If you want to stop a print job for a while and then start it again later, Windows 11 now makes this easy! This guide will show you simple steps to pause and resume printing on your computer.
What is a Printer?
A printer is a machine that lets you make paper copies of documents, photos, or other files from your computer. You can connect your printer to your PC using a USB cable, Wi-Fi, or a network cable (Ethernet).
When you click “Print,” your computer sends the file to the printer, and the printer prints it on paper.
Why Pause Printing?
Sometimes you might want to pause printing — for example, if you are changing the ink or toner cartridge, or if you need to fix a paper jam. Windows 11 now has a simple setting to pause printing and then resume it later.
How to Pause and Resume Printing in Windows 11
These steps work starting with Windows Build 26020 (Canary Channel) or newer versions.
- Open the Settings app:
Click the Start menu button and select Settings, or press Windows key + I on your keyboard. - Go to Bluetooth & Devices:
In the Settings window, click Bluetooth & devices in the menu on the left.
- Find Printers & Scanners:
On the right side, click Printers & scanners.
- Select your printer:
Click on the printer you want to pause or resume printing for.
- Pause or Resume printing:
Under Advanced Printer Settings, click the Printing tile.
Then click the Pause button to stop printing.
When you want to start printing again, click the Resume button.
When finished, you can close the Settings app.
Summary
- Windows 11 lets you pause and resume printing easily through Settings.
- This feature is helpful when you need to fix your printer or change ink/toner.
- Just open Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners, select your printer, and use the pause/resume buttons.
- It helps you control your print jobs without cancelling them.
That’s all there is to it! Enjoy more control over your printing with this handy Windows 11 feature.
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