{"id":30926,"date":"2025-08-18T18:32:56","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/?p=30926"},"modified":"2025-08-18T18:34:32","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:04:32","slug":"fix-printer-in-error-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/fix-printer-in-error-state\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix the &#8220;Printer in Error State&#8221; in Windows \u2013 A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you&#8217;re trying to print something important and get this message &#8220;Printer in Error State&#8221; on your Windows computer, it\u2019s not something new and can be resolved. This common issue happens because of hardware issues, connection problems, or the printer driver is not updated.<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing is &#8211; you can sort it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Through this blog, we\u2019ll teach you quick tips to troubleshoot this issue and with the trusted tool like Advanced Driver Updater developed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Systweak Software<\/a> can resolve it efficiently if the issue occurs because of faulty drivers.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">What Causes the \u201cPrinter in Error State\u201d Error?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It majorly happens <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/faulty-hardware-corrupted-on-windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">because of hardware<\/a> or software glitch. Other main issues that can create this problem are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paper overlapping or empty paper tray<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No ink or toner<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USB or wireless issues<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Old, faulty, or bad printer drivers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows print spooler service not working properly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security software may <\/span><b>block printer communication<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially on a network.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows updates that are not aligned with printer functionality<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Step-by-Step Fixes for the \u201cPrinter in Error State\u201d Error<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s start with the basic solutions and move toward more advanced troubleshooting techniques.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">1. Look For Physical Connections and Printer Status<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by checking your printer\u2019s physical configuration:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Make sure the printer is on and connected to power.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Check that all cables are in good condition and supplying current.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. In case of a wireless printer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/windows-cannot-connect-to-the-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ensure the printer is well connected<\/a> to your Wi-Fi network.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. There is an adequate amount of paper and ink or toner.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Check for paper jams or open printer doors.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve checked the above, try printing again.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">2. Restart Your Printer and Computer<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A basic restart can fix small issues:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Switch off your printer for 30 seconds and restart this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30927\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/08\/restart.webp\" alt=\"restart\" width=\"514\" height=\"281\" sizes=\"(max-width: 514px) 100vw, 514px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Restart your computer.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Try to print again.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">3. Set Your Printer as the Default Printer<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, Windows may attempt to print to an another device:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Start by <\/span><b>Control Panel &gt; Devices and Printers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30928\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/08\/printers-and-scanners.webp\" alt=\"printers and scanners\" width=\"655\" height=\"386\" sizes=\"(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Right-click your printer and select <\/span><b>Set as default printer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Make sure it has a green tick to it.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">4. Start the Windows Printer Troubleshooter<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows comes with a built-in tool to find and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/fix-print-quality-issue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fix printer problems<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Check <\/span><b>Settings &gt; Update &amp; Security &gt; Troubleshoot<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29109\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/troubleshoot.webp\" alt=\"troubleshoot\" width=\"596\" height=\"442\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Click <\/span><b>Printer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and select <\/span><b>Run the troubleshooter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23825\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Additional-troubleshooters.webp\" alt=\"Additional troubleshooters\" width=\"576\" height=\"440\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Follow the prompts as given to solve the issue.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">5. Update Your Printer Drivers Using Advanced Driver Updater<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">One of the most common issues behind the \u201cPrinter in Error State\u201d is nothing but faulty drivers. Rather than manually fixing drivers one by one, you can take advantage of Advanced Driver Updater, the #1 driver updater developed by the Systweak Software, to detect and install the drivers for your printer and other hardware.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Why Use Advanced Driver Updater?<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Corrects outdated, missing, or incompatible drivers<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Make sure your printer runs with the latest driver<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Eliminates the risk of installing corrupt drivers.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Simple, one-click update process perfect for all.<b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>How to Use It:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Download and install <\/span><b>Advanced Driver Updater<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"download_buttons_section\"><p style=\"text-align: justify;display:none;\" class=\"downloadnow-btn-show os-windows\" data-eventsource=\"DownloadNow_post_button\"><a data-param=\"systweakblog,wp_json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30926,pos-1,135\" data-operation=\"iframe\" class=\"ds-download-link \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/download-product\/adu\/w\/30926\/1\" onclick=\"gtag('event', 'ProductDownloadSysBlog', { 'event_label' :'fix-printer-in-error-state', 'event_category':'windows-1' });\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bg.systweak.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/plugins\/download-button-shortcode-new\/images\/window_btn.png\" alt=\"download\" width=\"250\" height=\"65\"><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Launch the program and click <\/span><b>Start Scan Now<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30518\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/08\/start-scan-using-advanced-driver-updater-1-2.webp\" alt=\"start-scan-using-advanced-driver-updater\" width=\"668\" height=\"518\" sizes=\"(max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Once the scan is complete, locate your printer driver in the list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30440\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2022\/06\/adu-scan-start1.webp\" alt=\"adu-scan-start\" width=\"660\" height=\"508\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Click <\/span><b>Update Driver<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to install the latest version.