INSTALLING PRINTER IN UBUNTU THROUGH TERMINAL

There are several ways to configure a network printer on Ubuntu. Using the command-line interface makes it more simple compared to other methods. Keep reading the steps below to know how to install printer in Ubuntu through terminal.

LAUNCHING A TERMINAL WINDOW

STEPS TO INSTALL PRINTER IN UBUNTU THROUGH TERMINAL
INSTALL PRINTER IN UBUNTU THROUGH TERMINAL
INSTALL PRINTER IN UBUNTU THROUGH TERMINAL

INSTALLING CUPS IN UBUNTU USING TERMINAL

  • CUPS is a system developed by Apple to detect your printer if it is not recognized automatically. However, CUPS is only for printing.
  • Ensure that your printer supports CUPS.
  • Now, open the Terminal window, type the 'sudo apt install cups' command, and hit Enter to install CUPS.
  • Type 'sudo systemctl enable cups' and hit the Enter key to enable CUPS.
  • To start CUPS, type the 'sudo systemctl start cups' command.
  • Once you authenticate with your password, the CUPS server will be launched.
  • Exit the Terminal window and open the CUPS web GUI to configure the settings.
INSTALL PRINTER IN UBUNTU THROUGH TERMINAL

CONFIGURE THE PRINTER MANUALLY USING CUPS


Faq
  • Why is my wireless printer not printing?

    First, try restarting your computer, printer and wireless router. To check if your printer is connected to your network: Print a Wireless Network Test report from the printer control panel. On many printers pressing the Wireless button allows direct access to printing this report.

  • Why is my printer showing error?

    The other most probable reason for the printing error is the connection between your computer and the printer. If you are sure that the transmission cable is working okay (tested the printer on another computer), then the problem might be the drivers. This can be the printer drivers or the USB port drivers.

  • Why do my 3d prints keep failing?

    Another common fail is over extrusion. Over extrusion happens when your 3D printer pushes out too much plastic too fast, causing a jam in the end of the nozzle. ... Make sure YOURu layer height is less than your nozzle diameter. Increase your cooling fan's power (this will cool the plastic and cause it to slow down)

  • What is the WPS button?

    WPS stands for Wi-Fi Protected Setup. It is a wireless network security standard that tries to make connections between a router and wireless devices faster and easier. WPS works only for wireless networks that use a password that is encrypted with the WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal security protocols.

  • How do I reset my printer?

    To restore your HP printer to factory-default settings, follow these steps. Turn the product off. Disconnect the power cable from the product for 30 seconds and then reconnect. Turn the product on while you press and hold the Resume button for 10-20 seconds. The Attention light turns on. Release the Resume button.

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