Got a new Epson Printer, or updated to Windows 11? This article will tell you how to set Epson Printer as a Default Printer in Windows 11 using three different methods.
Why do Windows 11 Keep Changing the Default Epson Printer?
The primary reason because of which your Windows 11 keeps changing the default Printer is that, the Let Windows Manage my default printer option is enabled in the Settings. In this article, you will know how to disable it, so keep scrolling through the article.
Keep reading to understand how you can set your Epson Printer as the default printer in Windows 11!
Methods to Set your Epson Printer as a Default Printer
This article will discuss three ways to set your Epson Printer as a Default printer via Settings, Control Panel, and the Command Prompt.
Method 1: Via Settings
Follow the steps given below to set Epson Printer as the default printer in Windows 11 via Settings:
1. Open the Settings by right-clicking your Windows Start button.
2. In the Settings, select Bluetooth and Devices from the list and then tap on Printer & Scanners.
3. Now, ensure that the Let Windows Manage my default printer is toggled to the off position.
4. Next, scroll above to select the Printer you want as default.
5. Lastly, tap Set as default to confirm your Printer as default.
Method 2: Via Control Panel
Follow the steps given below to set Epson Printer as the default printer in Windows 11 via Control Panel:
1. Open the Control Panel by searching it in the Windows search.
2. Now, go to Hardware and Sound and select the Devices and Printers option.
3. Next, right-click your Printer and tap on Set as Default Printer.
Method 3: Via Command Prompt
Follow the steps given below to set Epson Printer as the default printer in Windows 11 via Command Prompt:
1. Firstly, you need to identify the exact name of your Printer. To do that, you need to go to the Control Panel, then Hardware and Sound, and then open Devices and Printers. You will find the name of your Printer there.
2. Now, open the Command Prompt and enter the following command:
rundll32 printui.dll,PrintUIEntry /y /q /n “Printer name”
You need to enter the name of your Printer in “Printer name” in the given command.
3. Now, go back to the Devices and Printers window to confirm your Default Printer.
Frequently Asked Question
Q1. How can I make my Epson printer the default printer?
Answer: To make your Epson printer the default printer, you can go to Settings and follow these steps:
1. Open the Settings by right-clicking your Windows Start button.
2. In the Settings, select Bluetooth and Devices from the list and then tap on Printer & Scanners.
3. Now, ensure that the Let Windows Manage my default printer is toggled to the off position.
4. Next, scroll above to select the Printer you want as default.
5. Lastly, tap Set as default to confirm your Printer as default.
Q2. Where are Epson printer settings?
Answer: To open the Printer settings in your Windows system, follow these steps:
1. Firstly, open the Print dialogue box and then select the Printer Settings from the list.
2. Next, select the Basic Settings tab.
3. Click Advanced and then tap the predefined settings on the right of Automatic.
Q3. Why is my Epson printer not connecting to my computer?
Answer: The major reason for your Epson printer not connecting to computer is improper installation of the printer driver in your system. It is suggested that you also check your TCP/IP settings configuration, Ethernet cable, and network connection to fix this issue.
Q4. How do I get my computer to recognize my printer?
Answer: To do that, follow the given steps:
1. Open the Settings of your Computer and click on Devices.
2. Now, go to the Printers & Scanners option from the list.
3. Tap the Add Printer option and click the option: The Printer I want isn’t listed.
4. Now, choose “Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings” and click on Next.
5. Select Use an existing port LPT1, which will be your Printer port, and then choose the Model No. of your Printer.
6. Now, select the Use the driver that is currently installed option and click Next.
7. Add your Printer Model No. and share the Printer if you want to; otherwise, choose the “Do not share” option.
8. Lastly, click on Print a Test Page.
Q5. How do I enable Epson Connect?
Answer: To enable your Epson Printer, follow these steps:
1. Firstly, download and install the Epson Connect Printer Setup Utility in your system from their official website.
2. Then, agree to the License Agreement that appears on screen and click Next.
3. Next, click Install and then Finish.
4. Select your Printer and then click Next.
5. Then, tap Printer Registration, then click Next.
6. Lastly, tap Agree, then click Next.
Conclusion
With the help of methods discussed above, we hope that you will now be able to set Epson Printer as a Default Printer in Windows 11. However, if you are unable to do it, then you can connect with us via chat box at the bottom right or through the comment section below. We’ll try to help you solve the issues with Windows 11.