Printer Setup Tutorial in Windows 8

This article uses the HP Officejet Pro 8600 N911g as an example to illustrate some of the basics of using a printer in a Windows 8 system, including how to find drivers and how to send print jobs in an app store.

Due to the age of the machines used, if you put the random drive CD into the Windows 8 system, you will be incompatible.

▲Information Tips

But because the Windows 8 system comes with a considerable number of printer drivers (In-OS Driver) and can be installed via Windows Update to install the device driver (Windows Update Driver), generally Simply connect the printer to the computer via the USB cable and the system will automatically match the relevant driver.

▲Installing

If you are connecting to a network or Bluetooth connection, you can also add it manually by adding a printer in the control panel or by changing the device in the computer settings.

▲Device List

▲Searching for devices

If you don't have one, you need to manually download the driver from the printer manufacturer's website to install it. Currently, mainstream manufacturers have already launched. Support the support page of Windows 8 system, some of which are listed below, others can be viewed in the download support center of the official website.

HP: http://www8.hp.com/cn/en/support-topics/windows8-support/hp-printer-drivers.html

Epson: http://www .epson.com.cn/apps/tech_support/win8support.aspx

Samsung: http://www.samsung.com/cn/support/download/supportDownloadMain.do

As for the device No support for windows 8, you can go to the Windows Compatibility Center to view: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/compatibility/win8/compatcenter/home

After installing the printer, complete the traditional desktop The application can be printed by file — or by Ctrl+P shortcut, which is no different from the previous system. Applications downloaded from the app store can also be printed if supported. You can also click on the device in the charm menu via the shortcut key Ctrl+P.

▲Available Devices

After selecting the printer, you can see the print settings and preview. The settings vary depending on the printer. Click More Settings to change the print quality and page layout. Wait, after the setup is complete, click the Print button to complete the print job.

▲Print Settings

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