
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How do I get my HP printer to recognize my wireless network?

Connect the printer with the Wireless Setup Wizard (printers with a touchscreen)
  1. Place the printer near the Wi-Fi router.
  2. Open the Setup, Network, or Wireless settings menu, and then select Wireless Setup Wizard.
  3. Select the name of your network, and then enter the password to complete the connection. Note:
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Why is my HP printer not connecting to Wi-Fi?

Make sure paper is loaded in the main tray, and then turn on the printer. From the Wireless or Setup menu, select Network setup or Settings, and then select Restore Network Settings. Get the network name and password. Go to Find the wireless network password or PIN to connect an HP printer for more information.
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How do I make my HP printer discoverable?

On the printer's control panel, go to the Network menu or touch the wireless icon and then go to settings. Select Wireless Setup Wizard. The Wireless Setup Wizard displays a list of wireless networks in the area. Note: Settings may be accessed by touching a wrench icon, depending on the product model.
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Why is my HP printer not showing up?

Check the printer connection status: Make sure the wireless signal is on, and the printer is connected to the same network as your computer or mobile device. If your printer has a light next to a Wireless icon or button , make sure the light is on. If it is off or blinks, the printer is disconnected from the network.
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How do I find a hidden printer in Windows 10?

Press Windows Key + X to open the Power User Menu. Select Device Manager from the list. When Device Manager opens, select View and select Show hidden devices.
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How do I find Devices and Printers in Windows 10?

Simply press the Windows key + R shortcut to bring up the Run dialog, or open the Command Prompt. Type control printers and press Enter. The Devices and Printers window will open immediately.
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How do I connect to a printer?

Start your mobile application and tap the Settings icon. (Mobile Cable Label Tool users must also tap [Printer Settings] - [Printer].) Select the printer listed under [Wi-Fi Printer]. You can now print from your device wirelessly.
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How can I see all devices on my computer?

Open Settings. Click Devices. The settings related to devices are shown. Click Connected Devices.
...
View a list of your devices
  1. All devices that are connected to your computer.
  2. Installed printers and scanners.
  3. Available Bluetooth devices in your area (if your device has Bluetooth)
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Why can't I add a printer in Windows 10?

Run the printer troubleshooter

Windows 10 also features a built-in troubleshooter that allows you to quickly fix general print-related issues. To run it, simply go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshooter > run the Printer troubleshooter. Additionally, you can also run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.
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How does your printer indicate that it is connected to the network?

To verify the printer is connected to the network, check to see if the printer has an IP address through its LCD screen. It should also provide network connectivity status, indicating it is connected.
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Why is my printer not working after Windows 10 update?

This problem may occur if you are using the wrong printer driver or it's out of date. So you should update your printer driver to see if it fixes your problem. If you don't have the time, patience or skills to update the driver manually, you can do it automatically with Driver Easy.
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How do I connect devices to my Wi-Fi?

General steps:
  1. Find your device's wireless settings menu and select "Enable" or "On" to turn WiFi on.
  2. Select your network (SSID) from the list, then enter the network key/passphrase when prompted and select "Connect" or "Join."
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How can I see all devices connected to my Wi-Fi?

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  1. Open a web browser and type the IP address for your router in the address bar.
  2. Enter the username and password for the router.
  3. Click Connected devices, Attached devices, or something similar.
  4. Check the list of devices connected to your wireless network.
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How do I find devices?

Remotely find, lock, or erase
  1. Go to android.com/find and sign in to your Google Account. If you have more than one phone, click the lost phone at the top of the screen. ...
  2. The lost phone gets a notification.
  3. On the map, you'll get info about where the phone is. ...
  4. Pick what you want to do.
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Where do you find the IP address on your printer?

Open Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers. Right-click the printer and select Properties. Look in the Web Services tab for your IP address if only three tabs appear. Alternatively, look in the Ports tab for your IP address if five tabs appear.
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