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generic/text only printer driver for windows 11

Anonymous
2023-08-11T22:18:06+00:00

This is another familiar and useful Windows feature that's missing in Windows 11. Please can anyone relate how to install it?

Thanks

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-08-17T02:26:37+00:00

    Hi，

    It's been a few days since the last contact. I want to make sure if you have any new findings or if you have checked the download link I provided?

    Looking forward to your reply.

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-08-13T20:37:29+00:00

    There are situations when I could use this functionality, and I am in that situation now. All (that I am aware of) former Windows versions had it; there is a valid expectation of having access to it. Now we find this version (Windows 11) does not. That is my issue. Can you fix it?

    I wish a listing had been published detailing all the functionality that had been DROPPED in this new version, instead of highlighting all the NEW functionalities. A listing that would inform a user prior to upgrading.

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-08-14T01:21:29+00:00

    Well, that is certainly handy.

    Thanks Manson for the reply!

    I will work on this, let you know if I get it.

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  3. Anonymous
    2023-08-14T01:02:26+00:00

    As far as I know, the universal/plain text printer driver does not have access to it alone.

    I found a description of the driver on Microsoft Learn, which you can refer to:

    Microsoft universal printer driver (Unidrv) - Windows drivers | Microsoft Learn

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-08-13T08:23:17+00:00

    Hi，

    Welcome to Microsoft Community

    Universal printer drivers cannot be downloaded separately, and they are usually pushed along with system updates.

    May I ask what problem you are currently encountering?

    Any questions, please feel free to leave us a message.

    Best wishes

    Manson｜Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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