- Before printing from Canva, you may enable Show print bleed and Show margins to ensure no important parts get cut off.
- You can download files to print on the web and mobile apps.
Method 1: Using Your Desktop Computer
Step 1: Visit the Canva website in a browser and sign in with your account details.
Step 2: Create a new design or open an existing one. Make necessary changes using a feature-rich Canva editor.
Step 3: Click File at the top > expand View settings > enable Show print bleed to avoid unnecessary white edges when printing.
Step 4: You can also enable margins to ensure that essential design elements aren’t cut when printed.
Step 5: Select Notes at the bottom > enter the notes you want to keep separate.
Step 6: Click the Share icon > hit Download .
Step 7: Change file type to PDF Print , which is ideal for printing. Pick any option.
- Crop marks and bleed: When downloading your design, add crop marks to mark where to cut the paper.
- Flatten PDF: This option converts your design with several layers into one and ensures that all your Canva design elements are printed.
- Includes notes: You can add notes (as shown in the fifth step) with your design and download them as PDF.
Step 8: Lastly, pick a relevant Color Profile . Canva recommends RGB for digital use and CMYK for professional printing.
After downloading your Canva design, print it with your printer using the steps below.
Step 9: Open the desktop File Explorer or Finder menu and launch the PDF file in your preferred editor.
Step 10: Press Ctrl + P (Windows) or Command + P (on Mac) to open the Print menu.
Step 11: Lastly, select your Printer > set Layout > color print > finally, click on Print .
Also, if your printer isn’t working on Windows , check our dedicated post to fix the issue.
Method 2: Using a Mobile Device
Canva uses the same interface on Android and iPhone . In the screenshots below, we will use Canva for iPhone. You can also use it on Android to print your designs.
Step 1: Download and launch Canva on your iPhone, then sign in with your account details.
Step 2: Select your existing design and make edits. Tap the Share icon at the top and tap Download , then select PDF Print , enable flatten PDF , include notes if you want, and tap Download .
Step 3: Canva generates the PDF file on your phone and opens the share sheet. Lastly, tap Print > select your printer > enable the Print in Color toggle > tweak media quality > select Print at the top right corner.
Sometimes, the printer does not show up on the iPhone . If you experience this, check our separate post to fix the problem.
Was this helpful?
- Troubleshoot your HP printer from Windows 11 settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
- Restart the Print Spooler and Printer Extensions and Notifications services manually from the Windows Services app.
Basic Fixes
- Check the printer cable : Ensure the connected cable isn’t loose. If it has major cuts on either end, grab a replacement cable.
- Connect your wireless printer and PC to the same network: If you have an HP printer with in-built Wi-Fi, connect it to the same network as your PC. If it fails to connect, restore the printer’s Wi-Fi setup mode .
- Use the HP Smart app : Install the HP Smart app from the Microsoft Store and follow its on-screen instructions to pair the HP printer to your Windows 11 PC.
- Download Optional Windows Update : Press the Windows + I shortcut to open the Settings app, select Windows Update from the sidebar, and click Advanced options. Select Optional updates and click Download & install.
- Update Windows 11 : Open the Settings app , select Windows Update from the left sidebar, and install available system updates.
Fix 1: Use Windows Settings to Troubleshoot the HP Printer
Windows 11 comes with an in-built troubleshooter to fix HP printer issues. Here’s how to access and use it:
Step 1: Press the Windows + I shortcut to open the Settings app, select Bluetooth & devices from the left sidebar, and click Printers & scanners .
Step 2: Scroll down and select your HP printer .
Step 3: Click Run the troubleshooter and follow the on-screen instructions to fix it.
Fix 2: Fix the HP Printer Using the HP Smart App
If the Windows troubleshooter doesn’t help, use the HP Smart App to diagnose and troubleshoot the HP printer that is not working on Windows 11.
Step 1: Install the HP Smart App from the Microsoft Store and follow its on-screen instructions to set up your printer.
Step 2: Select the hamburger menu from the top left and click Diagnose & Fix .
Step 3: Click Start and wait a few seconds to let the app troubleshoot your HP printer issue.
Fix 3: Update or Reinstall HP Printer Drivers
An obsolete printer driver is a common underlying cause of HP printers not working on Windows 11. Use the Device Manager app to update or reinstall it.
Step 1: Press the Windows key, search Device Manager , and click to open it.
Step 2: Expand Printers , select your HP printer , and right-click to Update driver . If it doesn’t resolve the issue, select Uninstall device , and restart PC to automatically install compatible drivers.
Fix 4: Restart the HP Printer Services
The Print Spooler and Printer Extensions and Notifications services control the functioning of the connected printer on Windows 11. If they stop abruptly , your HP printer might not work. Use the Services app to restart them manually.
Step 1: Press the Windows key, search Services , and click Run as administrator .
Step 2: Locate Print Spooler , right-click the service , and select Restart .
Step 3: Finally, right-click the Printer Extensions and Notifications service to restart it.
Was this helpful?
- Connect printer and iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Check if your printer supports AirPrint.
