- 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.
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- Open the desired chat in WhatsApp, tap on the three-dot menu > More > Export Chat to save the conversation as a text file or with media.
- Send the exported chat file to your email address for easy access on your computer.
- Open the chat file on your computer, and use the print option from the file menu or shortcut to print the conversation.
Note : When exporting chat history, WhatsApp doesn’t let you select a specific timeframe. Moreover, WhatsApp doesn’t include media in the exported file, instead, it creates a separate folder for your pictures.
Print WhatsApp Messages on Android
Exporting a WhatsApp chat is available on iPhone and Android. We will start with the Android app and move on to the iPhone version. Let’s get started.
Step 1: Open WhatsApp on your Android phone and select a thread you want to print.
Step 2: Tap the three vertical dots menu at the top-right corner.
Step 3: Expand More .

Step 4: Select Export chat .
Note : You can export chat without media or with media. Exporting chat with media will increase the file size. Let’s select Without media.

Step 5: WhatsApp exports a file with your messages and opens the Android share sheet to save it.
Step 6: You can upload the file to Google Drive, email someone, send it via Bluetooth to a PC or Mac, and simply save it to your preferred file manager.

We have used the Solid Explorer app on Android and saved the WhatsApp chat to the Documents folder. It’s one of the best file manager apps on Android.
After you export a WhatsApp chat, print it out using the steps below.
Step 7: Since we have saved the exported file to the Documents folder, open it in your file manager app.
Step 8: Select the .TXT file and open it with Google Docs .
Step 9: Once opened, tap the three vertical dots menu at the top-right corner and enable Print layout .

Step 10: Select Share and export and tap Print .
Step 11: Select your preferred printer from the following menu, make the necessary changes, and print your WhatsApp messages.

If your printer isn’t showing up on your Android phone, read our dedicated post to fix the problem.
Print WhatsApp Messages on iPhone
You can print your WhatsApp messages from your iPhone too. Here’s how.
Step 1: Open WhatsApp and select a chat you want to print.
Step 2: Tap the contact’s name at the top.
Step 3: Scroll to Export Chat .

Step 4: Export a chat with or without media.
Step 5: WhatsApp generates a .ZIP file and opens the iOS share sheet. Tap Save to Files .

Step 6: Select a relevant folder and hit Save at the top-right corner.
Step 7: Open the Files app and select the folder in which you exported the file.
Step 8: Tap on the .ZIP file to unzip it. Open .TXT file .

Step 9: Tap Share at the bottom and select Print .

Step 10: Select your printer and hit Print at the top.

You can read our separate post to learn how to print from iPhone with and without Wi-Fi .
Print WhatsApp Chat From WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp web and desktop apps mirror your messages from your phone. You can’t check your entire chat history on the desktop and export it. However, if your printer is connected to your desktop, you can use a workaround to print WhatsApp messages on Windows and Mac.
When you export WhatsApp chat on your phone, email, or send the file to the desktop. You can check messages on a big screen and print them out.
With many organizations and businesses using WhatsApp, having a physical copy of your chat is important. You can also use them as a legal defense in specific situations.
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- Outlook saves its print settings in the Outlprnt file. Deleting the file can help fix print issues.
- Sometimes, Outlook plugins and extensions can interfere with the printing. Removing them can help you fix the issue.
- Ensure the email is completely downloaded before you can print it.
Try Basic Fixes:
- Restart Outlook: When Outlook relaunches, it loads all the modules, including extensions. This ensures that if Outlook or any of its modules are stuck, they will start working.
- Reset hardware connection : Powering off a printer might clear temporary issues, such as a print job stuck in the queue or a minor error.
- Update the Outlook app: If the Outlook app and Windows settings are out of sync, especially after a Windows update, check if an update is available for the app.
Fix 1. Check the Default Printer
Sometimes, we select a printer and wait to realize it isn’t the default printer. Windows Settings can quickly fix this, or you can manually select the printer whenever you print.
Step 1: Press Windows + I to open Settings.
Step 2: Select Bluetooth & devices from the sidebar. Select Printers & scanners from the right pane.

Step 3: Find the connected printer from the list and click on it.

Step 4: Select the Set as default button from the following menu. Open Outlook and try to print the attachment again.

Fix 2. Save the Document and Print It From File Manager
If Outlook still gives you trouble printing an attachment, you can save the document locally on the PC and print it.
Step 1: Download the attachment from Outlook or choose the Save as option, and save it on your PC.

Step 2: Use the File Manager to find the document and double-click to launch it in the Microsoft Edge browser or any PDF app.

