• ×
    Information
    Need Windows 11 help?
    Check documents on compatibility, FAQs, upgrade information and available fixes.
    Windows 11 Support Center.
  • post a message
  • ×
    Information
    Need Windows 11 help?
    Check documents on compatibility, FAQs, upgrade information and available fixes.
    Windows 11 Support Center.
  • post a message
Guidelines
We have new content about printers, Click here to check it out!
Check some of the most frequent questions about Instant Ink: HP INSTANT INK, HP+ PLANS: INK AND TONER.


Check out our WINDOWS 11 Support Center info about: OPTIMIZATION, KNOWN ISSUES, FAQs AND MORE.

‎06-16-2025 04:25 AM

HP Recommended
Product: HP LaserJet 1018 Printer
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11

I am not able to deinstall the not working printer driver, because the HP assistent crashes

Reply
1 REPLY 1

‎06-18-2025 02:33 AM

HP Recommended

@ArchieOtto63, Welcome to HP Support Community. 

 

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you. 
I understand you're having trouble uninstalling the HP LaserJet 1018 printer driver on Windows 11 because the HP Assistant crashes. Let's try a few alternative steps to remove the driver manually and cleanly.

Disconnect the Printer

  • Unplug the USB cable from your printer and computer.

Remove the Printer from Windows Settings

  • Go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
  • Select your HP LaserJet 1018, then click Remove device.

Uninstall HP Software via Control Panel

  • Press Windows + R, type appwiz.cpl, and press Enter.
  • Look for any HP-related software (e.g., HP LaserJet driver or HP Smart).
  • Select it and click Uninstall.

Delete Leftover Driver Files

  • Press Windows + R, type printui /s /t2, and press Enter.
  • In the Print Server Properties window, find HP LaserJet 1018, select it, and click Remove.
  • Choose Remove driver and driver package.

Restart Your Computer

Reinstall the Driver (Optional)

  • Try installing the Windows 10 driver in compatibility mode:
    • Download from HP: HP LaserJet 1018 Drivers
    • Right-click the installer > Properties > Compatibility tab > check Run this program in compatibility mode for: Windows 10 > Apply > OK > Run as Administrator.

I hope this helps. 

 

Take care and have a good day. 

 

Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Select "Yes" on the bottom left to say “Thanks” for helping! 

 

Max3Aj

HP Support 

Reply
Was this reply helpful? Yes No
Warning
Be alert for scammers posting fake support phone numbers and/or email addresses on the community.
If you think you have received a fake HP Support message, please report it to us by clicking on "Flag Post".
† The opinions expressed above are the personal opinions of the authors, not of HP. By using this site, you accept the Terms of Use and Rules of Participation.
Didn't find what you were looking for? Ask the community
† The opinions expressed above are the personal opinions of the authors, not of HP. By using this site, you accept the <a href="https://www8.hp.com/us/en/terms-of-use.html" class="udrlinesmall">Terms of Use</a> and <a href="/t5/custom/page/page-id/hp.rulespage" class="udrlinesmall"> Rules of Participation</a>.