14.71. How to start the Print Spooler

Windows

If you do not see any printers on your computer, it could be because the Print Spooler has been crashed, possibly by a print driver. Follow these steps to start the Print Spooler again.

1. Select Windows Key+R to open Run.
2. Type: services.msc, and select OK.
3. Right-click Spooler.
4. Select Start.

From the command line as administrator:

• Start Print Spooler service with the start command by typing:
  net start spooler

Mac

1. Select Apple menu , System Preferences…, then select Printers & Scanners.
2. Select the Control ⌃ key and select in the left side printer list and select Reset printing system…
3. Enter administrator Password when requested.
4. Select Reset to confirm you want to delete all printers.

!This will delete all printers on the Mac. Only use this option if all other troubleshooting has failed.