Step 3: Look for a printer icon and use it to print the document.
Fix 3. Run Printer Troubleshooter
A built-in Windows troubleshooter can reset some printer parameters, which can help you start printing again.
Step 1: Open the GetHelp App using the Start menu.
Step 2: Type printer troubleshooting in the text box, showing you the Printer troubleshooter .

Step 3: Launch the wizard and let it complete the process. Once done, open the Outlook app again and try printing a document.
Fix 4. Uninstall Printer Drivers
At times, corrupt or outdated printer drivers can lead to such issues. You can reinstall printer drivers and try your luck again.
Step 1: Right-click the Windows key and open the Device Manager from the menu.

Step 2: Scroll down and expand the Print queues listing.
Step 3: Right-click on the printer with which you have the issue and select Uninstall device from the context menu. This will also Uninstall the driver.
Alternatively, follow this guide to remove the printer and uninstall the driver .

Step 4. Confirm your decision and restart the PC. Once you log into your account, Windows will install the default driver for the driver. Check if you can print from Outlook.
Fix 5. Wait for Emails to Download Completely
If an email contains too many elements, such as images from external sources or linked documents, and you start printing as soon as it arrives, it might cause an issue.
It’s best to wait for the download to complete; you can see no broken images, etc. For such emails, it’s best to wait for the download to be complete and then print it.
Fix 6. Troubleshoot Outlook Com-Addins And Extensions
Some Com-Addins and extensions can interfere with the print experience. It would be best to remove and disable them and troubleshoot.
Step 1: Open the Run prompt using Win + R, type Outlook /safe , and press Enter .
Step 2: Once Outlook launches, check if you can print. If it works, check which extension is causing the problem.
Step 3: Launch Outlook the usual way > go to File > Options > click on Add-ins .

Step 4: Click the Go button next to COM Add-ins to open a list of installed Addons and extensions .

Step 5: Select the one to uninstall from the checked list and click the Remove button. Once you’ve done this, try to print. Repeat the steps until you find the one causing the issue.
Fix 7. Delete the OutlPrnt file (Print Settings)
The OutlPrnt file stores printer settings. If the file becomes corrupt, the print function will not work as intended. However, if you delete the file, it will be recreated.
Step 1: Go to %AppData%/Microsoft/Outlook using the Run prompt.
Step 2 : Locate the OutlPrnt file and permanently delete it.
Step 3: Relaunch Outlook and check if you can print a file.
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- You may start by enabling the Microsoft Print to PDF feature.
- Running the printer troubleshooter will fix any underlying problems that cause this printer issue.
- If the issue is caused by outdated or corrupt drivers, uninstalling and reinstalling the printer should work.
Fix 1: Ensure Print to PDF Is Enabled in Windows Features
Microsoft Print to PDF integrates into the Print dialog box on your PC. Sometimes, the feature no longer appears when you open the Print dialog box for a certain file. Whatever the reason, you can ensure the feature is enabled with the following steps.
Step 1: Click the Start button, type Windows Features , and click the first result .

Step 2: Find and check the box for Microsoft Print to PDF .
Note : If it’s already enabled, disable it and wait a few seconds. Then, repeat the steps to open Windows Features and enable the feature again.
Step 3: After that, click on OK .

If you need to install it, follow the on-screen instructions and proceed. Reboot your PC and open the Print dialog once again. You should see the Print to PDF option back.
Now, you can save images and perform other functions using Microsoft Print as PDF.
Fix 2: Run the Print Troubleshooter
Using the built-in print troubleshooter would resolve most problems and is a good fix when Microsoft Print to PDF is not working on Windows 11.
Step 1: Click the Start button, type Control Panel , and press Ente r to open the Control Panel on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 2: Click on View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound.

Step 3: Click Printer & scanners .

Step 4: Click Microsoft Print to PDF .
Step 5: Click on Run the troubleshooter and follow the wizard to complete the process.

Step 6: Click Next and follow the wizard to complete the troubleshooting.
Fix 3: Uninstall and Reinstall Print to PDF Drivers
Your PC comes with Microsoft Print to PDF drivers pre-installed by default. If you haven’t updated these drivers recently, they could have become obsolete, preventing the feature from functioning. Uninstall the drivers and reinstall them using the steps below.
Step 1: Click the Start button, type Control Panel , and press Ente r to open the Control Panel on your Windows 11 PC.
Step 2: Click on View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound.
Step 3: Click Printer & scanners > Microsoft Print to PDF .
Step 4: Lastly, click on Remove .
Now, you may reinstall it by following the steps below.
Step 5: Click the Windows button, type Windows PowerShell , and select Run as Administrator from the right pane.
Step 6: Type the following command and hit Enter :
Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -online -FeatureName Printing-PrintToPDFServices-Features -All

Step 7: You should see the text True next to Online. This confirms that the feature has been re-enabled.

