How to unlock system preferences to set up new printer on MacBook Air?

how unlocked „system Preferences” I need access to printers for set up new printer

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MacBook Air 11″, macOS 12.7

Posted on Jun 6, 2024 6:07 AM

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John Galt

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Jun 6, 2024 7:24 AM in response to AdamGrygo

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