Question

Not Able to Print any PDF Files from Brother Printer

I have connected my HL-2280 DW Brother printer in wireless network. My printer is printing word file and excel file without any problem but when it comes to print PDF files, error occurs. I don’t understand why my printer especially not printing PDF files. Can anybody describe me how to resolve this issue? Any help is much appreciated!

  •   Mick
  • lay  1  Ans
  • lay  5 years ago
Answer - 1

Fix Brother Printer Won't Print PDF:

Brother Printer Won't Print PDF

Your Brother printer will not print pdf files because of memory issues or maybe an outdated printer driver. I will discuss it in detail. Follow the instructions carefully.

Reboot Your Brother Printer

If your printer is not printing PDF files then chances are its memory is cluttered, so restart your Brother printer after a few minutes of shutting down and see if the issue is resolved.

Clear the Memory

Chances are your printer's memory is almost full and it cannot distinguish between the commands. So make sure to check your printer's memory and clear it if its full.
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Update Drivers

The printer basically does not have any problems with Acrobat's PDF format, so the chances are your printer driver is outdated or corrupt. go to your Vendor's website - www.brother-usa.com/brother-support and download the latest available version of the driver on to your printer.

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Note: If you don't know how to update Brother printer drivers than Clck Here for more information.

Reset to Factory Settings

If any of the above-mentioned steps did not resolve the issue, then chances are some internal software snag might have occurred. So it is advisable to restore to factory settings as it will eliminate any internal settings issue with your printer.

Hopefully, these steps helped you in resolving Brother printer won't print pdf issue. in case you have any further doubts or problems feel free to reply back.

 

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  •   Kenny
  • lay  2 years ago
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