I am looking for instructions on how to bypass or get rid of HP SMART APP to print from Desktop

[Jallard]

Hi Everyone:

I am looking for instructions on how to bypass or get rid of HP SMART APP, along with any other proprietary on the following all-in-one PC:

(1.) DESKTOP TPUB35H

(2.)  HP ENVY PRO 6455 PRINTER

(3.) ONE NOTE

I want to be able to print any document from the desktop not the app installed on the iPhone? Moreover, how do I retrieve files from the iCloud and place them into the PROPER “Documents Folder” on the desktop? 

Thank you.

[Dragon-Fur]

@Jallard 

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@Jallard wrote:

Hi Everyone:

I am looking for instructions on how to bypass or get rid of HP SMART APP,

along with any other proprietary (software) on the following all-in-one PC:

(1.) DESKTOP TPUB35H

(2.)  HP ENVY PRO 6455 PRINTER

(3.) ONE NOTE

I want to be able to print any document from the desktop not the app installed on the iPhone?

Moreover, how do I retrieve files from the iCloud and place them into the PROPER “Documents Folder” on the desktop? 

Thank you.

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Proprietary software might be checked against what is in the Device Manager and what you think you don't want.

Aside from those drivers installed that actually benefit or are required by the hardware, little extra is mandatory.

Although I am not at this time running a stripped version of Windows  -- I've done so and it was fine for most uses.

Toward the end of the experiment, the system (Zbook 17 G3 Workstation) did drag a bit and complain about missing HP Drivers on occasion.  Mostly, the system just worked as expected using the standard Windows 10 updates and any software needed to run my Office software.  I did keep the BIOS updated.  I am not running Windows 10 on any systems at this point so cannot comment on what it would look like now.

Want it Plain

The easier solution is to back up your personal data to other than the computer and then do a clean install of the OS version you want / can run.  Be sure you have your network driver (likely HP), else you might find your OS installed and no way to reach the Internet.  Others can provide better guidance on this subject.

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Use of HP Smart is optional.

The HP Full Feature Software is available for your Operating System / version.

If you want it, the printer also supports the HP Universal Scan Software.

Details Page - Driver - For your Printer

>>> Full Feature Software - Web Pack Installation Package - Information - Download  <<<

Download > Save > Install

HP Easy Start Printer Setup Software – Offline Use Only 

After the software is installed, Restart the computer and log in.

Ask if you want additional installation instructions / example.

Videos

Install Printer Software

 HP Envy Pro 6455: How to set up printer on Win 10 PC with HP full solution software

and / or

 HP Envy 6055 | HP Envy Pro 6455: Download & Install HP Full solution software on Win 10 Computer

Reminder:  Ask if you want manual / text instructions to install the printer software.

After you install the Full Feature Software,

Next,

Optional – Supported for your printer

Next – HP Universal Scan Software - NOTE:  Model and Operating System version Dependent

 HP Universal Scan Full Feature Software adds OCR libraries to installed HP Scan software. 

HPUS installs a new, full featured, (and separate) HP Scan software shortcut to the Desktop.

Note:  HPUS can be installed as standalone or installed after the full feature printer software.

After the software is installed, Restart the computer and sign in

HP Universal Scan Software provides a larger GUI to make using the software easier on high-resolution screens.   New features have been added to the main menu to help with navigating the settings.

 HP printers - Scan as Editable Text (OCR) with HP Scan (Windows)

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The installation of the full driver adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop:  

Printer Assistant 

HP Scan

>>> Open the Printer Assistant > tab Scan > Manage Scan to Computer > Enable

Example - Windows - Full Feature Software - Installed in Programs and Features

Programs_and_Features_Printer_Desktop_Icons_11

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iCloud follows the rules, settings, and setups in the iCloud for PC / Desktop software.

In my workstation running Windows 11, iCloud photos end up in the local Pictures folder.

I have an iCloud folder named iCloudDrive.

Useless in the context of what you are asking, I think.

You might get better help from others or check at Apple Community.

It might not be the first time someone has asked the question.

Ask the Apple Community:  Apple Support Community

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OneNote is specific to Windows.

I have it as part of my full suite of Office software.

OneNote and all Microsoft Office products are optional.

Use, licensing, and even what you can do with the products is managed by Microsoft and Windows.

Questions regarding it's use are likely common in the Microsoft Community 

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References / Resources 

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HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

“Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories:  Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), Supplies, and more

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