To set your HP printer to online, you should ensure it is properly connected and recognized by your computer, disable “Use Printer Offline” mode, and set the printer as the default device. Here are key steps:
1. **Check Printer Connection**: Confirm that your printer is properly connected via USB or to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer. Restart your printer, computer, and router to refresh connections[2].
2. **Disable ‘Use Printer Offline’ Mode**:
– On Windows, open *Settings* > *Bluetooth & devices* > *Printers & scanners*.
– Select your HP printer and click *Open print queue*.
– Under the *Printer* menu, ensure *Use Printer Offline* is **unchecked**[4].
3. **Set Printer as Default**:
– Open *Control Panel* > *Devices and Printers*.
– Right-click your HP printer and choose *Set as Default Printer*[1][2].
4. **Clear Print Queue**: If jobs are stuck, open the print queue and cancel all pending jobs to prevent blocking the printer[2].
5. **Use HP Diagnostic Tools**: Download and run the *HP Print and Scan Doctor* app to automatically identify and fix connectivity issues[1].
6. **Power Cycle the Printer**: Turn off your printer, unplug it from power for a few minutes, then plug back and turn it on to reset its network state[3][5].
Following these steps should bring your HP printer online and ready to print. If problems persist, consult HP support or your printer’s manual for model-specific solutions[2][1].