Key Highlights
- Untethered connectivity on a printer is currently a requirement
- The absence of a physical connection to a computer or phone might make setting Printer difficult
- Users need to connect a wirelessly connected printer to a network
Due to the fact that many of us still choose hybrid working, untethered connectivity on a printer is currently a requirement. This enables the connection and printing from a device from more than one computer.
Whether Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, wireless printers can be placed almost anywhere without having to worry about cable clutter. Although they simplify life once they are operating, the absence of a physical connection to your computer or phone might make setting them up and using them more difficult.
So, if you need to print from a wireless printer, we are here to help. This post will walk you through adding your printer to your wireless network so you can print documents and images without annoying cords. Also Read | How To Add A Default Wireless Printer In Mac Devices
Step 1: Connect Your Printer To A Wireless Network
You must first connect a wirelessly connected printer to a network in order to print from it. Any PC or Mac can easily set up a wireless printer, and depending on the model, you can also print wirelessly from an Android, iPhone, or iPad. However, we will outline the procedures for connecting it to Windows and Mac in this article.
- Put the printer in your wireless router’s coverage area.
- Turn the printer on. There is no need to first connect the printer to a computer because you will be connecting to the wireless network directly from the printer.
- Join your wireless network to the printer. Depending on the printer, the method will change. Your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password are requirements.
Step 2: Add A Printer To A Windows Computer
Connect your printer to the wireless network. The wireless network where your computer and printer are connected must be the same.
- In the lower-right corner of your computer’s screen, click the Windows Start menu.
- Click the Settings icon and then go to Devices.
- Click Printers & Scanners.
- When your PC discovers the printer, click ‘Add printers and scanners’.
- Click your printer’s name and then click Add Device. This will your printer to your PC.
- Depending on the app you are using, you can find the ‘Print’ option under the ‘File’ menu, or by clicking the icon with three dots in the upper-left corner.
How To Connect A Printer To A Mac?
Step 1: Connect your printer to the Wi-Fi network.
Step 2: Update your Mac. This will ensure that your computer has the most recent printer data. This step is not required if your printer supports AirPrint.
Step 3: Click the Apple Menu and then System Preferences.
Step 4: Click Printers & Scanners.
Step 5: Click ‘+’ at the bottom of the box with all the connected printers on the left. Your Mac will search for wireless network-connected printers.
Step 6: Click Add after selecting your printer. Your printer is connected through this.
How To Print Through A Wirelessly-Connected Printer?
Step 1: Choose the file you wish to print, then open it on your computer screen.
Step 2: Simultaneously press the Ctrl and P keys on your keyboard.
Step 3: Choose the printer you want to send the task to when the printing pop-up option displays on your computer’s screen.
Step 4: Modify your print settings if necessary. This step is optional.
Step 5: To add the job to the printer’s print queue and wait for it to finish, click the Print button on the screen. That’s all.
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