connecting ipad wiht printer

[mikeg74]

I have a HP smart tank plus 650 printer--- I was able to get my MacBook to connect and print but I cannot get my Ipad to connect. On screen it says "Looking for printer" but never finds it

the Macbook,  printer and ipad are all on same wifi network and ipad's bluetooth is on

how do I get the ipad and printer to connect

[Jerry_57]

Hi @mikeg74,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.

To connect your iPad with the HP Smart Tank Plus 650 printer, follow these steps:

Ensure Bluetooth is On: Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your iPad. Go to 
Settings > Bluetooth and turn it on.

Check Wi-Fi Network: Confirm that both your iPad and HP printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Download the HP App:

• Open the App Store on your iPad.
• Search for "HP App" and download the app.
• Once installed, open the HP app and follow any initial setup instructions. HP App – For HP Printers, Laptops, and Tech Accessories | HP® Official Site

Add Your Printer to the HP App:

• Open the HP app.
• Tap the plus sign (+) or "Add Printer" option.
• The app should automatically detect printers on the same network. If your printer appears, tap on it to add it.
   

Set Up the Printer:
 

• If the printer doesn't appear, ensure the printer is in a ready state and connected to the network.
• You may need to restore your printer’s network settings to set up Wi-Fi. Check the printer manual for instructions on restoring Wi-Fi settings or entering Wi-Fi setup mode.
   

Check for Firmware Updates: Ensure your printer firmware is up-to-date by navigating to Settings, Official HP® Support or Support in the HP app. 
 

Restart Devices: If the printer is still not detected, try restarting your iPad, the printer, and the Wi-Fi router.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have an amazing day!
 

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