Choosing a default printer and setting it on Windows 10 and 11 is a simple process that can be done through the settings menu. Follow the steps below to set your default printer:
1. Open the Settings menu:
- On Windows 10, click on the Start menu and select "Settings" (the gear icon).
- On Windows 11, click on the Start button and select the cogwheel icon for "Settings".
2. In the Settings menu, click on "Devices".
3. Select "Printers & scanners" from the left-hand side panel.
4. Under the "Printers & scanners" section, you will see a list of installed printers and scanners.
5. There will be a box that says "Allow Windows to Manage my Default Printer" -make sure you DISABLE this.
5. Locate the printer that you want to set as the default printer. Click on the printer's name to select it.
6. After selecting the printer, click on the "Manage" button that appears.
7. In the printer management options, you will see a "Set as default" option. Click on it to set the selected printer as your default printer.
8. Once you have set the default printer, you can close the Settings menu.
Congratulations! You have successfully chosen a default printer and set it on your Windows 10 or 11 computer. Whenever you print a document, it will automatically be sent to the default printer unless you choose a different printer during the printing process.
If you require any more assistance, please feel free to reach out it ITSupport@samh.org.uk
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