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01-15-2024 12:48 AM
The last time that I used the Smart App was January 2nd, I had no issues at that time. When I tried to use it last January 12, it kept on showing "Do you want to allow this app to make changes..." Even after clicking yes, it will still pop up around 5 - 10x before launching the app. Then it will continue to show that pop-up even while the app is opened.
I already tried the following but still having the same issues.
Settings > Apps > Advanced options > Repair then reboot pc
Settings > Apps > Advanced options > Reset then reboot
Un-install then reboot, re-install then reboot.
It seems to be working fine on my phone. Any other suggestions?
01-15-2024 07:38 AM
The application is perhaps trying to update -- the timing sounds about right, in fact.
HP Smart on my system was updated on 8-January-2024 to version 151.1.1087.0
Try / Consider...
Open your Windows Store on your computer
Go to your Library -
"Get Updates" to update whatever apps are in the queue (or should be in the queue to be updated).
Updating manually in the Store will help as long as there are not other reasons why the app cannot update on your system.
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01-15-2024 01:16 PM - edited 01-15-2024 02:41 PM
Try here:
Help Here: Unable to download and install the HP Smart printer app
and
Check / Update >> Every device (computer(s) and / or mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).
What else?
Well, I don't know -- the image shows "Modified today" --
Odd that the app is apparently updating but not actually installing / sticking.
You could try Resetting the HP Smart app.
The app reset is not generally meant to fix a Windows Store Update issues.
If you have not yet done so, perhaps investigate whether there is something going on with the Microsoft Store.
What?
Apps should not install, not install, ask to install, go in circles.
Windows 10 – Windows 11
Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store
What else?
Perhaps Reset the HP Smart app.
Might kick it free of the endless installation request loop.
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- Printer Application - HP Smart – Check / Reset -
NOTE > If you skip one or more steps and things don’t work, consider going back and adding the missed checkpoints to your procedure.
Start
Reminder
It is important that every device is using the latest version of the HP Smart app for that device type.
Check / Update >> Every device (computer(s) and mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).
AND
The printer and device (computer, tablet, phone) where HP Smart is running should be on the same network.
That might be enough…
Stop if everything is now working.
Next,
Restart Everything, including the router that controls your network
That might be enough (at least short term) -- check...
Stop if everything is now working.
Next,
Windows
Check / Run Windows Updates > Install any pending updates
Next,
If not previously completed,
Restart everything, including the router that controls your network.
Can’t stand it? Consider: Restart computer(s) and printer.
Next,
Open and Check HP Smart
Stop if everything is now working.
If the HP Smart opens but does not work or hangs partly open:
Close the HP Smart App
If you cannot close HP Smart: Restart the computer and log in
Do not start the HP Smart yet.
No Joy?
Windows - Reset HP Smart Application
Next,
Reset the HP Smart application - This action removes the app data.
How to...
Windows 10 -
Settings > Apps > Apps and Features
OR
Windows 11 -
Settings > Apps > Installed Apps
Next,
Search / Find HP Smart in the apps list
Open Advanced options > Reset the app
Restart the computer and log in
Open HP Smart > Sign in > Add Printer(s)
If the app Reset does not work by itself, add:
Next,
Uninstall the HP Smart App from Settings > Apps > Apps and Features / Installed Apps
Restart the computer and log in
“Get” a new copy of the HP Smart application from the Microsoft Store
Open HP Smart > Sign in > Add Printer(s)
Still Rubbish
FYI only
If nothing else works – Consider --
Uninstall the HP Smart app from Windows > Restart the computer and log in
AND
While connected to the same (home / office) network as your computer,
Uninstall the HP Smart app from other device(s) on your network
After the app is removed > Restart the device (for example, iPad, iPhone)
Next,
Repeat for each mobile device where you want to install the HP Smart application:
Install the HP Smart app on the mobile device
Start HP Smart app > Sign into the app > Add printer(s)
Next,
Restart the computer and log in
Install a fresh copy of the HP Smart application for Windows
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