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HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

The HP Smart app is the main software for your printer. Install it on the device you want to print from, and then use it to set up the printer connection. By installing the HP Smart app, you also install all drivers necessary to print and scan.

Install the HP Smart app

Download the HP Smart app from your app store.

Microsoft Store (Windows): HP Smart (in English)
Mac App Store (macOS): HP Smart for Desktop (in English)
Google Play Store (Android): HP Smart (in English)
App Store (iOS): HP Smart (in English)

Note:

Having trouble downloading the app? Go to Unable to download and install the HP Smart printer app for more information.

For more printer setup information, go to HP printer setup (HP Smart app).

Set up your printer using the HP Smart app

Use the guided printer setup in the HP Smart app to connect your printer over USB or to the internet.

Note:

If you have an HP+ printer, go to HP+ printer setup (HP Smart app) to learn how to activate your advanced features during setup. HP+ printers have an 'e' in the model number. For example, HP OfficeJet Pro 9020e or ENVY Inspire 7200e printer.

If you are setting up the printer on a Wi-Fi network, prepare the printer for setup.
- Make sure your computer or mobile device operating system is up to date.
- Place the printer and the computer or mobile device near the Wi-Fi router.
- Turn on Wi-Fi on your computer or mobile device and connect it to your network. If the computer is connected to the network with an Ethernet cable, temporarily disconnect the cable and use the Wi-Fi connection method during the setup.
- Turn on Bluetooth so the HP Smart app can detect the printer during the setup.
- For mobile devices, make sure to enable the mobile device location service when prompted and allow the app to use your location to detect the printer and offer solutions during setup.
Open the HP Smart app.
If a Welcome to HP Smart screen displays, click Accept All.
Depending on what is shown in the HP Smart app window, click Set Up a New Printer or Add Printer.
If you are adding a printer to your network, choose to set up a new printer or connect to a printer that is already on your network.
- If your printer has never been set up before, click Get Started. If prompted to select a connection type, click the connection type and then Continue.
- If your printer has previously been set up and is connected to the network, click Add printer or Complete Now.
Find your printer in the list, click the printer name or Set Up, and then follow the prompts to finish the setup. It might take a few minutes before the printer displays.
If you are using a Wi-Fi connection and your printer is not found, continue to the next step.
Restore Wi-Fi setup mode.
- Printers with a touchscreen control panel: On the control panel, open the Wireless or Setup menu, select Network Setup or Settings, and then select Restore Network Settings.
- Printers without a touchscreen control panel: Use the control panel buttons to Restore Wi-Fi setup mode on your HP printer.
Within 2 hours, close and reopen the HP Smart app, and then set up the printer as a new printer.

Make your HP printer more secure (wireless only)

Secure your printer to prevent others from accessing it.

Make sure the network, printer, and device are connected to a secure connection. Avoid connecting the printer to open, public networks.
Use a strong password for your Wi-Fi network (your router), and change it on a regular basis.
Create a unique printer display name to easily identify your printer when there are several printers on a network.
Limit access from others for printer features that enable remote printing, such as Print Anywhere or HP ePrint.

For more information, go to Secure your HP printer against unwanted access.

Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, copy, and fax

Print, scan, copy, and fax from the HP Smart app home screen tiles. You can also check printer status, troubleshoot issues, order supplies, and set printer preferences.

Example of the HP Smart app home screen (mobile, computer)

To print, select a print job type from the home screen, select the item to print, use the photo editing tools if necessary, and then change any print job settings.
To scan, choose to scan from the printer scanner glass or document feeder, import a photo, or use the computer or mobile device camera to capture a photo or document. Use the editing tools if necessary, and then print, save, or share the scanned item. For more information, go to How to scan with an HP Printer.
To copy (Android, iOS only), open the Copy tile, use the camera to capture a document or photo, select the size and number of copies, and then print the item in color or black and white.
To manage the printer, click the image of your printer on the home screen or Printer Settings (Windows only) to change preferences and options, check the printer status, and more.
To add or remove home screen tiles, select Personalize Tiles at the bottom of the screen (Android, iOS, macOS) or in the App Settings (Windows).
To learn about other app features, select one of the following links:
- Diagnose and Fix: Run this troubleshooting tool built into the HP Smart app for Mac and Windows computers if you are experiencing issues with your printer.
- Print Anywhere: Use your printer when you are away from home and have access to a cellular network or Wi-Fi with internet access.
- Shortcuts: Create one-touch Shortcuts (formerly Smart Tasks) to quickly complete repetitive tasks such as emailing, printing, and saving scans.
- Mobile Fax: Securely send documents to a fax machine or fax-capable printer.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Still have a question? Find additional answers and help.

What is the HP Smart app and its requirements?

The HP Smart app is the recommended printing software for your printer and includes standard and advanced features and settings. The features and settings vary by printer model and country/region.

HP Smart app requirements:

An HP printer (HP Smart Advanced requires an HP+ or eligible printer)
An HP Smart account
A computer or mobile device with:
- Windows 10 Redstone 5 (version 1809) or later
- macOS Big Sur (11.0) or later
- Android Pie (9.0) or later
- Apple iOS, iPadOS 15 or later

What if my cloud printer is missing, offline, or unavailable in the HP Smart app?

