When you print something on Windows 11, by default, the list of printed documents disappears from the printer’s queue once printing is done.

If you’d like to keep a copy of your printed documents in the print queue (so you can resend or check them later), you can turn on the “Keep printed documents” option.

This can be handy if you often need to print the same documents again or want to keep a backup of what you’ve printed.

How to Turn On or Off “Keep Printed Documents” Using the Settings App

Follow these simple steps:

1. Open the Settings app by clicking the Start menu and selecting Settings, or press Windows key + I on your keyboard.
2. In the Settings window, click on Bluetooth & devices on the left side.
3. On the right side, click on Printers & scanners.
4. Select the printer you want to change from the list.
5. Click on Printer properties.
6. In the new window, click on the Advanced tab.
7. Check (to enable) or uncheck (to disable) the box for Keep printed documents.
8. Click OK or Apply to save your changes, then close the Settings app.

How to Turn On or Off “Keep Printed Documents” Using Print Management

If you want another way, you can use the Print Management tool:

1. Press Windows key + R, type printmanagement.msc, and press Enter to open Print Management.
2. In the left panel, expand Custom Filters and click on All Printers.
3. Find the printer you want, right-click it, and select Properties.
4. Go to the Advanced tab.
5. Check or uncheck the box for Keep printed documents to enable or disable the feature.
6. Click OK and close Print Management.

Summary

• The “Keep printed documents” feature saves a copy of your printed files in the print queue.
• This is useful if you need to print the same document multiple times or want a backup.
• You can turn this feature on or off easily through either the Settings app or Print Management.
• Just visit your printer’s properties, go to the Advanced tab, and change the setting.

Now you know how to keep your printed documents in the queue on Windows 11. This can help you print more efficiently and keep track of your print jobs!