Check the basics
Confirm power, paper, ink or toner and the printer display. Record any warning message before changing settings.
Work through simple power, connection, printer selection, queue, driver and network checks before reinstalling everything.

Start with the basics and move through the checks in order. This keeps the troubleshooting process organized and helps avoid unnecessary changes.
Confirm power, paper, ink or toner and the printer display. Record any warning message before changing settings.
Confirm Wi-Fi devices use the intended network, or inspect both ends of a USB cable and try another port when appropriate.
Make sure your application is sending the job to the intended printer and remove obsolete duplicates only when appropriate.
Use the complete model number when selecting drivers, manuals or setup instructions. Prefer official manufacturer resources for exact software.
Print a test or diagnostic page. If it works but application output is wrong, investigate application or operating-system settings.
A printer can appear offline because of power, connection, queue, printer selection, driver or network conditions. Work through the checks above in sequence.
Select your brand, model, device and problem, then submit the details so the troubleshooting process can stay focused on your setup.
Start with power, connection, selected printer and queue checks before making larger changes.
Confirm the printer and computer or phone are using the intended network.
Inspect both ends of the cable and try another port if appropriate.
Work through the basic checks first; unnecessary reinstallations can make the troubleshooting process less organized.