Cannot set default printer in Windows 7

Question

windows 7 no longer allows us to set a default printer. was this in a windows update? which one so i can remove it.

Answer 1

Hello Kim,

I would like to know some information about the issue so that we could help you better.

1. Do you receive any error message or code when you try to set default printer? If so, what is the error message or code?
2. What is the make and model of your printer?

I appreciate you for providing details about the issue.

I also realize the inconvenience you are experiencing due to printer issue. I will certainly help you.

This issue may occur due to corrupt printer driver or incorrect printer settings.

I would suggest you to try following methods and check if it helps.

Method 1:

Run printer troubleshooter and check.

Refer:

Open the Printer troubleshooter

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Open-the-Printer-troubleshooter

If it does not help, use method 2.

Method 2:

Please use steps provided in this article and check the issue.

Refer:

Fix printer problems

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/printer-problems-in-windows-help#fix-printer-problems=windows-7&v1h=win8tab1&v2h=win7tab1&v3h=winvistatab1f

I hope this information helps.

Please do let us know if you need any further assistance.

Thank you