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How to remove and install again Printer Spooler

Anonymous
2024-03-23T04:06:38+00:00

I am facing an issue with my printer spooler. The spooler service getting turned off automatically. I have set the service in both mode i.e manually and automatic also but didn't work.

Please help me

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  1. Paulo GM 63,220 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-03-23T08:50:22+00:00

    I see. Try the following then:

    • Press Windows key + R and type services.msc in the search field and press enter.
    • In the Services listed, make sure the Print Spooler service is Stopped.
    • In Windows Explorer, navigate to the folder below, and open the PRINTERS. 
        C:\Windows\system32\spool\PRINTERS
    • Delete all files in the PRINTERS folder until it is empty, and then close Windows Explorer. 
        Note: DO NOT DELETE the PRINTERS folder itself. Only delete its contents.
    • Open Services window again and start Spooler service
    • Double-click on Remote Procedure Call (RPC), start the service and then set it to Automatic.

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-03-23T08:40:55+00:00

    Hie Paulo,

    Thanks for your guidance but unfortunately when I have tried to add the registry settings then the issue is not resolved.

    The Print Spooler service getting stop automatically

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  3. Paulo GM 63,220 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-03-23T04:49:00+00:00

    Hi Indranil, I am Paulo and I'd like to help.

    I would suggest creating a restore point first as a backup

    https://support.microsoft.com/windows/77e02e2a-...

    Once a backup is created, you may try this option to restore it to default and see if it helps

    https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/57567-resto...

    (Disclaimer: Tenforums is a non-Microsoft website but the page provides accurate, safe information and is created by a Windows MVP. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.)

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-09-23T13:34:08+00:00

    Hi, I have the same issue and I have tried all of the suggested solutions but none of them have solved the problem.

    Is there another service that can be causing the issue? I also have run the scan and fix tool.

    I would be grateful for any suggestions.

    Thanks

    Carla

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