Print from chrome OS to HP smart tank plus 559 by usb b to usbc.

[needhelp559]

trying to Print from chrome OS to HP smart tank plus 559 by usb b to usbc. the printer wont print. on the Chromebook in printer settings it wont save the printer but is acknowledging it. when i try and add the printer manualy it wont find it. do i need a ppd or somthing can anyone help me please.

[Garp_senchau]

@needhelp559, Welcome to HP Support Community,

Thank you for posting your query; I’m here to help by guiding you through steps to resolve this issue

To print from your Chromebook to the HP Smart Tank Plus 559 using a USB connection, follow these troubleshooting and setup steps:

Step 1: Update Chromebook

Ensure that your Chromebook is updated to the most current version of Chrome OS.

Step 2: Connect the Printer

1. USB Connection: Connect the cable to the USB port on the rear of the printer and to an available port on the Chromebook.
   • [] Connect the cable to the USB port.

Step 3: Add the Printer to the Chromebook

On the Chromebook, click the clock (bottom right corner), and then click the Settings icon.

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Scroll to the bottom of the screen, and then click Advanced.

Under Printing, click Printers > Add Printer.

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If your printer displays, select it, and then click Add. If your printer does not display, click Add Manually and follow the instructions.

Step 4: Print from the Chromebook

Open the item you want to print (photos, documents, webpages, emails).

Click the Chrome browser Settings icon, and then select Print.

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Next to Destination, click Change, and then select your printer.

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Change any desired print settings, and then click Print.

I hope this helps.

Please feel free to reply here if you have any questions or if you need further clarification on any of the steps. 

Take care and have a good day. 

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