Step 8: Finally, restart your computer and check if Print to PDF works as intended.
Fix 4: Set Print to PDF as Your Default Printer
Print to PDF is essentially a software feature that emulates the presence of an actual printer. Hence, setting it as your default printer might be a good option. This way, giving the print command on any document should automatically trigger Print to PDF. Here’s how to set it as your default printer on Windows 11.
Step 1: Click the Start button, type Control Panel , and press Ente r to open the Control Panel on your Windows 11 PC.
Step 2: Click on View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound.
Step 3: Click Printer & scanners .
Step 4: Disable Let Windows manage my default printer .

Step 5: Click Microsoft Print to PDF .
Step 6: Lastly, click Set as default .

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- In most cases, running the printer troubleshooter or configuring the “Print Spooler Service” should resolve the error.
- Deleting old printer devices and print spooler files can also help fix the issue.
- If nothing works, you may need to delete corrupted print spooler registry entries.
Fix 1: Run Printer Troubleshooter
Windows comes with a dedicated printer troubleshooter that can automatically diagnose and fix any printing issues on your PC. It checks all of your printer configurations and corrects any inconsistencies. Here’s how to run it.
Step 1: Press the Windows key + I to launch the Settings app and head to System > Troubleshoot .

Step 2: Go to Other troubleshooters .

Step 3: Click the Run button next to Printer to begin troubleshooting.

From there, follow the on-screen prompts to finish the troubleshooting process.
Fix 2: Check Print Spooler Service
If the Windows troubleshooter fails to identify any issues, you can check the Print Spooler service on Windows to see if it is properly configured. Here’s how.
Step 1: Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog. Type services.msc in the box next to the Open field and press Enter .
Step 2: In the Services window, scroll down to locate Print Spooler . Right-click on it and select Properties .

Step 3: Set the Startup type to Automatic from the drop-down, if it isn’t set already.

Step 4: On the Recovery tab, use the drop-down menus next to First failure, Second failure, and Subsequent failures to select Restart the Service . Then, click on Apply followed by OK .

Restart your PC and check if the print spooler stops again.
Fix 3: Remove Old Printers
Sometimes, the print spooler service may also stop working if several printers are connected to your PC. You can try deleting some of your old printer devices to see if that helps.
Step 1: Click on the search icon on the taskbar, type in printers & scanners and press Enter .

Step 2: Select the printer you want to remove.

Step 3: Click on the Remove button in the top right corner. Repeat this process to remove unwanted printers and try using the printing services again.

Fix 4: Delete Old Print Spooler Files
Existing print spooler cache data can also interfere with the service and cause it to crash repeatedly when corrupted. In that case, you can delete those old print spooler files to fix the issue.
Step 1: Press the Windows key + S to open Windows Search. Type services in the box and select the first result that appears.

Step 2: Right-click on Print Spooler and select Stop .

Step 3: Press the Windows key + E to launch File Explorer on your PC and navigate to the following folder:
C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS
Step 4: Select all folders and click on the trash icon at the top to delete them.

Restart your PC after you delete the files. The print spooler service should start automatically upon reboot.
Fix 5: Update Printer Drivers
Issues with your current printer drivers can also cause the print spooler to stop abruptly. If the printer drivers on your PC are outdated or corrupted, then updating them should help more often than not.
To update printer drivers, download the most recent drivers from the respective manufacturer’s website. Then, open the downloaded file to begin the installation.

Fix 6: Delete Print Spooler Registry Keys
If none of the above solutions work, you can try deleting a few registry keys associated with the print spooler. Here’s how:
Step 1: Press the Windows key + R to launch the Run dialog box. Type regedit in the box and press Enter .
Step 2: Paste the following path in the address bar at the top to navigate to Print Processors:
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Print\Environments\Windows x64\Print Processors
If you’re using a 32-bit version of Windows, use the following path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Print\Environments\Windows NT x86\Print Processors

Step 3: Delete all keys inside Print Processors except winprint . To delete a key, right-click on it and select Delete . Click on Yes on the prompt.

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Loved your instructions, I tried the first three instructions (which were easy to follow) and solution number 4 worked!!!! Thank you, thank you!