Windows 10: Cannot change printer statue from offline, cannot open print queue to access settings

Discus and support Cannot change printer statue from offline, cannot open print queue to access settings in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I am using a laptop running Win 11 Pro with updates turned on and just completed. A new HP Laserjer M234 printer was installed on wifi and worked... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by William Wasaga Beach, Jul 7, 2025 at 1:52 PM.

  1. Cannot change printer statue from offline, cannot open print queue to access settings


    I am using a laptop running Win 11 Pro with updates turned on and just completed. A new HP Laserjer M234 printer was installed on wifi and worked perfect for 5 months, two weeks ago it went offline. I cannot open print queue to change the printer status. I ran services .msc no change.

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    William Wasaga Beach, Jul 7, 2025 at 1:52 PM
    #1

  2. Unable to access Canon PIXMA MG3620 printer with error: "Printer queue is full" on Windows 10

    Hi Wesley,

    As you are facing issues with accessing the printer after upgrading to Windows 10 with error: Print queue is full, we will help you with this issue. We appreciate your interest in resolving the issue.

    Try the below troubleshooting steps on desktop device and check if it helps.

    Step 1: I suggest you to check the status of
    Print Spooler service and check.

    Print Spooler service, spools print service and handles interactions with the printer.
    If you turn off this service you won’t be able to print or see your printer.

    Steps:

    • Press Windows + R to open Run command, type
      Services.msc and press Enter.
    • Search for Printer Spooler service, right click on it and
      Start the service.
    • Also, set the Startup type to Automatic.
    • Now check if you are able to install the driver.

    Step 2: I suggest you to run Printer troubleshooter and check if it helps.

    • Press Windows + X, click on Control Panel, select
      Category and then select Large or Small icons.
    • Click on Troubleshooting and click on
      View all in the left pane.
    • Select Printer and follow on-screen instructions.

    Step 3: To Manually Clear and Reset Print Spooler Queue follow:

    • Press Windows + R to open Run command, type
      Services.msc and press Enter.
    • Search for Printer Spooler service, right click on it and
      Stop the service.
    • Close the window.

    Hope it helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of accessing the printer for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jul 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
    #2
  3. Zaki_j Win User
    HP Printer Offline and Slow to Print

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    I understand that your printer shows offline and there is a delay in printing.



    1. Did this issue started recently? If yes, then what are the recent changes that you have made to the computer prior to this issue?



    HP Print and Scan Doctor is an application software from HP that can help you eliminate any issues with your HP Printer or Scanner Devices. If you are having commons problem with your HP printer or scanner
    you can download, install and run HP Print and Scan Doctor Utility to easily scan for the error and troubleshoot them automatically.



    Method 1:



    Step 1: I suggest you download and run the
    HP Print and Scan Doctor and check if it resolves the issue.



    Step 2: I suggest you refer to the article
    Troubleshooting offline printer problems
    and perform the troubleshooting steps mentioned and see if that helps.



    Method 2:

    If your printer is slow to print, I suggest you refer and follow the suggestions from
    HP Printers - Slow Printing (Windows)




    Additional Information:

    Change a printer’s status from “offline” to “online”

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027988/windows-10-change-a-printers-status-from-offline-to-online



    Hope it helps.



    Regards,

    Zaki
     
  4. Cannot change printer statue from offline, cannot open print queue to access settings

    Error: "Print Queue is full" on Windows 10

    Hi Rob,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being part of Windows 10.

    I understand that you are unable to access the printer under desktop after upgrading to Windows 10 with error: Print queue is full, we will help you with this issue.

    Try the below troubleshooting steps on desktop device and check if it helps.

    Step 1: I suggest you to check the status of
    Print Spooler service and check.

    Print Spooler service, spools print service and handles interactions with the printer.
    If you turn off this service you won’t be able to print or see your printer.

    Steps:

    • Press Windows + R to open Run command, type
      Services.msc and press Enter.
    • Search for Printer Spooler service, right click on it and
      Start the service.
    • Also, set the Startup type to Automatic.
    • Now check if you are able to install the driver.

    Step 2: I suggest you to run Printer troubleshooter and check if it helps.

    • Press Windows + X, click on Control Panel, select
      Category and then select Large or Small icons.
    • Click on Troubleshooting and click on
      View all in the left pane.
    • Select Printer and follow on-screen instructions.

    Hope it helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of this issue for further assistance.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jul 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
    #4
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