Question
- How to do I delete a printer from my computer?
Environment
Sometimes there is a need to delete a printer from a computer, either as a troubleshooting step or because you no longer need access to the printer or it is no longer available.
Resolution
If you no longer use a printer, you can delete it from your available printers.
How to remove a printer from Windows
1. Click the Start menu
2. Click Settings
3. Select "Devices"
4. Click Printers & Scanners
5. Select the printer and click Remove device.
6. Click Yes when asked "are you sure you want to remove this device?
How to remove a printer from MacOS
1. Click the Apple menu
2. Select System Preferences
3. Click Printers & Scanners
4. Select the printer in the list
5. Click Remove (-)
6. Click 'Delete Printer' when asked 'Are you sure you want to delete the printer "name of printer"?
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