Adobe Reader does not recognize my printer. Here are three solutions

Last update: 04/10/2024
Author Javier Chirinos

Adobe PDF Reader allows you to print PDF files directly from the interface. Users report that Adobe PDF Reader is unable to print PDF files from its interface because the printer is not listed. Users report that Adobe Reader does not recognize the printer Microsoft Community Forums.

Adobe Reader 8 will not allow you to print the page from your printer. The printer will only print a test page using devices. There is nothing wrong with troubleshooting.

This article will help you solve your problems with Windows.

Why is my PDF printout not correct?

1. Repair Adobe Acrobat Installation

  1. Acrobat Reader includes a repair tool. You may be able to fix the problem using the repair tool.
  2. Open the application Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer.
  3. Please click on Please help Choose » Installation repair «.
  4. To close the dialog box click Yes For Message » Do you really want to replace the installation you have? «.
  5. Adobe Reader will begin the repair process, which may take some time. Wait for the repair to complete.
  6. Close the door and get back to work after finishing the repair. Adobe Reader again.
  7. Please click on Archive Choose Print Check if the printer section is available for your printer.

Adobe Reader is a great tool for printing issues. We have written numerous articles about it. These guides provide more details.

2. Update the printer driver

  1. If you have the same problem, please contact the device administrator to update the driver.
  2. Click on Windows key + R To open the Race
  3. Use cases devmgmt.msc press OK Open The Device Manager.
  4. Expand the “Device Manager” section Printer .
  5. Click on the printer to select Drivers update .
  6. You can click on » Automatically search for the latest driver software «.
  7. Windows will check for driver updates that are not yet available and download them.
  8. Once the installation is complete, reboot your system.
  9. Launch Adobe PDF Reader to check if your printer is listed in the printer interface.
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3. Printer Troubleshooting

  1. Open Starts Choose Configuration.
  2. Please click on Security and updates
  3. Select the tab Problem solving On the left panel.
  4. scroll down Printer Do click in the link.
  5. Please click on O Button " Use the Troubleshooter «.
  6. The troubleshooter will diagnose the problem and propose a solution.
  7. When prompted, reboot your system and apply the fix. Reboot your system to see if there is any improvement.

Try setting the printer as default if you are still having problems.

Set the printer as default

  1. Type Control Panel in the search box and click on it.
  2. So go to Hardware and sound > Devices and printers
  3. Right click on your printer and select » Set as default printer «.
  4. That's right. Now check if Adobe Reader can be used to print this document.

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