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How To Install A Printer To A Windows Pc?

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A printer is an essential device in the current scenario, keeping in mind its vast usage from schools, offices, industries, photography, cinematography, design amongst others. With such a wide range of usage, it becomes utmost necessity to have a printer in your house or your workplace to enable ease of work and to cater to your needs. You can opt for printer online shopping on a recognized e-commerce platform to have a hassle-free shopping experience. If you have just bought a printer and are worried about as to how to install it, you have reached the right place.

Steps to install a printer to a Windows PC:

Make sure which version of Windows you are running on your PC

It is important for you to know the version of Windows running on your PC to get started. Click on the Start menu at the desktop to launch the menu. In the menu, locate Computer and right-click on it to launch a drop-down menu. Select Properties to see which version of Windows is running on your computer. Windows 7 or later versions are good for installing printers. This guide refers to such installations. If you have happened to buy a printer online you can refer to the installation guide and list of do’s and don’ts provided for.

Add a printer

From the Start menu, navigate to Devices and Printers. In the Devices and Printers windows, click the Add a printer tab. Now select the type of printer you want to add. You can either add a local or you can choose a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer depending upon your choices. Since you want to directly connect your printer to the computer, select a local one. You can also contact an expert in case of any issue you face while installing a printer if you have happened to buy a printer online.

Select which port you want to use

In the next window, you can choose whether you want to select an existing port or you want to create a new one in your PC. These days most of the printers are manufactured to use either a USB port or a wireless connection. However, you can choose the option that suits your needs.

Install the printer driver

There are various ways by which you can install the driver for your printer. If your printer is manufactured by a famous manufacturer, you just need to select from the available models and the system will install the right (printer) drivers for you. Generally, these devices are supplied with an installation disk so you can install the driver from it. In case you don't have an installation disk, you can search for the driver online.

In this manner, you will be able to install a printer to a Windows computer in a few easy steps by following these simple steps sequentially. If you think this is a difficult job for you, you can get in touch with the printer tech support team. You can now buy printers online with a click of a few buttons on Moglix and get 100% quality assured experience. 

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