Icons for devices and printers not showing in Control Panel

Question

The Icon format for "Devices and Printers" in the Control Panel seems to have disappeared from Windows 11:

Answer 1

Sorry, but the answer provided is to another question, not mine. I appreciate the effort, but ...

If anyone is following this, could I ask you to read the original question and ignore the above responses.

Answer 2

Hello

Thank you for posting in Q&A forum.

Here are some steps you can try to troubleshoot this issue:

1. Run the Printer Troubleshooter: Open the Settings app, go to "Update & Security," then "Troubleshoot," and select "Printer Troubleshooter." This can help identify and fix common printer issues
2. Update Printer Drivers: Ensure that your printer drivers are up to date. You can do this by visiting the printer manufacturer's website or using a software updater tool
3. Power Cycle the Printer: Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, and then turn it back on. This can sometimes resolve connectivity issue
4. Reinstall Printer Drivers.

I hope the information above is helpful.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let us know.

Best Regards,

Daisy Zhou

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Answer 3

I am sorry, but I cannot make sense of the answer. The fault is probably mine, because I did not explain myself clearly enough. When I choose "Printers & Drivers" from the Control Panel, instead of getting the image in my original question, I get only the one below. I want to old page, with the icons, since it was more convenient.

Answer 4

Hi James,

Please try to use the tick one printer.

Note : Please confirm if the issue solved.

Answer 5

Hi James ,

Please check the check one icon for that printer.