Tally Printer not printing

When the printer does not print, there can be a variety of reasons behind it. To make it function, you must troubleshoot the Tally printer not printing issue.

Causes

Below are some of the causes why the printer does not print.

The printer is not ready.
The ink tank is not appropriately placed.
The printer is not attached to the system properly.
Unnecessary print jobs are remaining in the queue.
Faulty connection and unsuitable printer software.

Solutions to Fix Why Printer is Not Printing Problem

Solution 1: Delete the Existing Printer Software And Reinstall It

Hit the Windows+R keys to open the Run program.
Write control in the system's search bar and then hit OK.
It will open the control panel window with many listed categories.
Select Programs and then choose the "Programs and Features" option.
Locate your Tally printer software and tap on the Uninstall button.
Restart the system and go to the manufacturer's website.
Download the latest software for your printer model and install it.
Verify whether the printer is printing the documents now or not.

Solution 2: Boot Up Your Tally Printer

First, switch off the printer and disconnect its power cord.
Then, take out the power cable from the electric socket.
After that, wait for 30 seconds and plug the printer in with power.
Insert the power cord into the printer and the wall socket.
Switch on the printer and wait till the printer becomes idle.
Try printing a test file and check if the printer prints or not.

Solution 3: Check for the Hardware Issue

Verify the USB cable and the printer wire is working fine.
Ensure the cable is correctly plugged into its port and is connected to the system.
Check if the printer is powered on and the paper is correctly placed into the tray.
Make sure the tray has the proper amount of paper and is of the right quality.
Inspect for the proper cartridge installation and verify it is working correctly.

FAQs

What to do when your printer does not print?

When you are unable to print the documents, you can try some basic checks. You must ensure the printer is connected correctly to the system. Verify the printer is selected as the default printer and software is up-to-date. Check for the printer configuration settings and the hardware issue. You must look after each problem to fix the printer is not printing issue.

Can the printer not print due to corrupt system files?

Yes, there are chances that the corrupt files of the system can cause printing issues. For this, you can run the System File Checker. To do so, open the Command Prompt as an administrator. Click Yes on the prompt to confirm and then type sfc/scannow. Hit the Enter key to detect and change the corrupted system files. It may take some minutes for the process to complete. Restart the system for the changes to apply and verify if the printer is working correctly.

What to do when the printer does not print due to a corrupt driver?

When the system has corrupt printer software, you must uninstall it. After that, you can download and install the new one from the manufacturer's official site. Make sure you download the driver's suitable version according to your Tally printer and the system.

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