To connect your HP Smart printer to a laptop, the most common and straightforward method is to use the **HP Smart app** and connect the printer to the same Wi-Fi network as your laptop.
Here are the key steps based on recent tutorials:
1. **Download the HP Smart app** on your laptop from the Microsoft Store (Windows) or from HP’s official website[1][2][3].
2. **Open the HP Smart app** and use the “Add Printer” or plus (+) icon to search for your printer on the network[1][3].
3. When your printer appears, **select it and follow the on-screen prompts** to connect it to your Wi-Fi network. You will need to enter your Wi-Fi password during this process[1][2].
4. On the printer, if needed, press the relevant **Wi-Fi or WPS button** to authorize the connection as prompted by the app[1].
5. Once connected, the app will confirm the printer setup and allow you to print, scan, or manage printer settings directly from your laptop[1][2].
This approach assumes both devices are connected to the same wireless network and that your printer supports Wi-Fi connection. If a wired USB connection is preferred or necessary, simply connect the printer via USB and install drivers as prompted by your operating system[4].
In summary, use the **HP Smart app on your laptop**, add your printer from the app interface, connect it to your Wi-Fi network, and complete setup through app prompts to connect your HP Smart printer efficiently[1][2][3][4].