To put your HP printer back online, follow these key steps:
1. **Check the printer’s connection** (USB cable or Wi-Fi) ensuring it is properly connected and the printer is powered on.
2. **Restart your devices**: turn off and unplug the printer for about 30 seconds, then reconnect; also restart your computer and router.
3. **Set the printer online** by going to your computer’s Control Panel > Devices and Printers, right-click your HP printer, and uncheck “Use Printer Offline” or select “Set as Default Printer.”
4. **Clear any stuck print jobs** in the print queue by selecting “See what’s printing” and canceling pending jobs.
5. If needed, run the **HP Smart app’s Diagnose and Fix tool** to troubleshoot printer issues.
These steps address common causes like connectivity, printer settings, and print spooler problems that make the printer appear offline[1][2][5].
If these steps don’t resolve the issue, updating your printer drivers or firmware and contacting HP support can help further[1][5].