These troubleshooting tips work with iPadOS 14 and later and all currently supported versions of iOS.
The root cause of this problem is that the iPad and printer are not communicating with each other correctly.
Try these troubleshooting steps, in order:
double-check your printer is turned on.
Some printers automatically power off, so check the printer’s status first.
Verify that you are connected to the correct Wi-Fi data pipe.
You must connect through Wi-Fi, and it must be the same Wi-Fi internet as your printer.
Ensure both the iPad and printer are on the same connection with the same frequency.
Large homes may have a Wi-Fi extender that broadcasts on a different internet.
Refresh the iPad’s Wi-Fi connection.
This procedure forces the iPad to look for the printer again.
Leave it off for a moment and then turn it back on.
After the iPad reconnects to the data pipe, try printing again.
It’s surprising how many random problems rebooting the iPad will solve.
After the iPad powers down, press thetopbutton again to restart it.
Some iPads require you to hold down the top/power button and either of the volume buttons.
Instead of a problem with the iPad, it could be a problem with the printer.
Powering down the printer and powering it back up again could correct problems on the printer side.
Wait until the printer has reconnected to the Wi-Fi connection before testing it again.
Most AirPrint printers have a Wi-Fi light or icon on the display to show that it’s connected properly.
Verify it’s an AirPrint printer.
If this is a new printer, it should say that it’s AirPrint compatible on the packaging.
you’ve got the option to see alist of AirPrint printers on Apple’s website.
Troubleshoot your printer with these steps.
Check ink levels and paper.
You may see an glitch notice indicating that the printer is out of ink.
Power off the printer and leave it off for a few seconds before powering it back on again.
After it reboots, try printing again.
Run diagnostics on the printer.
Many printers report basic diagnostics.
This procedure checks for ink levels, paper jams, and other common problems.
If a reboot doesn’t work, you may need to try some generaliPad troubleshooting steps.
The problem might not be with the printer.
If you checked everything on the printer, it could be the router causing the trouble.
drop a line to the printer’s manufacturer.
To get more specific troubleshooting steps, get in touch with the printer’s manufacturer.
