How To Add a Printer In MacOS

Adding a Printer in MacOS Monterey:

1. To add a printer:Select the Apple menu> System Preferences  > Printers & Scanners
   
2. If you don’t see your desired printer listed on the left, click the + button in the bottom left of the window.
   A dialog appears listing printers on the network:

1. When your printer appears in the list, select your printer, then click Add.
   It may take a minute or two for your printer to appear.

When you add a printer, macOS can usually detect whether the printer has special accessories installed, such as additional paper trays, extra memory, or a duplex unit. If it can’t, a dialog appears that lets you specify them.

Adding a Printer in MacOS Ventura:

1. To add a printer:Select the Apple menu> System Preferences  > Printers & Scanners
   
2. If you don’t see your desired printer listed below, click the "Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax" button in the bottom right of the window.
   A dialog appears listing printers on the network:

1. When your printer appears in the list, select your printer, then click Add.
   It may take a minute or two for your printer to appear.

When you add a printer, macOS can usually detect whether the printer has special accessories installed, such as additional paper trays, extra memory, or a duplex unit. If it can’t, a dialog appears that lets you specify them.