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30520\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Click-on-Update-all.webp\" alt=\"Click-on-Update-all\" width=\"662\" height=\"512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Restart your PC and try printing again.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Driver Updater ensures all your device drivers are up to date, which not only resolves errors but also improves your system\u2019s overall performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">6. Restart the Print Spooler Service<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Print Spooler is a service in Windows that works on printing. If it gets faulty, it can show errors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Start restarting it:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Select <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows + R<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, type <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">services.msc<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and click Enter.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Check <\/span><b>Print Spooler<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30929\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/08\/print-spooler.webp\" alt=\"print spooler\" width=\"667\" height=\"493\" sizes=\"(max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Right-click and click <\/span><b>Stop<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Follow this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">C:\\Windows\\System32\\spool\\PRINTERS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and delete all files inside the folder.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Return to Services, right-click <\/span><b>Print Spooler<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and select <\/span><b>Start<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Read Also : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/fix-print-job-stuck-in-queue-error-windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Fix \u2018Print Job Stuck in Queue\u2019 Error in Windows<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">7. Check for Windows Updates<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">System updates often include fixes for printer compatibility issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Follow this trail <\/span><b>Settings &gt; Update &amp; Security &gt; Windows Update<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Click <\/span><b>Check for updates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-26998\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-update.webp\" alt=\"windows-update\" width=\"543\" height=\"474\" sizes=\"(max-width: 543px) 100vw, 543px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Install any available updates and restart your PC.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">8. Try Different USB Port or Wi-Fi<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are in the USB printer, try connecting it to a separate port or change the USB cord. In the case of wireless printers, reconnect the Wi-Fi and make sure both the computer and printer are connected on the same wifi network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Read Also : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/hp-printer-not-connecting-to-wi-fi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HP Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi \u2013 Problem &amp; Its Solution<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">9. Disable Security Software Temporarily<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, antivirus or firewall software is causing disruption in communication between your printer and PC. For a while switch off your antivirus\/firewall and check the printer. If it works, try adding the printer to the exception list.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">10. Try the Printer\u2019s Own Repair Tool<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most printer brands give you their own little helper app to fix problems. If you\u2019ve got HP, Canon, Epson, or any other, chances are there\u2019s a tool ready to diagnose and repair your printer automatically.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>For example:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>HP:<\/strong> HP Print and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hp-print-and-scan-doctor.en.softonic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scan Doctor<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Epson:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/files.support.epson.com\/htmldocs\/pho22_\/pho22_rf\/softw_5.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Epson Printer Utility<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Canon: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.canon\/en\/support\/0200482710\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canon My Printer Tool<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just download the right one for your brand, run it, and let it do the hard work. It can often detect issues you\u2019d never find on your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">13. Double-Check the Port and Driver Settings<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes your printer is fine, but Windows is sending the print job to the wrong place or using the wrong driver.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Here\u2019s how to check:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Open the Control Panel and go to Devices and Printers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27246\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Network-and-Sharing-Center-in-control-panel.webp\" alt=\"Network-and-Sharing-Center-in-control-panel\" width=\"755\" height=\"353\" sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Right-click your printer and choose Printer properties.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Under the Ports tab, make sure the selected port (like USB001 or TCP\/IP) matches how your printer is connected.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. On the Advanced tab, check that the correct driver is selected.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. A quick tweak here can save you hours of frustration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">14. Remove and Reinstall the Printer<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If all else fails, starting fresh can work wonders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Go to Settings &gt; Devices &gt; Printers &amp; scanners.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Click on your printer and hit Remove device.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Restart your computer.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Plug your printer back in (or reconnect via Wi-Fi) and add it again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s like giving your printer a clean slate so it can talk to your computer properly again.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\">When All Else Fails<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If nothing works:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try printing from another separate device to avoid PC-specific issues.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factory reset the printer using the manufacturer\u2019s instructions.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact your printer\u2019s support team for hardware-related troubleshooting.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Final Thoughts<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The \u201cPrinter in Error State\u201d is no fun, but if you follow correct ways to sort it&#8217;s easy to fix. While basic troubleshooting can fix multiple problems, the root issue is caused by outdated or corrupted drivers. By keeping your drivers in the up and running condition, you can avoid future printer errors and ensure a smoother, more stable printing experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re trying to print something important and get this message &#8220;Printer in Error State&#8221; on your Windows computer, it\u2019s not something new and can be resolved. This common issue happens because of hardware issues, connection problems, or the printer driver is not updated. The best thing is &#8211; you can sort it. 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