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How to View Installed Printers

See every printer and print queue configured on a Windows PC.

Updated September 2, 2026Difficulty: EasyTime: 5 minApplies 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.

Open Settings

Press Windows + I.

Open the printer list

Select Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners in Windows 11, or Devices > Printers & scanners in Windows 10.

Inspect a printer

Select a printer to open its queue, manage defaults, view properties, or remove it.

Use the classic view if needed

Press Windows + R, enter control printers, and press Enter.

Command
control printers
Expected result

The Devices and Printers window opens.