How to Find and Download Printer Driver on Windows 11

Printers are likely vital components of computers in offices, schools, and workplaces, where they are used regularly. This post shows how to download and install printer drivers on Windows 11.

When you connect your printer to your computer, it automatically installs the drivers, whether online or offline. However, it depends upon your printer. If you have the latest printers, there is no need to worry about printer drivers, but if you are using an old printer, you may need to download drivers.

Windows 11 is currently in the starting phase, so some of you might face a printer connection problem. You need to install suitable printer drivers on your system to have a fully functioning printer. We list multiple ways to install drivers for your printer, so pick the one that works best for you and enjoy our guide.

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Different Methods to Find and Download Printer Driver on Windows 11

Here, in this guide, we have discussed various ways you can find and download the printer driver on Windows 11, ranging from relatively easy to somewhat challenging. Let’s get started.

Method 1: Updating Drivers Using Windows Update

The first and most common way to retrieve the latest drivers for your system is via Windows Update. This will give you the latest fixes and patches and add new functionalities to your system. You can also get device drivers for your PC.

Follow the steps outlined below to install printer drivers for Windows 11 using the Windows Update feature.

1. Press Windows key + I to open the Settings menu.
2. Next, go to Windows Update > Check for Updates. 
3. If found, Windows will automatically download the updates. If not, you can rest assured your drivers are updated.

After following the above steps, if your Printer isn’t working, move on to the next method. However, check out our guide on updating Drivers in Windows 11. It will be helpful.

Method 2: Update Drivers Using Optional Updates

If a regular Windows update does not fix your driver issue, you can install optional updates in Windows 11. It is a new feature offered by Microsoft that will show you the additional driver components and updates available on your PC. 

It includes your sound, graphics, chipset, and printer drivers. To get optional updates, follow the below steps.

1. Press Windows key + I to open the Settings menu.
2. Next, go to Windows Update > Advanced Options > Optional Updates.
3. In the optional updates section, you will view available drivers and downloads for your PC. Preferably, your printer driver will also be there.
4. Put a tick mark beside your printer driver, and click on Download and Install.

Once you complete the above steps, your printer driver will be updated and ready to use. However, if you don’t find your driver, the next method is what you should read.

Method 3: Use Official Printer Manufacturer’s Website

If you still do not get a suitable driver for your printer, move on to the technical method. You need to find out your printer company and model. Then, you must go to their official website’s driver section and download printer drivers.

To demonstrate that, we mention one of the printers and download their printer driver using their official Manufacturer’s Website.

1. Google your printer manufacturer website and go to Driver and Downloads section.
2. Now, the website will ask you to enter your Printer’s serial number, which is located at the bottom of the Printer.
3. After entering the serial number, press enter. You will see the range of available drivers, from scanner drivers to Printer drivers.
   
4. Download the driver you wish to update and proceed with the installation using the on-screen instruction.

Now open your printer and print a sample page to check whether your driver has been updated. If not, read another method.

Method 4: Using Printer Assistant Applications

Almost every printer brand provides assistant applications that help find, download, and update printer drivers. In our case, we are using Epson. Most famous printer companies, including HP, Canon, Xerox, and Ricoh, offer this utility.

Follow these simple steps:

1. Download the Printer Assistant app. The app will be available on your manufacturer’s website.
2. After downloading and installing the assistant application, the application will automatically detect the Printer and download suitable drivers.
3. Once downloaded, proceed with the installation.

Sometimes, your computer may not recognize your Printer. In that case, try switching USB ports or contacting support.

Well, that’s all we have here about finding, downloading, and updatinge your printer driver in Windows 11. We hope you found this guide helpful. If you have difficulty following the above methods, please contact us using the comment section.