Why is my Epson printer connected but not printing?
Matthew Perez
Updated on March 20, 2026
Why is my Epson printer connected but not printing?
Make sure that your product is turned on. Make sure you install your product’s network software as described in your product documentation. Make sure your computer and product are both using the same wireless network. If network printing is slow, print a network status sheet and check the signal strength.
Why is my Epson printer not printing from my computer?
Make sure the USB cable is connected securely at both ends and meets the requirements. Run a printer check. If the test page prints, make sure your software is installed correctly. Then right-click EPSON WorkForce 1100 Series, select See what’s printing, right-click the stalled print job, and click Cancel and then Yes.
How do I fix my Epson printer from printing blank pages?
Check your Device
- Make sure your printer is placed on a flat stable surface.
- Check your ink cartridges.
- Make sure you’re using supported paper.
- Make sure your document doesn’t have blank pages.
- Make sure the paper size, orientation, and layout settings in your software are correct.
How can I get my Epson printer to print?
How it works
- Download the Epson Print Enabler software from the Google Play store.
- Select the options drop down and then print.
- Select a nearby printer.
- Choose your print options and select print.
- The print job is then printed at your chosen printer.
How do I get my Epson printer to print?
On your Android device, download the Epson Print Enabler plug-in from Google Play. Go to Settings on your Android device, select Printing, and enable the Epson plug-in. Connect your Android device to the same wireless network as your product. Now you are ready to print.
How do I fix my printer that won’t print?
What to Do When Your Printer Won’t Print
- Check Your Printer’s Error Lights.
- Clear the Printer Queue.
- Solidify the Connection.
- Ensure You Have the Right Printer.
- Install the Drivers and Software.
- Add Printer.
- Check that Paper Is Installed (Not Jammed)
- Fiddle With the Ink Cartridges.
Why is my printer printing blank pages when it has ink?
Several factors may cause the product to print blank pages, such as print settings, low ink, or the product itself. Print a nozzle check pattern to see if any of the nozzles are clogged. Clean the print head, if necessary. Make sure the paper size, orientation, and layout settings in your printer software are correct.
What causes the printer to print blank pages?
There are numerous possible causes for a printer that’s randomly producing blanks. The most common ones are empty ink cartridges, improper cartridge installation, and congested nozzles. Driver and software issues can sometimes cause this problem as well.
How do I fix my printer not printing?
How do I reset my Epson printer?
To Factory Reset an Epson printer:
- Turn off the printer.
- Press and hold the reset button on the back of the printer (normally located to the right of the ethernet port).
- Turn on the printer while holding the reset button.
- Wait until a message prints indicating that the printer is resetting.
Why is my Epson printer not printing properly?
The Printer Prints Nothing. The printer is not correctly connected to the computer. Your EPSON printer is not selected as the default printer. Printer port setting does not match the printer connection port. The printer driver does not have enough available memory (Macintosh) The printer sounds like it is printing, but nothing prints.
How do I troubleshoot a printer interface cable that is not working?
Make sure the interface cable specifications match the specifications for the printer and computer. Make sure the interface cable is directly connected to the computer without passing through any device, such as a printer switching device, or extension cable. For Windows NT 4.0 users, try uninstalling the EPSON PrinterPort.
How do I uninstall the Epson printerport from my computer?
For Windows NT 4.0 users, try uninstalling the EPSON PrinterPort. Click Start, point to Programsand EPSON Printers, then click EPSON Printer Port Uninstall. Follow the messages on the screen.