How to Open Devices and Printers in Windows 11
Opening Devices and Printers in Windows 11 shows you all the hardware connected to your PC, such as printers, scanners, and cameras. This tool lets you easily see your devices, add new ones, or troubleshoot any issues.
It’s like a central hub for managing your computer’s hardware. You can check if your printer is ready to go or set a new one as the default printer right from this window.
Windows 11 doesn’t make this window obvious, but you can still open it quickly. For instance, typing `control printers` into the Run box (press the Windows Key and R together) will bring it right up. This simple trick helps you manage your PC’s hardware efficiently.
Open Devices and Printers in Windows 11 via Settings by navigating to Bluetooth & devices, then Devices, and finally More devices and printers settings. Alternatively, press Windows key + R, type control printers, and press Enter.
Open Devices and Printers Using the Settings App
To open Devices and Printers using the Settings app, first open Settings by clicking the Start button and then the Settings icon, or by pressing Windows key + I. In Settings, click ‘Bluetooth & devices’ on the left. On the right, find and click the ‘Devices’ section. Finally, click ‘More devices and printers settings’.
- Open the Settings app:
- Click the Start button, then click Settings.
- Or press Windows key + I on your keyboard to open Settings quickly.
- In Settings, click Bluetooth & devices on the left side.
- On the right side, find and click the Devices section to open it.
- Next, click More devices and printers settings.
The Devices and Printers folder will now open. You’ll see all your connected devices and printers listed here.
Open Devices and Printers Using the Run Box
A quick way to open Devices and Printers in Windows 11 involves the Run box and a specific command. Press Windows key + R together to open the Run box. Then, type or paste `shell:::{A8A91A66-3A7D-4424-8D24-04E180695C7A}` into the box and press Enter. The Devices and Printers folder will open immediately.
- Press Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run box.
- Copy and paste this command into the box:
shell:::{A8A91A66-3A7D-4424-8D24-04E180695C7A} - Press Enter or click OK.
That’s it! The Devices and Printers folder will open right away.
Summary
The Devices and Printers folder in Windows 11 is your central place to view and manage all hardware connected to your PC, such as printers, scanners, and other peripherals (external hardware devices). You can access this important folder using two methods: either through the Windows Settings app or by using a quick shortcut with the Run box command.- The Devices and Printers folder lets you see and manage all devices and printers connected to your PC.
- You can open it from the Windows Settings app by going to Bluetooth & devices > Devices > More devices and printers settings.
- Or open it faster using the Run box with this command:
shell:::{A8A91A66-3A7D-4424-8D24-04E180695C7A} - Try both ways and use whichever one is easier for you!
Where can I find devices and Printers?
Click the Start menu. Click [Devices and Printers]. If [Devices and Printers] is not displayed, click [Control Panel] – [View devices and printers].
How do I fix devices and Printers not showing?
Select the Start button, then navigate to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Under ‘Printers & scanners’, check if your printer is listed. If it appears, it’s installed. If not, select ‘Add a printer or scanner’.
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