How do I set a default printer in the Windows OS?
You can change your default printer – which is the one that your document will print to if you don't specify another one. In Windows, do the following:
- Click “Windows” button (or “Start” button) to display the menu.
- In the right hand column, select "Devices and Printers" (or "Printers and Faxes").
- Right click once on the icon of the printer that you want to be the default.
- Click "Set as Default Printer."
Your computer will then automatically choose this printer when you request to print a document. If you are not connected to that printer, you will not be able to print until you choose another printer on the print menu.
Updated 10/8/14
Tags: printing, Windows