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The HP Smart application does not recognize doc files in the desktop. when I open the smart application to print a document which is in the desktop the application does not recognize it. It finds only pdf files. It does not recognize other files so I can not print those files. It is the latest version of Smart. I run the HP Print and Scan Doctor but it did not resolve the problem. I do not know why HP Smart does not recognize doc files. 

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Welcome to the HP Community.

 

At this writing -- HP Smart Windows does not support Word or other Office documents.

 

You want (need) to install the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software.

 

Installation package here:

HP ENVY 5000 All-in-One Print and Scan Driver and Accessories 

 

Methods:

Download and Save the installation package to your computer and install it.

Restart the computer after the installation is complete.

 

OR

Your printer also supports installing the full driver software using the HP Easy Start Software wrapper.

 

>>> Check / Install the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software

 

The full driver provides the foundation on which other programs and printing software depend.

 

Preparation - Install Full Driver Printer Software

 

If you have not done so,

In addition to the HP Smart application,

Install the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software for the printer.

HP Smart and other print software / applications benefit from having the full driver installed.

Make sure your VPN is switched Off when installing software.

 

Printer Software Check - Is the printer software installed?

 

Notes

When the full driver printer software is installed,

Find the printer software listed in Control Panel > icon view > Programs and Features.

 

The installation of the full printer software adds two shortcut icons to the Desktop.

The Printer Assistant is named for the printer and provides access to Print , Scan , and Tools

HP Scan is named for itself and provides a direct call to the HP Scan software.

Programs_and_Features_Printer_Desktop_Icons_4Programs_and_Features_Printer_Desktop_Icons_4

 

Next...

Printer software installed but not working?

 

NOTE:  If the printer software shows installed but is not working as expected,

Uninstall the printer software from Control Panel > icon view > Programs and Features

Restart the computer and log in

 

What if?

If software will not uninstall, appears to be removed and is “still hanging around” after you uninstall / Restart...

Microsoft:  Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed

OR

Revo Uninstaller (Free version)

then

Restart the computer and log in

 

 

Reminder:  If using USB, disconnect the USB printer cable between the printer and the computer before installing software.  (Re)Connect the USB cable when instructed to do so near the end of the installation procedure.

 

Install a fresh copy of the Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software

Restart the computer and log in

 

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Next...

 

Method - Use the Easy Start Wrapper to Install the Full Feature / Full Driver Software

 

For printers that support the option,

Use the Easy Start Software wrapper to install and configure the printer software.

 

  • Home Page - HP Easy Start 
  • Open Category Software and Drivers 
  • Open Topic: Software-Utility 
  • Download-and-Save  the current version of the Easy Start wrapper to install your print software 
  • If using USB:  Disconnect the USB cable between the printer and computer before installing the software.
  • Right-Click on the downloaded package and "Run as Administrator" to start the installation
  • Select to install the “Full Driver” / “Full Feature Software” / "Basic" software
  • If using USB:  Connect the cable when instructed to do so (near the end of the installation process).
  • After the software is installed, Restart the computer and log in.

 

Optional Notes >> Easy Start... The Journey

 

  1. Full Administrator Rights are required to complete the HP Software installation.
  2. About 2/3 of the way through the setup, you will be given the opportunity to select the software - select the "Full Driver" set (as opposed to the Smart application).  If necessary, select the "Basic" Software.
  3. Skip / Ignore suggestion(s) that you add anything you do not want / need at the moment.  For example, you do not (at the time of installation) need an HP Account and you do not need or want to sign up for Instant Ink just because you are loading the printer software.
  4. Full driver provides access to the printer features on which other applications / software might depend.

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

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