If you are having trouble diagnosing your printer issue, printing a test page or printer status report can help narrow down what the problem is. If the test page prints successfully then your issue is likely the printer driver, printer software or cable connection. If it doesn’t print properly then there is likely an issue with the printer itself and may require repairs.
How to Print a Test Page in Windows 10
To print a test page in Windows 10, go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners. Then select your printer and select Manage>Print a Test Page.
How to Print a Test Page in Windows 8
To print a test page in Windows 8, press the Windows key on your keyboard, then search “printer” on the start page. Select Settings > View Devices and Printers, then right click the printer icon and open up “Printer Properties” and select “Print Test Page”
How to Print a Test Page in Windows 7
To print a test page in Windows 7, click the “Start” button > Control panel > Devices and Printers. Then right click the printer icon and open up “Printer Properties” and select “Print Test Page”