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title: How to Set HP Printer as Default?
tags: [Set HP printer as default, Default printer troubleshooting HP, HP Smart default printer setup, HP printer not staying default, Change default printer Windows 11, Fix HP printer connection issues, HP printer default settings, Manage printers in Windows settings]

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# How to Set HP Printer as Default? – Call 1-844-957-6312 for Quick Help

Setting your HP printer as the default device makes printing faster and avoids choosing the wrong printer each time. Whether you’re on Windows, macOS, or using a mobile device, the steps are straightforward — and if anything goes wrong, you can **call 1-844-957-6312** for live, step-by-step support.
![HP Printer](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SJcNkBEtgl.png)

## Why set a default printer? – Need help? Call 1-844-957-6312

When a [printer is the default,](https://www.helpocenter.com/printer/how-to-set-hp-printer-as-default/) apps send jobs there automatically. This prevents misdirected prints (for example, to a PDF printer or a network device you rarely use). A default also simplifies printing from web apps and mobile devices. If you manage several printers (home, office, virtual), picking the right default saves time and avoids confusion. If you’d like a technician to set this up remotely, **call 1-844-957-6312**.

## Set an HP printer as default in Windows 11 / Windows 10

1. Open **Settings**: press `Windows + I` or click Start > Settings.
2. Go to **Bluetooth & devices** (Windows 11) or **Devices** (Windows 10) > **Printers & scanners**.
3. Find your HP printer in the list and click it.
4. Click **Manage**, then click **Set as default**.

   * If Windows is set to manage your default printer automatically, toggle **Let Windows manage my default printer** off first. This setting changes your default to the last printer used, which can be confusing.
5. Print a quick test page to confirm the default behavior.

If Windows won’t let you set the default or the option is greyed out, **call 1-844-957-6312** and a support agent will guide you through permissions and driver checks.

## Set an HP printer as default in macOS

1. Open **System Settings** (or **System Preferences**) > **Printers & Scanners**.
2. Select your HP printer from the left-hand list.
3. At the bottom of the dialog, there’s a **Default printer** dropdown — choose your HP model.
4. If you want the printer to be the default only for certain apps, configure those apps’ print dialogs individually (for example, select the HP printer in Adobe Reader or Microsoft Word prior to printing).
5. Print a test page to verify.

If the HP printer does not appear or you can’t select it, **call 1-844-957-6312** for help re-adding the device or repairing driver issues.
![HP Printer](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/HyeLyrVYee.png)

## Set default printer on mobile devices (iPhone/Android) and via HP Smart

* **iPhone / iPad (AirPrint):** iOS selects the last used [AirPrint printer.](https://www.helpocenter.com/printer/how-to-configure-hp-printer-for-airprint/) Open the document or photo, tap **Share > Print**, and choose your HP printer. iOS doesn’t have a global “default” printer setting, so pick the HP each time or keep it the last-used device.
* **Android:** Many Android apps let you pick a printer when you print. Some devices with Google Cloud Print legacy adapters may behave differently. Use the **HP Smart** app to print directly and the app will remember your preferred printer.
* **HP Smart app:** Install HP Smart (iOS/Android/Windows/Mac). Open the app, add your HP printer, and it will become the easiest way to print from mobile. If HP Smart can’t find the printer, **call 1-844-957-6312**.

## Troubleshooting if the HP printer won’t stay default

* **Driver issues:** [Reinstall the Full Feature HP driver](https://www.helpocenter.com/printer/how-to-reinstall-hp-printer-drivers/) from HP’s support site.
* **Multiple printers:** Remove unused or old printers (Devices & Printers on Windows), then set the HP as default.
* **Permission or policy locks (work computers):** Group Policy or admin settings may block changes. Contact your IT or **call 1-844-957-6312** for guidance.
* **Network printers:** If the HP printer is networked, reserve a static IP in your router or in the printer’s settings to prevent the device from disappearing from the network and losing the default status. Need help with router settings? **Call 1-844-957-6312**.
![HP Printer](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SyQ51rNYxx.png)

## Tips to keep printing smooth

* Keep drivers and [firmware updated](https://www.helpocenter.com/printer/how-to-update-hp-printer-firmware/) for best compatibility.
* Use the HP Smart app for frequent mobile printing — it remembers your preferred printer.
* If you switch between home and office networks, consider creating separate profiles or adjusting the default when on each network.
* Test printing after any OS updates, because some updates may reset printer settings.

## Final notes — Quick help available at 1-844-957-6312

Setting your HP printer as the default is a small change that can save a lot of frustration. Follow the platform-specific steps above, and if your printer refuses to cooperate or you prefer hands-on help, **call 1-844-957-6312** for patient, expert support to get you printing reliably again.