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Restart the Windows service responsible for print queues. Run services.msc, select Print Spooler, and choose Restart. Follow the steps in order and stop.

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# How to Restart the Print Spooler




## How do I restart the Print Spooler?




Run services.msc, select Print Spooler, and choose Restart.




Restart the Windows service responsible for print queues.




Updated 
September 2, 2026
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5 min
Applies to: Windows, Windows 10, Windows 11


 


Follow the steps in order and stop if the screen or target does not match what is described. Use administrator access only when the task requires it.




**Before you begin**


Save open work. Confirm that you are working on the intended computer and that you are authorized to make the change.




## Open Services




Press Windows + R, enter services.msc, and press Enter.




Command

```
services.msc
```




## Locate the service




Find Print Spooler. Confirm the exact service name before changing anything.




## Restart it




Right-click Print Spooler and select Restart. Administrator approval may be required.




## Verify printing




Confirm that its status is Running, then send one test page.




**Verify the result**


Repeat the relevant check and confirm the intended result before considering the task complete.


 


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