Fixing Windows Printer Problems

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If the previous troubleshooting step is not successful, you may need to clear spooler files and restart the spooler service.

  • In the search box on the taskbar, type Services, then select the search result of the same name.
  • In the Services list, double-tap (or double-click) Print Spooler. Select Stop > OK.
  • In the search box on the taskbar, type %WINDIR%\system32\spool\printers, select the file folder in the search results, and then delete all files in the folder.
  • Search for and open Services again
  • In the Services list, double-tab (or double-click) Print Spooler.
  • Select Start, and in the Startup Type list, make sure that Automatic is selected, and then select OK.

Refer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027397/windows-10-fix-printer-problems

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