Why is my printer connected but not printing?

My printer won’t print Make sure there is paper in the tray (s), check the ink or toner cartridges aren’t empty, the USB cable is plugged in or the printer is connected to Wi-Fi. And if it is a network or wireless printer, try using a USB cable instead.

How do I fix HP printer not printing?

Resolving Print jobs stuck in queue and other printing problems using the HP Print and Scan Doctor

1. Windows: Download HP Print and Scan Doctor.
2. Run HPPSdr.exe from the download location on your computer.
3. Once HP Print and Scan Doctor is open, click Start, and then choose your printer.
4. Click Fix Printing.

Why won’t my printer print even though it’s connected to WiFi?

Make sure it’s connected to WiFi. Use a USB cable to connect and see if it works again. Move your printer to where it gets the best WiFi signal without interference. In this case, reconnect your device to the network, reconfigure security settings to include printers, and/or install updated drivers.

What to do if printer is not printing?

What to Do When Your Printer Won’t Print a Document

1. Check Your Printer’s Error Lights.
2. Clear the Printer Queue.
3. Solidify the Connection.
4. Ensure You Have the Right Printer.
5. Install the Drivers and Software.
6. Add Printer.
7. Check that Paper Is Installed (Not Jammed)
8. Fiddle with the Ink Cartridges.

Is there a reset button on HP printers?

The control panel will display SELECT LANGUAGE. Press (Down Arrow) button until control panel displays COLD RESET. Press (Select). The printer will perform a cold reset and then continue its power-on sequence.

How do I get my HP printer out of error state?

Sometimes, simply restarting both your computer and printer can be the solution to the “printer in error state” issue. Power off your printer and computer completely, leaving them in this state for a few minutes, then turn them on again to see if the problem is gone.

Why won’t my computer connect to wifi but my phone will?

Firstly, try using the LAN, wired connection. If the problem concerns only Wi-Fi connection, restart your modem and router. Power them off and wait for some time before turning them on again. Also, it might sound silly, but don’t forget about the physical switch or the function button (FN the on keyboard).

How do you reset your printer?

It’s a pretty simple process:

1. With the printer turned on, pull out the power cable from the back of the printer.
2. Unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
3. Wait 15 seconds.
4. Plug the power cable into the back of the printer.
5. Plug the printer back into the wall outlet.
6. Turn the printer back on.
7. Run a test print.

Why are my documents not printing?

First, make sure the printer is on and has paper in the tray. Next, check to make sure the printer cable is properly connected to both the computer and the printer. If you still can’t print, check to make sure the printer is not set to offline mode. Go to Start, Printers and Faxes.