Connect an AirPrint printer to a Wi-Fi network — by Apple Support

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Overview of the four usual ways to get an AirPrint printer onto Wi-Fi, with a reminder to check the printer maker's own instructions for exact steps.

Quick steps

Use the printer's screen or control panel to pick your network
Or use a USB cable and the manufacturer's setup assistant
Or join the printer's temporary network and run setup
Or use WPS if the printer and router support it

Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.

Read the full article on support.apple.com

Source: Connect an AirPrint printer to a Wi-Fi network by Apple Support. Licence: Link only (©).

Source reviewed: 2026-11-02
Link checked: 2026-11-02
Tested hands-on: Not by Oddbyte.Me

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