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Q: printer stays in idle mode and won't print  how do I get it to print

My printer stays in "idle" status and doesn't print.  How do I change it's status and get it to print?

Posted on Oct 19, 2015 6:17 PM

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Q: printer stays in idle mode and won't print  how do I get it to print

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  • by Allan Jones,

    Allan Jones Allan Jones Oct 19, 2015 9:28 PM in response to papacye
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    Oct 19, 2015 9:28 PM in response to papacye

    From Apple's article, "How to write a good question":

     

    To help other members answer your question, give as many details as you can.

    • Include your product name and specs such as processor speed, memory, and storage capacity. Please do not include your Serial Number, IMEI, MEID, or other personal information.
    • Provide the version numbers of your operating system and relevant applications, for example "iOS 6.0.3" or "iPhoto 9.1.2".
    • Describe the problem, and include any details about what seems to cause it.
    • List any troubleshooting steps you've already tried, or temporary fixes you've discovered.
  • by papacye,

    papacye papacye Oct 20, 2015 6:33 AM in response to Allan Jones
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    Oct 20, 2015 6:33 AM in response to Allan Jones

    Sent from my iPhone

  • by Meg St._Clair,

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair Oct 20, 2015 7:15 AM in response to papacye
    Level 9 (58,934 points)
    iPhone
    Oct 20, 2015 7:15 AM in response to papacye

    papacye wrote:

     

    Sent from my iPhone

    Until you give all the relevant information, no one is going to be able to help you. We're not mind readers and it's a waste of everyone's time to guess at answers.

     

    Are you trying to print from your iPhone? If so, try this:

     

    Print from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

     

    Also, consult the documentation for your printer.