print queue

Microsoft’s basic troubleshooting guidance for a print job stuck in the queue really works — but only if you understand what the steps do, why they sometimes fail, and how to safely extend them when a stubborn spooler or driver problem refuses to go away. The Microsoft method — cancel jobs from...

Microsoft’s Release Preview rings received another quiet pair of cumulative updates this week: one for Windows 11 and one for Windows 10, both described by Microsoft as small, stability-focused fixes rather than new features—an unsurprising posture as Windows 10 approaches end of support and...

Microsoft has pushed Windows 11 Build 22631.5982 (KB5065790) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, delivering a broad set of reliability fixes and quality updates aimed at version 23H2 users and administrators. Background Windows Insider channels exist to stage changes before they reach...

Microsoft has quietly shipped a targeted update for Windows 11 that fixes a handful of real-world reliability problems—most notably a sign-in hang tied to SIM PIN entry—delivered as KB5065790 (Build 22631.5982) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview channel. This is a concise...

Microsoft today shipped a small but targeted cumulative update to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel: Windows 11 Build 22631.5982 (KB5065790) for devices running Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631). The release is a focused quality update that addresses several practical...

When a compact, industrial-strength receipt printer like the BIXOLON SRP‑275III refuses to print on a Windows 10 PC, the result is immediate friction at the point of sale — lost orders, annoyed customers, and frantic searches for a manual or the “right” driver. This feature unpacks the...

Microsoft has quietly but decisively closed one of the more embarrassing security gaps in everyday office life: printing confidential documents and walking away. The company's Universal Print service now offers a fully supported Pull print capability — marketed as Universal Print anywhere —...

I have a batch job that runs every other day to print a test pattern to keep the printer from drying out. It always worked on Windows 10, but does not work on Windows 11 Pro. If I check 'Run only when user is logged on' it works fine. If I check 'Run whether user is logged on or not', it...

For many Surface Pro users, the expectation is clear: the device should "just work" for printing—whether at home, in an office, or on the move. But as thousands of frustrated owners will attest, the reality is often far more complicated. The question “Why can’t I print from my Surface Pro?”...

Hello! Newbie Sys-Admin here. Nice to be with ya! We just upgraded our 2008R2 print server to a Win2022 21h2 version, and after hours of queue configuration with the latest Xerox drivers, we've fallen into some kind of Microsoft trap where the desktop, when the queue gets double clicked to...

For many Windows users, a malfunctioning printer can feel like the universe is conspiring to make a simple task maddening. Over the years, Windows’ relationship with printers has provided more than its share of frustration, but a recent surprise for those running Windows 11 proves that even in...

Below is a detailed, in-depth guide to resolving print spooler issues in Windows 11. The article combines expert insights with practical, step-by-step troubleshooting methods, catering to Windows 11 PCs, laptops, and Microsoft Surface devices. Introduction Printer problems may seem mundane, but...

Managing your printer’s print queue might seem like a mundane task at first glance, but it’s an essential part of ensuring your documents are printed accurately and on time. Whether you’re a home user juggling school projects or a professional relying on timely printouts, understanding how to...

I have one HP 3050A J611 that ran faultlessly for the last 3 years. The last update bricked it. Not totally as I still have communication to it but it will print nothing. I can send it jobs and delete them from the print que (?) fine. I went to MS driver offers, no joy. I noticed that as I send...

As technology snakes its way deeper into our lives, we often find ourselves battling the occasional hiccup—like that dreaded moment when your printer goes silent. Not responding? Power outage? Hello, computer virus? Before you resign yourself to a life with no printed documents, let's discuss...

Key Features and Changes: 1. User Experience Enhancements One of the main improvements in Build 26120.1843 is enhancing how Windows handles servicing technologies, designed to deliver a more seamless experience for users who regularly update their systems. This not only streamlines the update...

Are you experiencing print spooler issues on Windows 11 and looking for a solution? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will walk you through some potential fixes for print spooler issues on Windows 11. This guide is suitable for beginner to intermediate users. Restart the print spooler...

Dear Friends We are facing a problem with prints sending through Microsoft Word via Print Server (based on Windows Server 2016). Despite sending multiple copies of the documents, by increasing number of copies on print dialog, the print log's event 805 records only one copy of the print. The...

Can ya'll help me narrow down what could be the issue here please? The wife's work laptop is a Samsung Samsung ATIV Book 4 here are the specs but with Windows 10 on it. Link Removed Issues 1. Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting. It will show that it's connected to the router but it will also show "no...

Whenever I print something in Windows 7 I need to restart my print spooler to get it to print. If I simply upgrade to Windows 10 will that problem follow me? If so, is there anything special I need to know about doing a clean install? I've never done one before. I have Windows 7 Home Premium...