How to manually add wifi printer to Chromebook?

This article explains how to add a printer to your Chromebook, which is compatible with most printers connected to Wi-Fi or a wired network.

Steps to Add a Printer to a Chromebook

You can connect a printer to your Chromebook using a USB cable, or you can print from a device that’s connected to your Wi-Fi network.

  • Turn on the printer and connect to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Select the time in the lower-right corner of the screen.
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  • Click the Settings gear in the pop-up window.
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  • Select Advanced on the left side of the Settings menu.
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  • Select Printing on the left side under Advanced.
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  • Choose Printers.
  • Select the Add a printer icon.

Steps to Print on a Chromebook

After you connect a printer to your Chromebook, you can print anything using a simple keyboard shortcut.

  • Open the document or web page you want to print and press Ctrl+P.
  • Select the Destination drop-down menu and select See more.
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  • Select your printer. If your printer isn’t listed, select Manage.
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  • Select Print.

Hope this article is helpful to you.