How Do I Share a Local Printer in Windows 7?
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How do I share my local printer with another computer?

Share the printer on the primary PC

  1. Select the Start button, then select Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners.
  2. Choose the printer you want to share, then select Manage.
  3. Select Printer Properties, then choose the Sharing tab.
  4. On the Sharing tab, select Share this printer.

How can I share a printer between two computers Windows 7?

Then click Start > Devices and Printers. Next, right-click on the printer you want to share and select Printer Properties. Click the Sharing tab. Make sure Share this Printer is checked and give it an easy to remember share name.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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