Windows 10 Update Causing Printing Errors on USB-connected Printers

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Windows 10 Update Causes Error on USB-connected Printers

Microsoft is alerting users that Windows 10 updates released since June 28 are the cause of printing issues on USB-connected printers in Windows 10.

The Redmond giant first acknowledged this printer issue on July 22, but as of now, the company has not released any bug fixes. Two scenarios may occur: Windows 10 may display duplicates of installed printers, and even worse, users may be unable to print on printers connected via USB.

Reference: Common Printer Errors

Windows 10 Update Causes Error on USB-connected Printers

For users encountering this issue, Microsoft advises opening the Feedback Hub by typing Feedback Hub into the Start Menu search box, selecting it from the search results, and following these steps:

Step 1: Fill in information under Summarize your feedback and Explain in more detail.
Step 2: Under Choose a category, select Problem => Devices and Drivers => Print, then click Next.
Step 3: Under Find similar feedback, select Make new bug, then click Next.
Step 4: In Add more details, provide additional relevant information.

While waiting for the issue to be resolved, users can follow these steps to temporarily fix the problem:

Step 1: Open the Settings app by pressing Windows + I, then click on Bluetooth & devices => Printers & scanners.
Step 2: If a duplicate printer appears, try printing with it to see if it works.
Step 3: If you need to use the original printer settings, right-click on the duplicate printer and select Printer properties, then choose the Ports tab. Remember to note the port the printer is using.
Step 4: Repeat the same steps to open Printer properties on the original printer and select the Ports tab. From the displayed list, choose the port the duplicate printer is using. If the original printer works fine, proceed to delete the duplicate printer.

As of now, Microsoft has not released any fixes for this printing issue. Users are advised to update printer drivers or uninstall and reinstall the device.

If you're unsure how to update Windows 10 drivers, you can refer to the guide below from Mytour and follow the steps to resolve the USB printer functionality disruption.

More information: How to update drivers for Windows 10

To uninstall a device, simply open the Settings app and navigate to Bluetooth & devices => Printers & scanners. Select the affected printer and click on Remove Device.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main printing issues caused by Windows 10 updates since June 28?

The main printing issues include the display of duplicate printers and the inability to print on USB-connected printers. These problems have arisen due to recent Windows 10 updates, with no bug fixes released by Microsoft yet.

How can users report the printing issue they are experiencing in Windows 10?

Users can report the printing issue by opening the Feedback Hub, selecting 'Problem', and then 'Devices and Drivers' followed by 'Print'. They should fill in details about their experience and submit the feedback for resolution.

What temporary solution can users try if their USB printer is not working in Windows 10?

Users can attempt to fix the issue temporarily by checking for duplicate printers in the Settings app, adjusting printer properties, and ensuring the correct ports are selected. If the original printer works, they can delete the duplicate printer.

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