Are you having trouble with your printer not working? One of the common reasons behind this issue could be a non-functioning Print Spooler Service. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to start the Print Spooler Service on your computer. Let’s get started!

Before You Begin

Before we dive into the steps, there are a few things you need to check:

  • Ensure that you have administrative rights on your computer.
  • Make sure your printer is connected to your computer and turned on.
  • If you are using a shared printer, ensure that the computer hosting the printer is also turned on.

Step 1: Open the Services Window

The first thing you need to do is open the Services window. Follow these steps:

  1. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard simultaneously. This will open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type services.msc in the Run dialog box and press Enter or click OK. This will open the Services window.

Step 2: Locate the Print Spooler Service

Once the Services window is open, you need to locate the Print Spooler Service. Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Scroll down the list of services and look for Print Spooler.
  2. Once you find it, double-click on Print Spooler to open the properties window.

Step 3: Start the Print Spooler Service

Now that you have the Print Spooler properties window open, it’s time to start the service. Follow these steps:

  1. In the properties window, click on the General tab if it is not already selected.
  2. Under the Service status section, click on the Start button.
  3. Wait for a few moments while the service starts. You will see the Service status change to Running.

Step 4: Set the Startup Type to Automatic

To ensure that the Print Spooler Service starts automatically every time you boot your computer, you need to set the Startup Type to Automatic. Here’s how:

  1. In the Properties window, click on the General tab (if not already selected).
  2. Under the Startup type section, click on the dropdown menu and select Automatic.
  3. Click on the Apply button, then click OK to save the changes.

Step 5: Restart Your Computer

After completing the above steps, it is recommended to restart your computer to ensure the changes take effect. Save any unsaved work and click on the Start menu, followed by Restart. Once your computer finishes restarting, the Print Spooler Service should be up and running.

And there you have it! You have successfully started the Print Spooler Service on your computer. Now you should be able to print without any issues. Happy printing!

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