How do I get my HP printer to work with my Mac?

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How do I get my HP printer to work with my Mac?

On your Mac, go to 123.hp.com. Type your printer model in the search box, and then review the drop-down list. If your printer is listed, an HP driver or app is available. Select your printer, click Next, and then follow the instructions to download and install software.

How do I get my old printer to work with my Mac?

Set up your printer with the closest match

  1. Go to System Preferences.
  2. Select Printers & Scanners.
  3. Click +.
  4. Select the unsupported printer from the list.
  5. Select Choose a Driver from the drop down list.
  6. Click Select Software.
  7. Search for a similarly named printer as yours. I have an HP laserjet 1018.
  8. Now we iterate.

Are Macs compatible with HP printers?

Your Mac system should be running at least OS X version 10.4 or later to have the best chance of compatibility with HP printers. As of OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion), HP printers are well supported and you may not have to purchase a new printer.

How do I connect my HP Laserjet to my Mac?

To add your printer to the printer list, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Printers & Scanners . Click the Add button , then click the Default button . Select the printer (listed as an AirPrint Profile) in the Printers list, then click Add.

Where are printer drivers on Macos?

Printer drivers are stored in a subfolder in the Library folder of your Mac’s home directory. The Library folder is hidden from casual users in the latest Mac OS X operating system, so you’ll need to press a keyboard command to see your printer driver files.

How do I install HP drivers on my Mac?

Go to the HP website to download and install the most current version of the Mac driver and software for your printer.

  1. Turn on the printer.
  2. If your printer is connected to the computer with a USB cable, disconnect the cable from the printer.
  3. Go to HP Customer Support – Software and Driver Downloads.

Why can’t my Mac find my printer?

Click the Apple menu, click System Preferences, and then click Print & Scan or Printers & Scanners. Right-click (or Ctrl + click) anywhere inside the Printers pane, and then click Reset printing system. Click Reset or OK. If prompted, type your user name and password, and then click OK to confirm the reset.