Easy Fixes for the Epson Printer Offline Error

 Epson printers give a stunning printing performance. However, during the course of their usage, users encounter different problems related to the functioning of these devices. One of them is the Epson printer offline error. It has been observed that Epson printer users report this error when their printer isn’t in use for a few days. Their Windows 10 PC says that the printer isn’t turned on. But that isn’t the case. This problem indicates connectivity issues. So, checking and ensuring a good physical connection between your printer and computer is essential to resolve it. Let’s go over different ways of fixing this issue.

 

Why Is My Epson Printer Offline?

The problem can be the result of any of the causes below:

 

• Your printer and your computer are not connected to the same network. 
• Your printer isn’t set as the default device for printing.
• The spooler service is disabled.
• The Use Printer Offline option is enabled.
• The Epson printer drivers are old and need to be updated.
• There is a problem with the wireless router, which is interrupting the printer’s functioning.
• Incorrect Epson printer settings.
• You have added more than one printer and cannot use the one connected to your computer.

 

Troubleshoot the Epson Printer Offline Issue

Use these resolutions to address the reasons for the problems above.

 

Fix the communication between your printer and the computer

Start by checking whether there is an issue with the cables. Loose cable connections often make an Epson printer is offline. The USB cable must be seated properly at both ends. You may replace your cable and check if the printer comes online. 

 

Set your current printer as the default device and disable the offline settings.

A common reason for the offline error is that the printer is not set as default. Users also unknowingly set their Epson printer to be used offline and later wondered why it was not responding.

 

• Use the Run box to navigate to the control panel.
• Here, tap ‘Devices and Printers.’
• On the window that shows the Epson printer, right-tap on your current model.
• Pick the ‘See what’s printing’ option.
• Ensure that the options ‘Pause printing’ and ‘Use different printer’ are not selected.
• Tap the ‘Printer’ tab at the top-left.
• Check the ‘Set as default printer’ option and uncheck ‘Use printer offline.’
• Now, give a print command.

 

Restart the spooler service.

Restart the spooler service if it has been disabled or paused to fix the offline error in your Epson printer. 

 

• In the Run box, input ‘services.msc.’
• Hit Enter.
• Right-click ‘Spooler.’ 
• Now choose the ‘Properties’ option from the menu.
• Select ‘Stop’ followed by ‘OK.’
• Now, navigate to the Windows File Explorer.
• Write %windir%\System32\spool\PRINTERS
• Select all the files you see in the ‘Printer’ folder and hit ‘Delete.’
• Now launch Spooler Properties again and hit ‘Start.’
• Finally, tap ‘OK.’

 

Install the printer drivers after deleting them.

Delete your Epson printer drivers and install them again if they are old or corrupt.

 

• Sign in to your computer as an admin and go to ‘Start.’
• Choose ‘All Programs’ followed by ‘Accessories.’
• Now, access Command Prompt and type ‘printui \s \t2’ in its window.
• Now, in the ‘Print Properties’ window, delete driver packages. 
• To reinstall the printer, go to ‘Devices and Printers’ in Control Panel.
• Choose ‘Add printer.’
• Now, select the option ‘Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer.’
• Install the software according to the printer’s model number.
• Finally, restart your system after the installation completes. 

 

Concluding Words 

The Epson printer offline problem is quite frequent, but it has several fixes. Use the ones given above and resume printing. You can consult a printer technical expert if the issue remains unresolved.