Is your macOS playing hide-and-seek with your network printer? Don't fret! Adding a network printer on macOS is usually a breeze, but sometimes things get a little… tricky. This quick guide will help you get connected in no time.
First, ensure your printer is turned on and connected to the same network as your Mac. Then, head to **System Preferences > Printers & Scanners.** Click the **'+'** button at the bottom of the printer list to add a new printer.
macOS will automatically search for available printers on your network. If your printer pops up in the list, simply select it and click **'Add'**. macOS will usually install the necessary drivers automatically.
If your printer *doesn't* appear, don't despair! Click the **'IP'** tab. Here, you can manually enter the printer's IP address (you can usually find this on the printer's control panel or by printing a network configuration page). Select the correct protocol (usually HP Jetdirect-Socket) and enter the address. macOS should then identify the printer. Choose the appropriate driver (if prompted) and you're good to go!
Now you can print that important document without any further printer problems!
