windows 10 update causing printing problems

"Microsoft identified an issue that affects Windows 10 devices which applied the March 2021 security update released March 9, 2021 and the out-of-band updates released March 15, 2021, and a resolution has been expedited. Affected devices might receive unexpected results when printing from some apps or to some printers.

How do I fix printer problems after Windows 10 update?
How do I fix my printer on Windows 10?
Why is my printer not working with Windows 10?
Why is my printer connected but not printing?
Can a printer be too old for Windows 10?
How do I update my printer driver Windows 10?
How do you troubleshoot a scanner problem?
How do I fix the print spooler in Windows 10?
How do I get my printer back online with Windows 10?
How do I reset my printer on Windows 10?
What printers will work with Windows 10?

How do I fix printer problems after Windows 10 update?

Printer Issues After Updating Windows 10

If your printer is compatible with Windows 10, download and run the Print and Scan Doctor to detect and fix isses. If problems persist, reinstall the latest HP printing software. Download and Install the latest HP printer software and driver.

How do I fix my printer on Windows 10?

How to troubleshoot printing problems in Windows 10

Check the power. ...
Check the cables (wired printers). ...
Check the wireless connection (wireless printers)
Use Windows Update‍. ...
Install software from the printer manufacturer‍. ...
Download and install the driver yourself‍.

Why is my printer not working with Windows 10?

Outdated printer drivers can cause the Printer not responding message to appear. However, you can fix that problem simply by installing the latest drivers for your printer. The simplest way to do that is to use the Device Manager. Windows will try to download a suitable driver for your printer.

Why is my printer connected but not printing?

The printer you plugged in to a USB hub on a system with too many peripherals to accommodate a direct connection may refuse to work that way. ... Shut down the printer and restart to reset on the printer end. If that is not the issue, check the connection at your wireless router and reset the router as well.

Can a printer be too old for Windows 10?

Epson printers launched in the last 10 years are Windows 10 compatible, according to Epson. Like Brother, it says you should be able to use the built-in Windows 10 drivers to keep printing with an older model, but with only basic printing options.

How do I update my printer driver Windows 10?

To update an existing printer driver on Windows 10, use these steps:

Open Start.
Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.
Expand the Printers branch. ...
Right-click the printer, and select the Update driver option.
Click the Browse my computer for driver software button.
Click the Browse button.

How do you troubleshoot a scanner problem?

Scanners Troubleshooting

Verify the cables are connected properly to the back of the scanner.
If the scanner is a parallel port scanner, it likely has two available connections on the back of the scanner. ...
Make sure the scanner is receiving power. ...
Check to see if the scanner appears in My Computer.

How do I fix the print spooler in Windows 10?

To fix the print spooler service to continue printing on Windows 10, use these steps:

Open Start on Windows 10.
Search for services. ...
Right-click the Print Spooler service and select the Properties option. ...
Click the General tab.
Click the Stop button. ...
Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.

How do I get my printer back online with Windows 10?

Make Printer Online in Windows 10

Open Settings on your computer and click on Devices.
On the next screen, click on Printer & Scanners in the left-pane. ...
On the next screen, select the Printer Tab and click on Use Printer Offline option to remove the check mark on this item.
Wait for the printer to come back online.

How do I reset my printer on Windows 10?

Resetting printer settings

From the Program Window, choose File → Printers.
Click Reset Printers.

What printers will work with Windows 10?

Compatible Printers With Windows 10

OKI.
Xerox.
HP.
Kyocera.
Canon.
Brother.
Lexmark.
Epson.