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06-04-2024 01:54 PM
I have used the same laptop and HP Smart app for some years and scanning have not been a problem. Now it just reports Scanning failed after the paper is scanned instead of having a preview.
Using the same HP Smart app from my daughters Mac works fine. What is the issue using my Windows11 laptop ?
06-04-2024 02:35 PM
Welcome to the HP English Community --
It has been a while since HP Smart was updated for Windows - check "just in case".
HP Smart - Windows - Version (at this writing) = 153.1.1137.0
Common issues and solutions
1) Check / Update >> Every device (computer(s) and / or mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).
2) Something in Windows might have stomped on the HP Smart application or the HP Smart app data in your account.
To fix, first try a Reset on the HP Smart Application
Afterwards, Restart the computer and log in.
Open HP Smart > Add Printer(s)
Test
If not enough, Uninstall the HP Smart App > Restart the computer > Install the app > Add Printer(s)
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Details
Reset HP Smart application
Reminder
It is important that every device is using the latest version of the HP Smart app for that device type.
Check / Update >> Every device (computer(s) and mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).
AND
The printer and device (computer, tablet, phone) where HP Smart is running should be on the same network.
How to...
Windows 10 -
Settings > Apps > Apps and Features
OR
Windows 11 -
Settings > Apps > Installed Apps
Next,
Search / Find HP Smart in the apps list
Open Advanced options > Reset the app
Restart the computer and log in
Open HP Smart > Sign in > Add Printer(s)
What if?
If the app Reset does not work by itself,
Next,
Uninstall the HP Smart App from Settings > Apps > Apps and Features / Installed Apps
Restart the computer and log in
“Get” a new copy of the HP Smart application from the Microsoft Store
Open HP Smart > Sign in > Add Printer(s)
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References / Resources
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, Troubleshooting, Ink & Paper, HP Software / Drivers / Firmware Updates , Setup & User Guides, Product Specifications, Account & Registration, Warranty & Repair
Open
Enter the device type and model name of your HP product
OR
Select a saved product from HP Account Dashboard
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06-04-2024 04:09 PM
You are welcome.
Excellent - people have usually tried that one before they get here.
Smiling.
Glad the easy way worked this time!
For those reading:
Example - HP Smart - Windows - Printer Settings - Scroll to Manage > Hide Printer
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Example - HP Smart - Mobile - Tap on "ready printer" > Printer Settings - Advanced > Hide Printer
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