You might print a test page in Windows to validate printer connectivity, check print quality, or as a printer troubleshooting step. Read further for information about how to print a test page in Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, or Windows 7.
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- How to Print a Windows Test Page Using Windows 11 or Windows 10
- How to Print a Windows Test Page Using Windows 8.1 or Windows 8
- How to Print a Windows Test Page Using Windows 7
How to Print a Windows Test Page Using Windows 11 or Windows 10
- In the Search box on the taskbar, type Devices and Printers.
- Touch or click Devices and Printers (Control panel).
- Touch and hold or right-click your printer.
- Touch or click Printer Properties.
Note: Be sure to select Printer Properties and not Properties, or you will not see a Print Test Page button.
- Under the General tab, Touch or click Print Test Page.
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How to Print a Windows Test Page Using Windows 8.1 or Windows 8
- From the Desktop, go to the start page by pressing the Windows key on your keyboard, or clicking the lower left corner of the screen.
- On the Start page, type the word
printer
. A search is automatically performed.
- Click Settings.
- From the search results, select View Devices and Printers.
- Right click on the printer icon, then select Printer Properties.
- Click the Print Test Page button on the lower right of the dialogue.
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How to Print A Windows Test Page Using Windows 7
- Click on the Windows Start Button.
- Select the Control Panel.
- Select Devices and Printers.
- Right click on the printer and select Printer Properties.
- Click Print a Test Page.
- After the test page has printed, click OK.
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