AirPrint allows you to print files wirelessly. What you can do if the iPad does not find the printer, however, is explained in this practical tip.
AirPrint printer not found by iPad – general tips
If you want to print from your iPad via AirPrint and can’t find the printer, this is often not a serious problem – try the following:
– Make sure the printer is plugged in and turned on or ready.
– You can also try turning the printer off and on again once. You can also try this with your iPad.
– Check if the printer gives error messages. If it does, take a look at the user manual for further assistance.
– One or more ink cartridges may also be defective or empty, causing the printer to give an error message and therefore not be displayed on the wireless network.
– You should also make sure that you have the latest software version installed on your iPad or iPhone.
More solutions: iPad can’t find AirPrint printers
-Have the general steps mentioned earlier not helped, you need to look for the problem more specifically.
– First check whether the printer is on the same WLAN network as your iPad or iPhone, otherwise it cannot be found
To do this, open the “Settings” ☻ “WLAN” on your iPad or iPhone. There you will see the so-called “SSID” – this is the name of the network. Look in the printer settings directly on the machine to see if it is connected to the same network.
– Go to the manufacturer’s site of your printer to check for firmware updates or check this directly from the device menu. Firmware is driver-like software that is required for the functionality of the machine.
– If a new firmware is available, you should install it. Refer to the manufacturer’s website or the printer display for instructions on how to do this.
