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How do I fix Photoshop from Crashing When I Print? [Answered]

Restarting some system services should restore normalcy

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Whether we discuss web design or editing product images, Photoshop is one of thebest photo editing toolsthat you can use. However, it is not free from issues, with users reporting that Photoshop crashes when printing.

This can be frustrating, but it is not an issue without a solution, as we will show in the ensuing sections of this guide.

Why does Photoshop crashes when I print?

Listed below are some of the reasons Photoshop crashes when you are printing:

How can I fix Photoshop printing crashes in Windows 10?

1. Update Adobe Photoshop

If Adobe Photoshop is outdated, it is likely it crashes while you are printing. So, you need to check for available updates.

If you can’t find the latest version on the app, you can go to the manufacturer’s website to download the latest version ofAdobe Photoshop.

2. Remove all printers

We also recommend you clear the subsystem that is related to your printer. Here’s how you can do that:

If your computer is connected to your printer through aUSB cable, unplug it; otherwise, turn off the Wi-Fi connection through which your printer is connected to your computer.

Restart your Windows 10 machine. Reconnect your printer with your computer and follow the on-screen prompts for installing your printer and its official drivers.

On the same page, if the steps from above didn’t solve the Photoshop crashes when printing on Windows 10 error, try installing the drivers for Windows 8.

That might work, as there might be compatibility problems between Photoshop and Windows 10.

3. Remove the Photoshop Preference

Note:Before starting the steps from this section, save your work from Photoshop. Also, a general backup of PS is highly recommended.

4. Uninstall and reinstall printer drivers

In some cases, this issue might be caused by a malfunctioning or faulty printer driver. You should be able;e to fix this by uninstalling the driver and installing the latest version.

5. Uninstall Lavasoft Web Companion

Some users reported that they managed to fix the printing errors while using Photoshop after uninstalling Lavasoft Web Companion.

6. Run the printer troubleshooter

If Photoshop crashes when printing, it might be due to some minor glitches with the process. One effective tool to clear up these glitches is the built-in troubleshooter.

So, you need to run it and apply the recommended troubleshooting steps.

7. Restart the Printer Spooler service

If all the fixes above do not work, one of the essential printer services might misbehave. You need to restart this process to clear up anything that might be wrong with it.

Those are the solutions that can help you fix Photoshop crashes. You only need to follow the instructions carefully, and things should the back to normal.

If you are facing otherPhotoshop problems, check our detailed guide to clear them all.

Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.

How do I fix Photoshop from Crashing When I Print? [Answered]#

Why does Photoshop crashes when I print?#

How can I fix Photoshop printing crashes in Windows 10?#

1. Update Adobe Photoshop#

2. Remove all printers#

3. Remove the Photoshop Preference#

4. Uninstall and reinstall printer drivers#

5. Uninstall Lavasoft Web Companion#

6. Run the printer troubleshooter#

7. Restart the Printer Spooler service#