How to Connect HP Bluetooth Printer​ to Laptop? (Easy Steps)

Hey there! I’ll be your tech guide in this blog. I know why you’re here. You're struggling to connect your HP Bluetooth Printer to a Laptop and need a solution. I have experience solving printer-related issues. Recently, my dad was helping my cousin with a school project, and they had to use an HP printer. But they didn’t know how to connect it. I helped them connect their HP Bluetooth printer to a laptop.

I want to help others, too, by sharing my knowledge, so I wrote this blog for you. Let’s walk through the step-by-step connection process and get started with wireless printing.

Step 1: Enable Bluetooth on Your Laptop

Turning on Bluetooth on the laptop is the first step towards setting up a Bluetooth connection. Here’s how to enable Bluetooth on Windows and Mac laptops.

For Windows

1. Click the Windows icon on your laptop’s taskbar and search for Settings.

2. Open Settings and select Devices.

3. Select Bluetooth & Other Devices on the Devices window.

4. Toggle on the Bluetooth option.

Your laptop is ready to connect to an HP Bluetooth printer.

For Mac

1. Head to the Apple menu on the Mac and select System Settings. In older models, it is System Preferences.

2. Locate the Bluetooth settings and turn Bluetooth on.

Finally, your Mac is prepared to connect to a Bluetooth device.

Step 2: Enable Bluetooth on Your HP Printer

When you’ve turned on Bluetooth on your laptop, it’s time to enable it on your printer. You must note that the method to enable Bluetooth may vary depending on the HP printer model name. So, I would suggest that you review the printer’s manual. This manual often comes in the printer box. If you can’t find it, just Google it, and you’ll understand the method for using your printer.

Here, I’m giving you a general idea for turning on Bluetooth on your printer:

1. Press the Bluetooth button if your printer has one. Otherwise, access the printer’s Control Panel and click the Settings or Wireless icon.

2. Locate the Bluetooth settings on the screen.

3. Find the Bluetooth option and turn it on.

Turning on Bluetooth on an HP printer is done. You’re ready to connect the printer to the laptop.

Step 3: Pair Your HP Printer With Your Laptop

This is the final step when you need to pair both of your devices together. Learn the steps to do that.

For Windows

1. You’ve enabled the Bluetooth option under Bluetooth & Other Devices in the previous step.

2. To pair the Bluetooth printer, click the “Add Bluetooth or other device” option.

3. Select your printer model number when it appears on the list of available devices.

4. If the laptop asks for a passcode, enter “0000.”

For Mac

1. You’ve already turned on the Bluetooth option on the Mac.

2. Then, check for the available devices on the list.

3. Select the printer’s model name from the list, and click the Connect or Pair option.

That’s how you can connect your HP Bluetooth printer to your Mac laptop.

Step 4: Install the Printer Drivers

Printer drivers are very important for printing tasks. They are the software that translates the print commands from the laptop to the printer. You need a stable internet connection to get the HP printer drivers. Here is how to install them.

Downloading

1. Visit support.hp.com on an internet browser like Chrome or Firefox.

2. Then, click the Software & Drivers option.

3. Select the Printer option on the page, and search for your Bluetooth printer in the search field. Now, select your operating system (Windows or Mac) from the drop-down menu.

4. You’ll see the printer driver package on the screen. Click the Download option next to it.

Allow the printer drivers to download on your laptop in the Downloads folder.

Installing

1. Open the Downloads folder on your laptop and find your driver’s file.

2. After that, double-click on that file to allow it to open.

3. When you see a prompt asking you to run the driver file, click Yes.

4. Finally, an installation wizard will complete the process.

That’s how you can get the printer drivers on your laptop. I tried my best to help you with the connection, and now it's your turn to try it out.

   Frequently Asked Questions

Question

Why Is My HP Printer Not Connecting to Bluetooth?

If your printer isn’t connecting to Bluetooth, ensure that Bluetooth is enabled. It’s possible the printer is too far from the connected device. In other cases, you might not have enabled it on your computer or mobile device. 

Question

How Can I Connect HP Bluetooth Printer to My iOS?

Check out the steps given below to connect your printer to iOS:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your printer (get instructions from the HP printer manual).

2. To turn on Bluetooth on an iOS device, go to Settings > Bluetooth and turn it on.

3. You’ll see your printer’s name in the list of Bluetooth devices.

4. Select your printer to pair it with your iOS device. 

Question

Do I Need HP Printer Drivers for a Bluetooth Connection?

Yes, you need printer drivers for a Bluetooth connection. Printer drivers help the printer better understand the print commands and allow users to access full printer features. Hence, you shouldn’t miss this step while setting up your Bluetooth printer. 

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