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Why Does My Default Printer Keep Changing?

Stop Windows from automatically choosing the most recently used printer.

Quick Answer

Turn off Let Windows manage my default printer, then explicitly set the desired printer as default.

Step by Step

  1. Check power, cables, wireless connection, and any physical switches or indicators first.
  2. Turn off Let Windows manage my default printer, then explicitly set the desired printer as default.
  3. Test the device again before making additional changes.
  4. If the problem remains, check Windows Settings and Device Manager, then use the manufacturer's official support information for the exact model.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Change one thing at a time so you know which action fixed or caused the problem.
  • Avoid downloading drivers or device utilities from unofficial driver-download websites.