Cannot reset printer as default

[PfredP]

I have a HP ENVY Photo 7855 which is connected to my laptop via USB, I am unable to set the printer as default. Somehow Windows 10 has become the printer controlling device. I would like to set up with HP as controller.

[Dragon-Fur]

@PfredP 

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Check / enable the printer as the “Default Printer”

Windows 11

Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers and scanners

Scroll down > Switch OFF Let Windows manage my default printer

Scroll up > Select Printer from the list of printers > Set as Default

Windows 10

Settings > Devices > Printers and scanners

UNCHECK (clear box) Let Windows manage my default printer

Select Printer from the list of printers > Manage > Set as Default

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