Epson Printer in error state

Sometimes users struggle with the problem of the Epson printer being in an error state. If you are also facing the same problem with the printer machine, follow the steps below. You also need to know the causes behind this problem.

Causes:

There are various types of causes that you have to know while solving the problem. Given below are the most common problems that cause the Epson printer to be in an error state.

• It is due to the wrong cable connection.
• The printer may have very low ink on the cartridge.
• It may be because of bad WiFi network connectivity.
• The cartridge is not placed correctly on the printer device.
• It is due to the paper being jammed into the printer device.
• This problem is shown on the device because the device cover is on.

Solutions:

Epson Printer in Error State solution for Windows 11 OS:

• First of all, right-tap on the Windows button and hit the Run button to start the Run dialog box.
• And then, under the dialog box, enter the devmgmt.msc and press the Enter button.
• Now, choose the View window and tap on the option of Show Hidden Devices.
• Next, right-tap on the Ports (COM & LPT) and click on the Properties option.
• Then, move to the Port settings window and click on the port of the Use any interrupt assigned.
• After that, you have to inspect the box beside Activate the legacy Plug and start detection, and then press the OK button.
• Finally, you must restart the computer device and then verify if it fixes the printer in an error state issue.

For Windows 10 OS:

• In the beginning, right-tap on the Start button and then choose Run to start the Run dialog box. 
• Then, under the dialog box, enter the services.msc and press the Enter button.
• After that, under the Services tab, place the Print Spooler, which is given on the right pane.
• Now, when you get it, then right-tap on it. After that, choose the Properties option.
• Then, go to the General window; after that, adjust the Startup kind to Automatic utilizing the drop-down menu.
• After that, tap on the Apply key.
• Now, move to the Dependencies window.
• And then, under this page, you will get a services list. Next, tap on the plus (+) sign to increase the list, then write down the services.
• After that, ensure the Status of all the services that you have noted are Running.
• Finally, restart the computer system and check if the issue gets sorted.

Fix Epson Printer in Error State for Mac OS:

• First and foremost, click on the menu button. Then go to the System Preferences and now click on Printers & Scanners.
• And then, press the plus (+) key.
• Now, choose the Add Scanner or Printer.
• Next, choose the Epson printer device from the given list.
• After that, choose the driver that is named the printer machine.
• Lastly, press the Add button.