How to set default printer

Welcome to our guide on setting your default printer! Whether you're at home or in the office, having the right printer selected as your default can save you time and frustration. In this guide, we'll walk you through the simple steps to set your default printer on various operating systems, ensuring that your printing tasks are always directed to the correct device effortlessly.

If you're attempting to set the default printer for session desktop, we highly recommend doing this guide outside of session so the settings can carry over.

Accessing Printer Settings:
1. To begin, navigate to the "Start" menu in the bottom-left corner of your screen. Click on "Settings"
2. In the Settings menu, select "Devices".
Selecting Printers & Scanners:
1. Within the Devices menu, choose "Printers & scanners" from the options on the left-hand side.
2. Scroll down until you see the section labeled "Printers & scanners". Here, you'll find a list of all printers and scanners connected to your computer.
3. Locate the printer you wish to set as your default. Click on it to select it and click "Manage"
Setting as Default:
1. From the expanded menu, select "Set as default". This action will designate the chosen printer as your default option for all printing tasks.