Windows 10: My printer is off line. How do I change that?

My printer is off line. How do I change that to on line?

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Windows prints with lines, printer issues with Windows 10.

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern regarding the issue that you are facing.

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

Method 1: Troubleshoot

Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with Printer. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your Printer. Refer these steps:

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  Press Windows key +X, select Control panel
  
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  Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons
  
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  Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel
  
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  Run the Printer troubleshooter
  
  
  

I suggest you to refer the link below and check if it helps

Fix printer problems



Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.

 

Can't change printer preferences in Windows 10

Hi Chris,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft community.

I apologize for the inconvenience caused. We are glad to help you.

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  What exactly happens when you try to go into printer driver settings from Control Panel?
  

I suggest you to try the steps given below and check if it helps:

Step 1:

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  Type change default printer and hit
  enter.
  
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  Check whether you are able to change the preferences and properties from here.
  

Step 2:

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  Type printers and scanners and hit
  enter.
  
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  Check whether you are able to change the preferences and properties from here.
  

Hope this information helps. Do contact us for further queries. We will be happy to assist you.

Regards,

Jenith

 

off line printer

Hello,

Please refer this step-by-step guide:

Change Printer From Offline To Online Status In Windows 10

Hope this helps!

Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP.