Windows 10: can't add printer

Discus and support can't add printer in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; When I click add a printer the screen blinks and looks like a new window is going to open, but doesn't. Sometimes it also will automatically close the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by jmh88, Jan 26, 2019.

  1. jmh88 Win User

    can't add printer


    When I click add a printer the screen blinks and looks like a new window is going to open, but doesn't. Sometimes it also will automatically close the settings window.

    :)
     
    jmh88, Jan 26, 2019
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  2. newtekie1 Win User

    Can't share printer—getting error message

    Step 1: Go to store.
    Step 2: Buy a less shitty printer.
    Step 3: Pick up some beer while you are there.
    Step 4: Enjoy both your new printer and your beer.

    In all seriousness, I have had more issues with Lexmark printers and their shitty drivers then any other manufacturer, HP is a close second though.

    However, if you don't want to get a new printer*Laugh :laugh:, and I can understand that, when my Lexmark was giving me the same troubles in Win7(and Vista) I had to make sure the Windows firewall was ON and the firewall service was enabled and running. After I shared it I could re-disable the firewall and firewall services.
     
    newtekie1, Jan 26, 2019
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  3. Printer

    Hi Rodrigo,

    I am sorry to know that you are having issues with Printer.

    What and all steps have you tried so far?

    Restart the computer and check.

    Also, check for Windows updates.

    I suggest you to run the Printer Troubleshooter and check if it helps.


    • In Search window type Troubleshooting and click on it to open it.

    • Click on Hardware and Sound.

    • Then click on Printer to run the troubleshooter. Follow onscreen steps.
     
    Kalpana Shankarappa, Jan 26, 2019
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  4. HAT
    hat Win User

    can't add printer

    Can't share printer—getting error message

    Yeah, I have windows firewall disabled, and I don't use any other firewall... mostly to prevent stupid issues like this.

    None taken... and yeah, I do.
     
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