How to Add a Printer on a Mac
Most printers work on a Mac with AirPrint and no extra drivers. Add one over Wi-Fi, by IP address or with USB.
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Connect the printer
Make sure the printer is on and joined to the same Wi-Fi network as your Mac, or plugged in by USB.
Open Printers & Scanners
Choose Apple menu → System Settings → Printers & Scanners. On macOS Monterey or earlier, use System Preferences → Printers & Scanners.
Click Add Printer
Click Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax… (or the + button on older macOS).
Choose your printer
On the Default tab, select your printer. Next to Use, choose AirPrint if it's offered, then click Add.
Not listed? Use its IP address
Click the IP tab (globe icon), enter the printer's IP address, set Protocol to AirPrint (or IPP) and click Add.
Set it as default
In Printers & Scanners, choose it from the Default printer menu, then print a test document.
All done
Still having trouble? Try Printer Offline or Not Found? or check your printer manufacturer's official support site.
This article is general information. Menu names can vary by device and software version.
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