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Printer is not printing: The most common mistakes & solutions

  • Sep 20, 2025
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The print job is sent, but the printer does not print. We show you the most common mistakes and the corresponding solutions.

The printer does not print Troubleshooting

  1. First, check whether the printer is correctly connected to your Computer. Also the USB connector and restart the Computer.
  2. In the case of network printers can continue to be connection problems. In a different practical tip can you find a detailed assistance.
  3. An empty ink cartridge or a paper jam can also be a source of error. However, this is signalled mostly through the printer. Also, make sure that the flap of the printer is properly closed.
  4. You can check on the Computer, whether the print job is still active. To do this, go to control panel > devices and printers and select your printer, right click "see what's printing". There you can set the print job may continue or restart.
  5. If your printer is not set as the default printer, go print jobs may be sent to the wrong programs, or printer. Set your default printer and send the print job again.
  6. Finally, the Problem may also be due to a outdated driver software. Uninstall the driver and update it.
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