Adding a Printer 🖨️ Step 1: Decide the Type of Connection USB Printer – connects directly to your PC with a cable Network Printer – connects via Wi-Fi or Ethernet Shared Printer – hosted on another PC or server in your network 🔌 Step 2: Connect the Printer USB: Plug the printer into your computer and power it on. Windows should automatically detect and install drivers. Wi-Fi/Ethernet: Ensure the printer is connected to the same network as your PC. Note the printer's IP address (can usually be found on the printer's display or configuration page). ⚙️ Step 3: Add the Printer in Windows Open Start Menu → Settings → Bluetooth & Devices → Printers & Scanners Click Add Device → Wait for Windows to detect your printer Click your printer when it appears and follow on-screen prompts If not detected, click “The printer that I want isn’t listed” and follow the manual setup wizard For IP printers: choose Add a printer using a TCP/IP address Enter the IP address and follow the steps 🧪 Step 4: Test the Printer Once installed, click the printer name in Printers & Scanners Select Print a test page to confirm everything is working 🔁 Tips Keep your printer’s drivers up to date—Windows Update usually handles this automatically For shared printers, ensure the hosting PC is powered on and on the same network Use the printer’s manual for model-specific setup steps if needed