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03-02-2023 10:36 AM
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@LindaForm wrote:Subject: How do I get icons back on desktop for my printer?
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Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)
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I lost my desktop icons for my printer in order to fax, scan, etc. How do I get them back?
The loss of the shortcuts on the Desktop usually indicates the printer software is lost / corrupted.
Install the full driver printer software for your printer model.
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