Lexmark is a reputed printer manufacturer known worldwide. The printers they offer are reliable and offer a lot of value to the customers. Keeping that aside, they also come with many issues that render the printers unable to print. 

These issues are very common and unavoidable in any model of printer. That is why it is important to understand the cause of these issues to prevent them from happening. 

Possible Causes Of Lexmark Printer Not Printing

Many errors can cause the printer not to be able to print. They can be technical or simply be a result of issues in the hardware. Whatever the reasons may be, the issue is still causing problems for all the users who come across it. 

• Some of the possible reasons for Lexmark printer not being able to print are: 
• Connectivity issues due to poor or unstable network or problems in firewall security
• Outdated or corrupted drivers installed
• Irregularity in the printer’s maintenance
• Insufficient supply of paper, ink, or toner
• The connection between the cables is not proper

Has your Lexmark printer stopped working due to any of these reasons? Worry not; we are here to provide you with solutions that have worked for many users in resolving the printer, not printing, issue. 

Method 1: Check Connection 

• Step 1: If you’re using a USB cable, check if the cable is properly connected.
• Step 2: Reconnect the cable to make sure that they are properly seated. 
• Step 3: If you’re using a Network printer, check the network connection. 
• Step 4: Try reconnecting the printer to the network, if required. 
• Step 5: If you connect the printer via Bluetooth, make sure that the printer is close enough to your PC.

Method 2: Update Printer Driver:

• Step 1: Click on the Windows icon and type in Device Manager in the search bar. 
• Step 2: Open the Device Manager and click on Printers. 
• Step 3: Right-click on your Lexmark printer from the list and click on Update Driver. 
• Step 4: In the Update Drivers window, select Search automatically for drivers. 
• Step 5: Your system will find the latest driver, so follow the on-screen prompt to update it. 
• Step 6: Once the driver is updated, restart your computer.

Method 3: Restart Print Spooler:

• Step 1: Press on Windows + R keys at the same time to open the Run command. 
• Step 2: Type in services.msc and press on OK. 
• Step 3: Locate Print Spooler from the list and right-click on it. 
• Step 4: Next, select Restart.

Method 4: Run Printer Troubleshooter:

• Step 1: Go to Settings from Windows. 
• Step 2: Under System, navigate to Troubleshoot and click on it. 
• Step 3: Next, select Other Troubleshooters. 
• Step 4: Under the Most Frequent section, click on the Run button for the Printer. 
• Step 5: Select your printer and click on Next to proceed.

Method 5: Reset Your Printer:

• Step 1: First, turn off the printer from the switch on the side. 
• Step 2: Press and hold the 2 + 6 keys at the same time until the configuration menu appears. 
• Step 3: Scroll down and press Reset Factory Default. 
• Step 4: Next, select Out Of Service Erase. 
• Step 5: Then press Erase Memory, and click on Yes in the prompt.