Why can't my Android phone find my printer?

Open Google Cloud Print, tap on “Settings”, then on “Printing.” If your printer is on the same WiFi network as your Android device, it should show up in the list and add itself. Then you can print from some apps by tapping the “…” that usually indicates more options, to find and tap on the Print option.
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Why is my phone not recognizing my printer?

If an AirPrint-enabled printer isn't showing up on your iPhone, head to the printer's network settings and ensure its Wi-Fi is enabled. Most importantly, make sure the printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone. If the problem persists, the printer could be blocked or blacklisted on the network.
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How do I get my phone to pair with my printer?

To connect your phone via the Default Print Service, go into the phone's settings, search for "printing", then select it from the results. Next, tap Printing in the list of Connection preferences, select Default Print Service and turn it on. A list of compatible printers on the network should appear.
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How do I get my printer to connect 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 connect my Android to my Bluetooth printer?

Connecting the Printer to Your Android Device

Turn on your mobile device. Go to Settings > Wireless & Network and turn on Bluetooth. Wait while your device scans for the printer. The printer is displayed when your device finds it.
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Where can I find the IP address on a 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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How do I add a printer to my Samsung phone?

Connecting to a Printer
  1. 1 Head into your Settings > Connections.
  2. 2 Select More connection settings.
  3. 3 Tap on Printing.
  4. 4 Select + Download Plugin.
  5. 5 You will then be directed to the Google PlayStore where you can install your Printer Plugin.
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Can't connect to wireless printer?

How to Fix the Problem
  1. Try connecting to the printer with a cable. This allows you to see whether the WiFi signal is the issue. ...
  2. Find a new spot for the printer. ...
  3. Check the printer queue. ...
  4. Reboot the printer. ...
  5. Make sure the firmware is up-to-date. ...
  6. Confirm that your mobile device is on the right network. ...
  7. Reset the printer.
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Why won't my air printer connect?

AirPrint requires a wireless connection to discover your printer. Make sure the printer and your Apple device are connected to the same local Wi-Fi network and check for any network-related issues. 1. On the Apple device, make sure Wi-Fi is on and there is a check mark next to the name of your local wireless network.
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How do I print from my Samsung Android phone?

Print from your phone or tablet
  1. Open the content you'd like to print. ...
  2. In most apps tap More options (the three vertical dots) in the upper right corner. ...
  3. Tap Print and then select your printer, the paper size and number of copies.
  4. Tap the Print icon.
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Where is the IP address located on my HP printer?

Here's how to find the IP address of your HP printer.
  1. Open the HP Smart app or go to hpsmart.com and sign in.
  2. Select Printer Settings.
  3. Select Printer Reports under Tools.
  4. Select Network Configuration.
  5. The printer will print a network configuration page containing information that should include your IP address.
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What does an IP address look like?

An IP address is a string of numbers separated by periods. IP addresses are expressed as a set of four numbers — an example address might be 192.158. 1.38. Each number in the set can range from 0 to 255.
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How do I make my Bluetooth printer discoverable?

Printers with built-in Bluetooth
  1. Turn on the Bluetooth radio on the printer. ...
  2. Open the Bluetooth settings on the computer or mobile device, and then confirm the feature is turned on.
  3. Select your printer from the list of found devices, or follow any steps to add the printer as a new device.
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How do I connect my phone to a Bluetooth printer?

How to Print Via Bluetooth From an IPhone to a Printer
  1. Make your Bluetooth printer discoverable. ...
  2. Tap "Settings" on the iPhone home screen and tap "Bluetooth." Tap and slide the switch to "On" to switch on your Bluetooth transmitter and display a list of available devices.
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Is a wireless printer the same as a Bluetooth printer?

Wireless printers use a wireless network connection, usually transmitted by a router, to send data from a device to the printer. Unlike a Bluetooth printer, WiFi printers require data to work. These printers can function with any data connection, whether it be a modem, router, or hotspot connection.
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How do I connect my HP Wireless printer to WIFI?

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 doesn't my printer have an IP address?

Make sure that your printer is using DHCP

If your printer has no IP address, the problem might be your configuration. Routers and other network devices are using the DHCP network protocol in order to automatically assign an IP address to a network device.
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How do I assign an IP address to my HP printer?

Click the Start, Control Panel, Printers, and Faxes. Right-click the printer driver and select Properties. Click Ports, Add port, Standard TCP/IP port, New port, and click Next the TCP/IP printer port wizard to provide the IP Address of the printer. Click Next and Next again.
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Why does my phone say no AirPrint printers found?

Check that the printer has its wireless connection switched on. Ensure your iOS device is not in AirPlane mode. Ensure all devices are on the same network. Check that both the iPhone/iPad and printer are running the latest software.
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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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How do I enable AirPrint on my printer?

Print with AirPrint
  1. Open the app that you want to print from.
  2. To find the print option, tap the app's share icon — or. ...
  3. Scroll down and tap. ...
  4. Tap Select Printer and choose an AirPrint-enabled printer.
  5. Choose the number of copies or other options, like which pages you want to print.
  6. Tap Print in the upper-right corner.
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How do I know if my printer is an AirPrint?

Check for AirPrint by Trying to Print

If the printer you're checking for AirPrint is available in the Printer dropdown menu without you installing any drivers, AirPrint is working! If you don't see the printer you're checking for AirPrint, you may need to add the printer to your Mac.
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Is AirPrint app free?

AirPrint is a free software update with Apple's iOS 4.2, and will enable wireless printing from these apps, all available in the App Store.
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