
If you're having a problem with printer connectivity in Windows, go to Fix printer connection and printing problems in Windows.

Then, select your printer and then select Set as default. If you're having a problem changing your printer "offline" status, go to Troubleshooting offline printer problems in Windows. For Windows 11, go to Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners. In the right-pane, scroll down and uncheck Let Windows manage my default printer option. Select the checkbox beside Let Windows manage my default printer.įind out how to install a printer in Windows.įind out how to add a printer or scanner in Windows.įind out how to download printer drivers in Windows.įind out how to install the latest driver for your printer in Windows.įind out how to view the print queue in Windows.įind out how to change a printer’s status from “offline” to “online” in Windows. Go to Settings > Devices > select Printers & Scanners in the left-pane. Open Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Your default can be the printer you last used. You'll need to clear that selection before you can choose a default printer on your own. If you don't see the Set as default option, the Let Windows manage my default printer option may be selected.


The preferred way to Set or Change Default Printer in Windows 10 is by using the Settings App on your computer. On the next screen, right-click on your desired Printer and select Set as Default Printer option. Go to Devices > Printers & scanners > select a printer > Manage. In New Text Document, click on the File tab and select Print option in the drop-down menu.