- Reset all network settings on your iPhone.
Common Fixes
- Ensure the printer isn’t in Sleep mode – If your printer’s power light is blinking or dim or the control panel is dark, it is in sleep mode. Press the Power button or follow its manual to exit it.
- Move close to the printer – If your printer and iPhone are connected to a 5GHz frequency band, keep both devices closer to increase the data exchange speed.
- Restart printer and iPhone – Use the physical Power button on your printer to restart it. To restart the iPhone, press and hold either volume button + side button and drag the power-off slider to shut it down. Press and hold the Power button again to reboot.
- Disable Airplane mode – Open the Settings app and disable the Airplane Mode toggle.
- Update iOS and printer drivers – To update iPhone, head to General, tap Software Update, and select Update Now. To update the printer, connect it to a desktop and use its dedicated app to update drivers.
Fix 1: Connect to the Same Wi-Fi Network
If your printer and iPhone are connected to different Wi-Fi networks or frequency bands within the same network, they won’t detect each other.
Connect both devices to a single Wi-Fi network with the same frequency band (e.g., 2.4GHz or 5GHz). Your iPhone’s Wi-Fi settings can be managed under Settings > Wi-Fi .
Fix 2: Check AirPrint Compatibility
Apple’s AirPrint functionality allows you to connect and print documents or pictures from your iPhone wirelessly. If the printer isn’t showing up on your iPhone, it might not support this feature.
Visit the brand’s support page for your printer or check its manual to verify that your printer supports AirPrint.
Fix 3: Enable Hotspot to Print Using iPhone
If you still can’t detect the printer on your iPhone, set up a hotspot to link both devices together. Before you begin, ensure the Wi-Fi LED is blinking on your printer. Let’s take an HP printer, for instance.
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap Wi-Fi .
Step 2: Select your printer name under My Networks and enter the passcode to connect to your printer.
Tip: Check the printer password by going to the Wireless menu of your printer.
Step 3: Finally, open your desired document to print and click Share at the bottom left corner.
Step 4: Select Print , specify preferences, and tap Print at the top right.
Fix 4: Restart Your Wi-Fi Router and Printer
Many Wi-Fi routers have a dedicated power switch to turn off and restart them. If there isn’t any on yours, pull its power plug, wait a few seconds, and plug it back in.
Alternatively, restart your router from the connected device by accessing its IP address interface (192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).
To restart the printer, press the Power/Wake button and tap Restart . If nothing happens, power off its main switch, wait a few seconds, and switch it back on.
Fix 5: Reset Network Settings on iPhone
Lastly, you can reset the network settings on your iPhone to fix the printer not showing up error.
Step 1: Open General settings on your iPhone and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone .
Step 2: Select Reset > tap Reset Network Settings . Enter your device passcode when prompted.
Was this helpful?
- Before printing from Canva, you may enable Show print bleed and Show margins to ensure no important parts get cut off.
- You can download files to print on the web and mobile apps.
Method 1: Using Your Desktop Computer
Step 1: Visit the Canva website in a browser and sign in with your account details.
Step 2: Create a new design or open an existing one. Make necessary changes using a feature-rich Canva editor.
Step 3: Click File at the top > expand View settings > enable Show print bleed to avoid unnecessary white edges when printing.
Step 4: You can also enable margins to ensure that essential design elements aren’t cut when printed.
Step 5: Select Notes at the bottom > enter the notes you want to keep separate.
Step 6: Click the Share icon > hit Download .
Step 7: Change file type to PDF Print , which is ideal for printing. Pick any option.
- Crop marks and bleed: When downloading your design, add crop marks to mark where to cut the paper.
- Flatten PDF: This option converts your design with several layers into one and ensures that all your Canva design elements are printed.
- Includes notes: You can add notes (as shown in the fifth step) with your design and download them as PDF.
Step 8: Lastly, pick a relevant Color Profile . Canva recommends RGB for digital use and CMYK for professional printing.
After downloading your Canva design, print it with your printer using the steps below.
Step 9: Open the desktop File Explorer or Finder menu and launch the PDF file in your preferred editor.
Step 10: Press Ctrl + P (Windows) or Command + P (on Mac) to open the Print menu.
Step 11: Lastly, select your Printer > set Layout > color print > finally, click on Print .
Also, if your printer isn’t working on Windows , check our dedicated post to fix the issue.
Method 2: Using a Mobile Device
Canva uses the same interface on Android and iPhone . In the screenshots below, we will use Canva for iPhone. You can also use it on Android to print your designs.
Step 1: Download and launch Canva on your iPhone, then sign in with your account details.
Step 2: Select your existing design and make edits. Tap the Share icon at the top and tap Download , then select PDF Print , enable flatten PDF , include notes if you want, and tap Download .
Step 3: Canva generates the PDF file on your phone and opens the share sheet. Lastly, tap Print > select your printer > enable the Print in Color toggle > tweak media quality > select Print at the top right corner.
Sometimes, the printer does not show up on the iPhone . If you experience this, check our separate post to fix the problem.
