The Tech Grandkid · thetechgrandkid.com/guides/mac-printer/

Your printer won't print from a Mac. Try these steps.

Do these steps

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   Step 1: Check the printer itself

   Make sure it's on, plugged in and has paper and ink or toner. Look for a jam or a message on the printer's screen.

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   Step 2: Check the connection

   If it uses a cable, make sure it's in firmly. If it uses Wi-Fi, make sure the printer and the Mac are on the same Wi-Fi network.

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   Step 3: Look at the print queue

   When you print, a printer icon shows up in the Dock. Click it to see what's waiting. If printing is paused, click the button to resume.

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   Step 4: Try a simple test

   Open TextEdit, type a word and print it. If that works, the problem is in the other app.

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   Step 5: Remove and add the printer

   Click the Apple menu, choose System Settings, then Printers & Scanners. Remove your printer, then click Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax and add it back.

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   Step 6: Get the latest software

   Check your printer maker's website for new Mac software. The links are below.