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AirPrint is a built-in printing solution for Apple computers and mobile devices. I suggest you add the Printer as Airprint.

(This how-to is based on my experiences and info on Apple’s support pages - where the images sometimes come from.Should be able to print using the USB cable. If none appears, click the “+” icon To remove a printer, click the “-“ icon. If a printer appears in the list, you can click on it. Go to System Preferences, and choose Printers & Scanners.Connect the printer, then connect a USB-C cable to a power supply to prolong the battery life of your Mac.

Important: If your Mac has a single USB-C port, use a multiport adapter.If you see a message prompting you to download new software, make sure to download and install it. Connect your printer: Connect the USB cable to your Mac.Turn on the printer and make sure it’s not displaying any errors. Prepare your printer: Use the instructions that came with your printer to unpack the printer, install ink or toner, and add paper.If you don’t do this, you may see a message that software isn’t available when you connect your printer. Even if no updates appear, this ensures that macOS has the latest information about printer software it can download from Apple. Update your software: Choose Apple menu > App Store, click Updates, then install any software updates listed.For other printers, you may have to complete a few steps to add the printer.

If necessary, macOS automatically detects the printer and downloads any necessary software. If there’s “No printer selected” in the Print dialog, you’ll need to add a new printer.įor most USB printers, all you have to do is update your software and then connect the printer to your Mac. The default printer is the one selected when the Print dialog opens.