Visual Studio Printer Error

Question

when i trying to run code  that contain print order using  visual studio 2010 on windows 10 it's give me an error "Cannot open printer 1801"

in case using windows 8 and visual studio 210 its working .any help?

Thanks in advanced.

Answer 1

Hi Al. I'm Greg, an installation specialist, 9 year Windows MVP and Independent Advisor, here to help you.

Rather than spending too much more time fiddling I'd simply Clean Reinstall the printer which always works, lasts longer and actually saves time:

1. Power up the printer, if wired unplug it's USB cable from PC.
2. Go to Settings>Apps>Apps and Features to find and Uninstall the printer software.
3. Use one of these methods to remove all of the old printer drivers:

https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/101274-unin...

4. Now type Control Panel in Start Search, open CP, choose Icon View. In Control Panel open Devices and Printers, right click the printer to delete the Printer and any scanner or fax of the same name. Restart PC.
5. Go to the printer model’s Support Downloads webpage to download and install the latest full software package. Now is also the time to check for any newer printer firmware to install which matters a lot.

Older software may need to be installed in Compatibility Mode to run correctly: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/run-old-softwa...

6. Extract Printer software, right click Setup file to Run as Administrator. Follow the setup screens closely as you install the software. For USB it should prompt when to plug in the printer.

If you have further problems reply back with results of each step.

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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Thanks .I'll try

Answer 2

Thanks

Answer 3

Hi Almeldeen

Are you printing form your code in an application you are building, or are you just trying to print code from inside Visual Studio?

The 1801 error on a printed indicates printer name is invalid, if you are printing from your code, make sure you have set up the printer correctly,

If you are printing from your code, what language are you coding in and if possible please provide the code you are using to print . . .

Answer 4

Hi Al. I'm Greg, an installation specialist, 9 year Windows MVP and Independent Advisor, here to help you.

Rather than spending too much more time fiddling I'd simply Clean Reinstall the printer which always works, lasts longer and actually saves time:

1. Power up the printer, if wired unplug it's USB cable from PC.
2. Go to Settings>Apps>Apps and Features to find and Uninstall the printer software.
3. Use one of these methods to remove all of the old printer drivers:

https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/101274-unin...

4. Now type Control Panel in Start Search, open CP, choose Icon View. In Control Panel open Devices and Printers, right click the printer to delete the Printer and any scanner or fax of the same name. Restart PC.
5. Go to the printer model’s Support Downloads webpage to download and install the latest full software package. Now is also the time to check for any newer printer firmware to install which matters a lot.

Older software may need to be installed in Compatibility Mode to run correctly: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/run-old-softwa...

6. Extract Printer software, right click Setup file to Run as Administrator. Follow the setup screens closely as you install the software. For USB it should prompt when to plug in the printer.

If you have further problems reply back with results of each step.

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

________________________________________________________

Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.

Answer 5

Hi Almeldeen,

I am Vijay, an Independent Advisor. I am here to work with you on this problem.

I would suggest that you should post simultaneously (i.e. cross-post) to MSDN forum also as this will increase chances of getting the fast answer to this query. So, your question will be on two forums - This and MSDN. Experts on both forums will assist you giving you wider reach.

MSDN Visual Studio forum - https://social.msdn.microsoft.com/Forums/vstudi...

Do let me know if you require any further help on this. Will be glad to help you.