If the printer is missing, Offline, or Unavailable in the HP Smart app, check the printer and device connection, and then sign in to your HP Smart account.

Make sure your device and printer are connected to the same network.
Open the HP Smart app, and then sign in to your account.
Wait a few minutes for the HP Smart app to reconnect and update the printer connection status.
- If Ready displays next to the printer, you are done.
- If Offline or Unavailable displays next to the printer, go to HP printer is offline or not responding for more information.
- If the printer is missing from the home screen, click Add Printer or the Add icon , and then follow the prompts to re-add your printer to the app.

Why do I need to sign in or create an account to use HP Smart?

Account and sign-in is needed to provide access to several premium features that require cloud connectivity, like Mobile Fax, Advance Scan, Remote printing, and more.

Your account allows you to remotely manage, share access, and print from anywhere with a compatible HP printer.
You only need to create an HP account one time and sign in to use functionality in the HP Smart app.
Your account can be used for multiple HP printers.
HP makes it easy to create an account by only requiring your name, email or phone, and password.
HP does not require any payment details when you create an account.
HP will not sell your account information to third parties. In addition, HP does not scan or collect information from your scanned or printed files. For more information go to, https://www.hp.com/us-en/privacy/privacy.html.

What do I do if the advanced scan features are missing (HP Smart app)?

The advanced scan features might be missing in the HP Smart app if your printer is not eligible for HP Smart Advance, you did not create or sign in to an HP account during printer setup, or you need to sign in to your account again to access the features.

Note:

HP Smart Advanced includes Text Extract, Scribble, Book, Multi-Item, and ID Card.

Open the HP Smart app, and then make sure you are signed in to your account.
- If the advanced features are now available, you are done.
- If the advanced features are still missing, continue with these steps.
Make sure your printer meets the HP Smart Advance requirements.
- An HP printer (HP Smart Advanced requires an HP+ or eligible printer)
- An HP Smart account
- A computer or mobile device with:
  Windows 10 Redstone 5 (version 1809) or later
  
  macOS Big Sur (11.0) or later
  
  Android Pie (9.0) or later
  
  Apple iOS, iPadOS 15 or later
If your printer meets the requirements, go to Cannot find the HP Smart Advance features (HP Smart app) for more troubleshooting information.

Why can't I connect my wireless printer or print over the network?

Check network issues and setup requirements if the printer is not found during software installs or when wireless print jobs fail.

Poor network connection: Move the printer and computer or mobile device closer to the wireless router, and then check if the signal quality improved. Try opening a website to see if the internet connection is working properly. If Wi-Fi is slow or intermittent, restart the router by disconnecting the power cord, waiting 15 seconds, and then reconnecting the cord.
Printer is off or in sleep mode: Touch the control panel or press the Power button to wake the printer and put it in a ready state. Sometimes the printer status might display Offline when it is actually ready.
Check the printer connection status: Make sure the wireless signal is on, and the printer is connected to the same network as your computer or mobile device. If your printer has a light next to a Wireless icon or button , make sure the light is on. If it is off or blinks, the printer is disconnected from the network.
Reconnect the printer to the network: Place the printer within range of the Wi-Fi router signal, and then connect it to the network.
- Printers with a touchscreen control panel: Open the Setup, Network, or Wireless settings menu, select Wireless Setup Wizard, and then follow the instructions to select the network name and enter the password.
- Printers without a touchscreen control panel: Press and hold the Wireless button for five seconds or until the wireless light starts to flash. Within two minutes, press and hold the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button on the router until the connection process begins. The printer Wireless light stops flashing when the connection completes.
- HP Deskjet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000 and 6400, and Tango printers: Press and hold the Wi-Fi button and the Power button on the back of the printer for five seconds until the blue bar flashes. Within two minutes, press and hold the WPS button on the router until the connection process begins. The blue bar stops flashing when the connection completes.
Restart devices: Restart the printer and the computer or mobile device to clear possible error conditions.
Print a Wireless Test Report: Search the HP Customer Support website for your printer model, and then search for self test page to find the document on how to print and evaluate the report.
Enable Wi-Fi setup mode: When you turn on your printer for the first time, it is temporarily placed in Wi-Fi setup mode so that it can be discovered during setup. Use the printer control panel to restore Wi-Fi setup mode, and then set up the printer again. Go to Restore Wi-Fi setup mode on your HP printer for more information.
Enable Bluetooth for an HP Smart app setup: Enable Bluetooth on your computer or mobile device so that HP Smart can detect the printer during the setup.
Wireless isolation could be causing your printer to appear offline. Check with your router manufacturer for more information.

Why does HP Smart for Windows display in the wrong language?

The HP Smart app language uses the preferred language set in Windows. If you have multiple languages set, the app displays in the first language on the list.

How do I add HP Smart for Windows to Start, taskbar, or desktop?

Open the Windows Start menu to create a shortcut to the HP Smart app.

In Windows, click the Start menu.
In the list of apps, find HP Smart, and then choose one of the following:
- Pin to Start: Right-click HP Smart, and then select Pin to Start from the drop-down.
- Pin to taskbar: Right-click HP Smart, click More, and then select Pin to taskbar from the drop-down.
- Create a desktop shortcut: Click HP Smart, and then drag it to the desktop.