In the location box, type:
This works for most Windows users and takes less than 30 seconds. Open the (search for it in the Start menu). Click on View devices and printers . Find your HP Printer in the list. Right-click the printer icon. Select Create shortcut .
Having your HP printer icon right on your desktop saves you from digging through menus every time you need to check ink levels or scan a document. Depending on your version of Windows, there are three easy ways to set this up. Method 1: The Drag-and-Drop (Easiest) how to put hp printer icon on desktop
(This opens the Devices and Printers folder.)
| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | “Create shortcut” option missing | Right-click printer icon in Devices and Printers while holding Shift key. If still missing, use Method 4. | | Shortcut does nothing | Verify printer is online. Reinstall HP drivers. | | Wrong printer opens | Recheck the printer name in Method 4 – must match exactly. | In the location box, type: This works for
Look for Pin to taskbar or Create desktop shortcut (varies by version). If not available:
Alternatively, right-click it, select , then Pin to taskbar for even faster access. Method 3: Manual Desktop Shortcut Find your HP Printer in the list
Sometimes the printer name in the menu is confusing (e.g., "HP1234" vs "HP OfficeJet").