A printer can be added manually or automatically, so both sets of directions are provided.

Navigate toBluetooth & devices>Printers & scanners.

Have an older printer?

Add device button for printers and scanners highlighted

Help me find itto search for it.

For more help adding a printer that isn’t listed, see the manual instructions below.

Wait while the printer gets installed.

Add manually link for printers in Windows 11 highlighted

It’ll show up in the list with any other printers and scanners you’re already using.

Open options, and go toBluetooth & devices>Printers & scanners>Add gear.

Wait a few seconds while Windows attempts to locate the printer automatically.

Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings message highlighted, and Next highlighted

When you see theAdd manuallylink, select it.

There are several options here, depending on your situation and how you plan to connect to the printer.

All five options work for wireless or connection-attached printers.

Choose printer port drop-down menu with printer port and Next highlighted

Choose the port the printer is attached to, and then selectNext.

If it’s connected via USB, select it from the list.

There are also options for parallel (LPT) and serial (COM) ports.

Install the printer driver Windows Update button with Have Disk and Windows Update highlighted

Next are your options for installing the printer driver.

If the printer came with a disc that includes the driver, selectHave Diskto browse for it.

Otherwise, chooseWindows Update.

Printer manufacturer and model lists highlighted along with Next

Wait while Windows populates a list of options.

You’ll see a screen with the messageWindows is updating the list of printers.

This might take a few minutes.

Printer name text box highlighted along with Next

Choose the printer’s manufacturer from the left column, and then the model from the right column.

Name the printer, and then selectNext.

This can be anything you want, since it’s just for your reference.

Windows 11 Printer Sharing options with Do not share this printer and Next highlighted

If you see a screen asking which version of the driver to use, selectReplace the current driver.

However, if you’re confident the installed driver is correct, chooseUse the driver that is currently installed.

Wait while the printer is installed in Windows 11.

ChooseDo not share this printer, and then selectNext.

You should now see a success page.

Select your printer and clickAdd unit.

Windows 10 will display nearby printers; select your printer and follow the on-screen prompts.

Wait for Windows 10 to find your wireless printer.