To add a printer to a Mac, the general steps are:
- Ensure the printer is connected to your Mac or the same Wi-Fi network.
- Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner and go to System Preferences (or System Settings in newer macOS).
- Select "Printers & Scanners."
- Click the "+" (Add) button to add a new printer.
- Select your printer from the list, and macOS will automatically download and install drivers if needed.
- After adding, perform a test print to confirm the setup.
This works for both wireless printers on the same network and USB-connected printers. If the printer does not appear automatically, sometimes connecting it via USB first helps the Mac recognize it for wireless setup later. For a printer connected via IP address, the IP can be entered manually in the Printers & Scanners preferences under the IP tab. This is a quick and easy process to get a printer added and ready for use on a Mac system.
