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05-23-2018 01:27 PM
Product: HP Envy 5540 series
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (32-bit)
Last time I scanned it kept running, now I cannot scan because it says the application is already running. How can I clear the application?
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05-23-2018 09:09 PM
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Have you tried to restart your printer?
Else, can you restart the PC and printer as well?
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05-23-2018 09:09 PM
Hi,
Thanks for using the HP Forums.
Have you tried to restart your printer?
Else, can you restart the PC and printer as well?
Hope that helps!
I am an HP Employee. Although I am speaking for myself and not for HP.
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Question / Concern Answered, Click "Accept as Solution"
Click Helpful = Yes to say Thank You.
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