4. Connect the Printer to Your Computer

A. For Wired Printers

• USB Connection: Connect the printer to your computer via a USB cable.
• Once connected, your computer should automatically detect the printer and install the necessary software. If not, go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners, and select Add a printer.

B. For Wireless Printers

• Connect to Wi-Fi: Use the printer’s control panel to access network settings and select your Wi-Fi network. Enter the network password.
  • If your printer has WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can press the WPS button on your router and follow the printer’s instructions to connect automatically.
• On your computer, go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners.
• Click on Add a printer. The printer should appear in the list of available devices. Select it and follow the installation steps.

5. Test the Printer

• Once installed, print a test page to ensure everything is working correctly.
• Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners, select your printer, and click Manage > Print a test page.

6. Set Printer Preferences (Optional)

• You can configure settings such as default paper size, color options, and print quality in the printer’s settings.