To select a printer, you should first determine your specific needs such as printing volume, color vs. black & white, photo quality, speed, and budget. Based on these criteria:
– For home or small office use, the **HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e** or **HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e** are solid choices, offering good print speed and quality, along with reliable wireless connections[1][3].
– For cost-effective, high-volume ink printing, **Epson EcoTank ET-2800** or **Canon MegaTank G3270** are recommended as they use refillable ink tanks to reduce printing costs[1].
– If you need an efficient color laser printer for a small business, the **Brother MFC-J1010DW Wireless Color Inkjet** is praised for fast print speeds and solid WiFi connectivity, though with a smaller paper tray[1][3].
– For professional high-quality photo or art printing, specialized printers like the **Epson SureColor P7570** or **Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600** offer superior color accuracy and print resolution but come at a much higher price point[5].
Once you choose a printer physically or have multiple installed, you can select your default printer on your computer:
– On **Windows**, go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners, select the printer, click Manage, then Choose Set as default. You can also enable “Let Windows manage my default printer” to automatically select the last used printer[2].
– On **Mac**, open System Settings > Printers & Scanners, then use the Default printer dropdown to pick your printer or choose “Last Printer Used” to switch automatically. You can also right-click a printer and select Set Default Printer[4].
This should help you pick a printer based on your printing needs and set it as your default printer on your device for smooth printing workflow. For more detailed reviews and buying links, see comprehensive 2025 printer rankings and recommendations[1][3][5].