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How to Check HP Printer Driver Version: A Step-by-Step Guide

2 min readUpdated 31 May 2026
How to Check HP Printer Driver Version: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you unsure about the version of your HP printer driver? Checking the driver version is straightforward and can be completed in a few simple steps. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of checking the HP printer driver version on your machine.

Step 1: Open the Control Panel
First, open your computer's search menu (usually by clicking the magnifying glass icon in the taskbar or pressing the Windows key). Type "Control Panel" and select the top result.

Step 2: Navigate to Hardware and Sound
In the Control Panel, click on the "View by" dropdown menu in the top right corner and select "View by Large Icons" Then, click on "Large Icons"

Step 3: Select Advanced Printer Setup
Under the "Devices and Printers" section, click on the "Advanced printer setup" button.

Step 4: Select Your HP Printer
A list of available printers will appear. Select your HP printer from the list.

Step 5: Check Printer Properties
Click on the "Printer properties" button.

Step 6: Check the Driver Version
In the printer properties window, click on the "About" tab. This will display the driver name and version that is installed on your machine.

HP Printer Driver Versions

That's It!
Checking the HP printer driver version is a simple process that can be completed in a few minutes. By following these steps, you can easily determine the version of your HP printer driver.

Why Check Your Printer Driver Version?

Knowing your printer driver version can be helpful for:

  1. Troubleshooting printing issues
  2. Determining if you need to update your drivers
  3. Ensuring compatibility with your operating system

Conclusion

We hope this tutorial has helped you check the HP printer driver version. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Thank you for reading, and we look forward to helping you in the next tutorial.

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