Your printer works from your phone but not your computer
The printer works fine — your phone proved that. The problem is your computer's settings. Check that you're on the same Wi-Fi, turn off any VPN, and clear the print queue.
When your phone prints but your computer doesn't, the printer hardware is working and the network is fine. The issue is specific to how your computer is configured to reach the printer. Common causes are your computer and phone being on different Wi-Fi bands, a VPN blocking local network access, a stuck print job, or a corrupted driver.
- ✓Check if both your computer and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network by name
- ✓Look for a VPN icon in your computer's system tray or taskbar — if you see one, note what it says
- ✓Open your printer settings and see if there are any stuck print jobs waiting
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the printer is broken — your phone already proved it works perfectly
- Blaming your internet connection — your phone proves the Wi-Fi is fine
- Buying a new printer — the problem is in your computer settings, not the printer hardware
Signs you need professional help
- After clearing the queue, restarting the spooler, and reinstalling the driver, the computer still shows the printer offline — there may be a hardware issue with the printer's network adapter, or we may need to set up a direct USB connection from your computer to the printer instead.
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