Why can't my phone find 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
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. 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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Why isn't my phone finding 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.
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Why can't I find my printer on my Android phone?

Open the Settings app on your Android phone and type “Printing” in the search box. Tap on the Printing option that shows up. Alternatively, you can find this setting in Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences > Printing.
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How do I connect my phone to the 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 add a printer to my Android phone?

Add & use a new print service
  1. On your phone, open the Settings app. .
  2. Tap Connected devices. Connection preferences. Printing.
  3. Tap Add service.
  4. Enter the printer information.
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Why isn't my iPhone picking up 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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Why won't my iPhone find my HP printer?

Make sure the printer and your Apple device are connected to the same wireless network. On your Apple device, make sure Wi-Fi is turned on and there is a check mark next to the name of your local Wi-Fi network. If you are connected to a different network, tap the name of your network to join it.
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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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How do you add HP printer to iPhone?

On the iOS device, go to Settings, locate the Bluetooth setting , and then turn it on. If it is not already connected, connect the iOS device to the same network in which you want to connect the printer. Go to 123.hp.com. Tap Get the App and then follow the prompts to install HP Smart.
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What to do when it says no AirPrint Printers found?

Try these steps first
  1. Move the router closer to the printer and check for interference.
  2. Check that the printer has its wireless connection switched on.
  3. Ensure your iOS device is not in AirPlane mode.
  4. Ensure all devices are on the same network.
  5. Check that both the iPhone/iPad and printer are running the latest software.
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How do I sync my iPhone to 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 locate my printer?

Step 2: Access devices
  1. Within the first row of your Windows settings, find and click the icon labeled “Devices”
  2. In the left column of the Devices window, select “Printers & Scanners”
  3. This new window brings up a page where the first option will be to “Add Printer or Scanner”
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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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How do I manually add a printer?

On your client computer, open the Devices and Printers by pressing the windows key and go to Control Panel then Devices and Printers. Right-click the printer you want to manually enable and click Printer Properties. Under Advanced and Driver, note the name of your printer driver.
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How do I connect my HP printer to the 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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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 iPhone to my printer via Bluetooth?

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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How do I set up an AirPrint printer?

AirPrint-Enabled Printers
  1. Turn on the printer and connect it to your wireless network according to the manufacturer's instructions. Place paper in the printer and leave the printer on. ...
  2. Turn on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Open a document or launch Safari. ...
  3. Tap “Print,” then tap your Printer to select it for printing.
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How do I connect my iPhone to my printer without AirPrint?

To print from an iPhone or iPad with a USB cable:
  1. Turn on your printer and connect one end of the USB cord to your printer and the other end to the USB OTG cord. ...
  2. A pop-up should appear on your iPhone or iPad — tap "OK."
  3. Then, on your iPhone or iPad, go to the document you wish to print and tap the Share button.
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How do I find my HP wireless printer password on my iPhone?

Click Utilities, and then double-click Keychain Access . In the Category list, click Passwords. Double-click the name of the wireless network from your mobile device, and then select the Show password check box. Enter the administrator password if prompted, and then click OK.
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Why is my Bluetooth printer not working?

Make sure the mobile device's Bluetooth is turned on. Check to see if the printer's Bluetooth light is pulsing. If not, enable Bluetooth on the printer and try pairing with the printer again. Check if the printer is communicating with another mobile device.
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Why is Bluetooth not finding devices?

For Android phones, go to Settings > System > Advanced> Reset Options > Reset Wi-fi, mobile & Bluetooth. For iOS and iPadOS device, you'll have to unpair all of your devices (go to Setting > Bluetooth, select the info icon and choose Forget This Device for each device) then restart your phone or tablet.
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How do I pair my HP printer to my phone?

Here's how to use it:
  1. Download the HP Print Service Plugin from the Google Play Store and install it on your device.
  2. Get the WiFi Direct printer name. Every HP printer with WiFi Direct has a unique name and password. ...
  3. Use the apps to print. ...
  4. Select your printer. ...
  5. Wait for connection and print.
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How do I reset the Wi-Fi on my HP printer?

Press and hold the Wireless button and the Cancel button for five seconds. Wait for the printer to restart and for the Wireless light to blink. Within two hours, return to the app or software to find and add your printer and complete the setup.
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