The Print Spooler service crashes, nothing prints, and restarting only works for a few minutes. These fixes address the root causes so it stays fixed.
Try This First (Most Effective Fix)
Stop the Print Spooler service. Navigate to C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS. Delete all files. Start the Print Spooler again. This clears corrupted cache files that cause repeated crashes.
- Corrupted print job files stuck in the spool folder
- Print Spooler service not set to Automatic startup
- Recovery options not configured to restart after failure
- Outdated or corrupted printer drivers
- Old printer entries with incompatible drivers
- Corrupted registry keys in Print Processors
- Third-party software conflicts
- Recent Windows updates breaking driver compatibility
Heading: Complete Fix Guide
1. Restart Print Spooler Service — Proper stop and start sequence
2. Clear Spooler Files — Delete corrupted cache (most effective)
3. Set to Automatic + Recovery — Configure auto-restart on failure
4. Update Printer Drivers — Get fresh drivers from manufacturer
5. Remove Old Printers — Eliminate driver conflicts
Persistent Print Spooler crashes can indicate deeper system corruption, hardware conflicts, or malware interference that needs expert diagnosis.
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