Connecting your phone to an HP printer is a straightforward process, especially when using the HP Smart app. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
## Steps to Connect Your Phone to HP Printer
### 1. **Ensure the Printer is Turned On**
Make sure your HP printer is powered on. This is necessary for the printer to be recognized by your phone.
### 2. **Connect Printer to Wi-Fi Network**
Ensure your printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone. This is crucial for a seamless connection.
– **For Wi-Fi Direct**: If your printer supports Wi-Fi Direct, turn off your phone’s cellular data and connect to the printer’s network, which will typically contain the word “Direct” in its name. Note that using Wi-Fi Direct means you won’t have internet access on your phone while connected to the printer[3].
### 3. **Download the HP Smart App**
– **For Android**: Download the HP Smart app from Google Play Store.
– **For iOS**: Download the HP Smart app from the App Store[2][4].
### 4. **Open and Sign In to the HP Smart App**
Open the HP Smart app on your phone and sign in with your HP account. If you don’t have an account, create one[2].
### 5. **Select Your Printer**
Once signed in, the app should automatically detect your printer. Select the HP printer you want to connect to from the list of available devices[2].
### 6. **Print from Your Phone**
– **Select Document/Photo**: Choose the document or photo you want to print.
– **Adjust Settings**: Select the number of copies and adjust any print settings as needed.
– **Print**: Tap the Print button to send the job to your printer[2].
### Alternative: Using Wi-Fi Direct
If you encounter issues with Wi-Fi connectivity, use Wi-Fi Direct for a more direct connection. Ensure your phone is connected to the printer’s network instead of your home Wi-Fi network[3].
By following these steps, you should be able to connect your phone to your HP printer and print documents or photos.